Do you have historic documents, photographs or objects related to Zorra Township/Oxford County, local, or family family histories? Join the Zorra Heritage Committee and museum staff at Beachville District Museum on Saturday, October 25th from 10am-2pm for their third Digitization Day. Community members are invited to bring up to 3 items to be digitized and returned to them along with copies of the digital files. Copies of the files will also be retained by Beachville District Museum as reference material. Digitization of local, historical materials will help to ensure that important pieces of our local heritage are preserved for future research and the enjoyment of the next generations. Advance registration is encouraged and can be completed online here or by the calling the museum at (519) 423-6497.

What is digitization?

Digitization is the process of converting any kind of information or material into a digital format.
Please do not intend to digitize any personal information such as addresses, phone numbers, social security numbers, etc. 

What can you bring?

Items related to East Nissouri, Embro, North Oxford or West Zorra including:

• Single or multi-page documents such as newsletters or smaller maps

• Flat documents such as letters and posters up to 12.2 x 17.2 inches

• Photographs up to 8 ½ x 11 inches

• 3D objects such as hats, toys, tools, and jewelry that measure up to 24 x 24inches

Why should you consider digitizing your items?

Creating digital copies of physical items provides extra security in knowing you have multiple copies of an item. Digitizing also makes it easier to share files with loved ones (no matter how far away) or include in family histories. Digitization of local, historical materials will help to ensure that important pieces of our local heritage are preserved for future research and the enjoyment of the next generations.