Old Court House Papers People Publications Woodstock 'The indifference of the majority of our people towards our local history will inevitably be replaced in time by the deep and wide-spread interest to which its rich and varied character entitles it. In the meantime, however, material of the highest historic value is being lost, and it should be a pleasant duty for us to preserve such parts of it as may add to the glory of our people, or the knowledge of our race. - Dr. W. F. Ganong. Connell House, pictured above, originally the residence of the Hon. Charles Connell, is the permanent of the Carleton County Historical Society.Founded in 1960 by a small group of dedicated individuals, the Societys original objective was to acquire the old Carleton County Court House, long used as a stable, and accurately restore the building to its original condition; to research and document local history; to acquire and preserve historical documents and artefacts relating to the County, and by example and education, inspire others to emulate them more... See more text