Steve Rennie, author of “Forgotten Gems: Ottawa’s Early Baseball History” and “From Bytown to the Big Leagues: 150 Years of America’s Pastime in Canada’s Capital” recounts the early history of baseball in Ottawa.

Rick Henderson, author and fourth great-grandson of Philemon and Abigail Wright, paints a portrait of a man and his family whose legacy had a profound impact on the future of the capital and the nation. Note: this is a French-language presentation.

Enjoy this Zoom version of this summer's Black History's bus tour from the comfort of your home – and learn about the impact and outstanding contributions of Black Canadians to our city, presented by Jean-Marie Guerrier, Vice-President, Black History Ottawa.

Author and historian Eric Thierry tells us about the life of Samuel de Champlain, North American explorer, founder and administrator of Quebec.

The Historical Society of Ottawa (established as the Women's Canadian Historical Society of Ottawa in 1898) has been spreading awareness of Ottawa's fascinating past for 126+ years, including founding and operating the Bytown Museum for eight decades. Join us for an exploration of the beginnings and legacy of one of Canada's oldest historical societies. Guest speaker: Connie Wren-Gunn.

Peter McBride, President of the Bytown Fire Brigade, tells of the history of firefighting in early Bytown and today's modern Ottawa.

Richard Collins takes us on a virtual tour of some of Ottawa's most notable homes.

David C. Martin explores the early history of the Jewish community in Ottawa with a presentation entitled Paupers, Peddlers, Purveyors & Parishioners.

Alastair Sweeny, author of "Thomas Mackay, The Laird of Rideau Hall and the Founding of Ottawa" recounts the beginning of Bytown.

Dave Tulloch looks at how people from the Caribbean have made Ottawa their home over the past seven decades.