About this episode

Local historian Mark Woermke discusses the religious history of Renfrew County in the 19th Century.

Local historian Mark Woermke presented an intriguing look at the curious religious history of Renfrew Country when he gave a talk recently at the Upper Ottawa Valley Heritage Centre in Pembroke. His original research and entertaining anecdotes certainly provided his live audience with new insights but best of all, Mr. Woermke brought that unique 19th Century cultural history of Renfrew County to life as only he could.

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Guest: Mark Woermke

Topics covered

• religious history
• local history
• 19th Century culture
• Renfrew County
• historical research

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Places: Renfrew County, Upper Ottawa Valley Heritage Centre, Pembroke

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