The museum is asking residents to share images of contemporary agriculture to help complete a new exhibition on local farming history.
The Lambton Heritage Museum is calling on residents to help document the current state of agriculture across Sarnia-Lambton. Starting January 5, the museum is accepting photography submissions that capture the people, animals, and technology driving the region's farming industry today.
This initiative is part of the development of a new Agricultural Hall exhibition. Curators discovered that while the county’s archives are rich with historical images, there is a significant shortage of photographs that reflect what farming looks like right now.
Dana Thorne, the curator and supervisor at the museum, noted that the team has been hard at work developing the new display. She explained that while they have many excellent images of the history of agriculture in Lambton County, they don't have a lot of pictures that tell the story of farming today.
The museum is looking for a wide variety of imagery to create a community collage. Submissions can include scenic views of Lambton County farms, harvest activities, and the care of livestock. The curators are also specifically seeking images of the technology and equipment used in modern operations, as well as the people who work the fields.
Digital photographs can be submitted through an online form on the museum’s website until January 31. Residents who have physical photographs they wish to contribute can contact the museum directly to arrange for scanning assistance.
Selected images will be displayed as part of the permanent Agricultural Hall exhibition. The goal is to celebrate the diversity and innovation that characterize local farms today.
