Signs of the Times

On Saturday May 23, the Historical Society of Woodstock will unveil its newest exhibit, Signs of the Times. The exhibit, open on Saturdays and Sundays from 1:00 to 5:00 pm will run through June 28. Admission is free. In addition, the Historical Society invites the public to an opening reception for the exhibit on May 23, beginning at 3:00 pm. The Historical Society of Woodstock is located at 20 Comeau Drive in Woodstock.

Featuring signage, posters and selected memorabilia from Woodstock’s collective past, the exhibit, through the use of signage, reflects on various chapters in Woodstock’s story. As artifacts of an earlier time, signage can offer a record of a town’s evolution over the years. They reflect how we once lived, the changing services indicative of a certain period, and the varied cultural and social changes we encountered over time. Even their colors, lettering and design can offer insight into a specific era.