The Hollingshead clan held a family reunion at the Heintzman House in July 2000. Meeting their Canadian cousins for the first time were the American great great grandchildren of Elizabeth and Samuel Lount. Elizabeth Soules Lount, granddaughter of Anthony and Elizabeth Hollingshead, was forced to flee to the United States following the execution of her husband, Samuel, for his role in the Upper Canada Rebellion of 1837. A group which has played a prominent role in the recent history of the house is the Heintzman House Auxiliary. Many of the original members of the Auxiliary were involved in the campaign to save the house from demolition. Since 1971, the Auxiliary volunteers have organized an annual craft show fundraiser with proceeds going to the refurbishment of the house. Today, a Board of Directors appointed by the Town of Markham manages the Heintzman House. The house is rented by local organizations, used for business meetings, has been used in commercial and film work, and is a popular venue for wedding parties and receptions. Heintzman House Auxiliary (2003) Special thanks to the Hollingshead family for their help in compiling the history of the property. by: Toinette Bezant