- Mordue's Confectionery and Hardware Store Closing, May, 1979
This photograph shows the final closing of Mordue's Confectionery and Hardware Store in Mount Pleasant in May, 1979. The store was on the site where 796 Mount Pleasant Road was built in 2007. This photograph was provided by Melba Merritt during a Digitization Day event held by the County of …
This photograph shows the final closing of Mordue's Confectionery and Hardware Store in Mount Pleasant in May, 1979. The store was on the site where 796 Mount Pleasant Road was …
County of Brant Public Library
- Mount Pleasant Station on Merritt Farm after Relocation, 1993
This 1993 photograph shows the Lake Erie & Northern railway station shortly after being moved to the Merritt Farm. It is a rare example of a surviving rural railway station; it was saved by the Merritt family, who moved it to its present location. It was likely built in 1916, …
This 1993 photograph shows the Lake Erie & Northern railway station shortly after being moved to the Merritt Farm. It is a rare example of a surviving rural railway station; …
County of Brant Public Library
- ALGOCAPE, downstream at sunset
Standard Seaway-sized bulk carrier. Originally launched as the Richelieu for Canada Steamship Lines on Nov. 25, 1966. In 1994, the Richelieu joined the Algoma Central Marine fleet and was renamed ALGOCAPE [2nd ship in the fleet to hold this name]. (The previous boat named Algocape was built in 1960 as …
Standard Seaway-sized bulk carrier. Originally launched as the Richelieu for Canada Steamship Lines on Nov. 25, 1966. In 1994, the Richelieu joined the Algoma Central Marine fleet and was renamed …
Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- 7 Cayley Street - "Koller House"
7 Cayley Street, Walkerton, Ontario, Canada. "Koller House" This house was built in 1877 by James Hargeaves, local Carpenter and builder, along with his wife, a milliner. It is one of Brocktons excellent Heritage Buildings and is acknowledged as such with a Heritage Plaque.
7 Cayley Street, Walkerton, Ontario, Canada. "Koller House" This house was built in 1877 by James Hargeaves, local Carpenter and builder, along with his wife, a milliner. It is one …
Brockton Heritage Committee
- 6 Scott Street - "Skelton House"
Built in 1927 by Crawford Skelton, local memorial works owner/operator, this home at 6 Scott Street, Walkerton, is an excellent example of Brockton's heritage buildings and is acknowledged as such with a Heritage Plaque and placement on the Municipal Heritage Register.
Built in 1927 by Crawford Skelton, local memorial works owner/operator, this home at 6 Scott Street, Walkerton, is an excellent example of Brockton's heritage buildings and is acknowledged as such …
Brockton Heritage Committee
- 120 Cayley Street - Walkerton Baptist Church
Originally built in the early years of the 19th century, this was the first church of Walkerton that ended construction, debt free, due to the volume of donations given by parishioners. Prominent parishioners included Donald Sinclair, first Speaker of the Ontario Legislature. The building combines two architectural styles into a …
Originally built in the early years of the 19th century, this was the first church of Walkerton that ended construction, debt free, due to the volume of donations given by …
Brockton Heritage Committee
- 124 Colborne Street - "Hall House"
Built in 1888, the house was constructed for George. J. Dickson a medical doctor from Normanby. Ten years later the house was sold to Walter Allen Hall. Hall was the elected member of the House of Commons from 1925-1935, and lived in this house for over forty years. The house …
Built in 1888, the house was constructed for George. J. Dickson a medical doctor from Normanby. Ten years later the house was sold to Walter Allen Hall. Hall was the …
Brockton Heritage Committee
- 7 Jackson Street North - "Hartley Hotel"
Built in the 1868, the Hartley House has been a cornerstone of the Walkerton downtown core for almost as long as the settlement has existed. this prominent building defines the main downtown intersection, balancing the relatively new constructions of the Bank of Montreal and the Foodland grocery store. Three Prime …
Built in the 1868, the Hartley House has been a cornerstone of the Walkerton downtown core for almost as long as the settlement has existed. this prominent building defines the …
Brockton Heritage Committee
- 249 Durham Street East - Walkerton Public Library
Built in 1911. this structure functions as the Walkerton Branch of the County library system; supplying books, meeting rooms and internet services to the public. It is historically linked as it became the permanent home of the public with a grant from American industrialist, Andrew Carnegie.
Built in 1911. this structure functions as the Walkerton Branch of the County library system; supplying books, meeting rooms and internet services to the public. It is historically linked as …
Brockton Heritage Committee
- 305 Colborne Street - St. Thomas Anglican Church
Constructed in 1910, St. Thomas Anglican Church maintains and supports the character of the neighbourhood, forming one of 4 corners occupied by a church around the central jail and court complex.
Constructed in 1910, St. Thomas Anglican Church maintains and supports the character of the neighbourhood, forming one of 4 corners occupied by a church around the central jail and court …
Brockton Heritage Committee
- 336 Durham Street East - James Rothwell Block
Built in 1885. The structure burned in 1985, nothing but the brick shell remained, though it was designated under the Ontario Heritage Act to preserve the unity of the downtown look by retaining the original upper facade and brickwork.
Built in 1885. The structure burned in 1985, nothing but the brick shell remained, though it was designated under the Ontario Heritage Act to preserve the unity of the downtown …
Brockton Heritage Committee
- 410 Jackson Street South - "Rowland House"
This house was erected in 1900 by architect Rob Gray of Harriston, for John Rowland who was a prominent Walkertonian, a financier and a cattle buyer. This house has been described as being "the best unaltered example of Queen Anne Revival Style in Bruce County" by the Walkerton Walking Tour …
This house was erected in 1900 by architect Rob Gray of Harriston, for John Rowland who was a prominent Walkertonian, a financier and a cattle buyer. This house has been …
Brockton Heritage Committee
- 104264 Grey Road 10 - St John's Lutheran Pioneer Cemetery
Established in 1886. The site continues to serve as the resting place of Brant township and Elmwood’s earliest settlers.
Established in 1886. The site continues to serve as the resting place of Brant township and Elmwood’s earliest settlers.
Brockton Heritage Committee
- 12 Concession 10, Cargill - "Cargill House"
Built in 1888; The first home of Henry Cargill, timber magnate, postmaster, town reeve, and MP of East Bruce for 16 years.
Built in 1888; The first home of Henry Cargill, timber magnate, postmaster, town reeve, and MP of East Bruce for 16 years.
Brockton Heritage Committee
- 111 Jackson Street - Victoria Jubilee Hall
Constructed in 1897 to honour Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee, the hall remains a symbol of the dedication and crafting skill possessed by early Canadians at the turn of the 19th century. An imposing structure, the former town hall dominates the former market square and contrasts pointedly with the modern municipal …
Constructed in 1897 to honour Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee, the hall remains a symbol of the dedication and crafting skill possessed by early Canadians at the turn of the 19th …
Brockton Heritage Committee
- 15 McNab Street - "Joseph Walker House"
Built in 1860, this was one of the first buildings ever built in Walkerton; this was the house of the town’s first mayor, its founder and its namesake. This houses historical value far outweighs its architectural value. Constucted near Walker’s saw mill, grist mill and dam, this house is of …
Built in 1860, this was one of the first buildings ever built in Walkerton; this was the house of the town’s first mayor, its founder and its namesake. This houses …
Brockton Heritage Committee
- 106 Colborne Street North - Binder Twine Factory
Built in 1900. The site of a major industry to early Walkerton, the Walkerton Binder Twine Company Limited. This building is the largest industrial structure remaining in proximity to the downtown of Walkerton. A long, low building, the Binder Twine factory is still in use in a commercial context.
Built in 1900. The site of a major industry to early Walkerton, the Walkerton Binder Twine Company Limited. This building is the largest industrial structure remaining in proximity to the …
Brockton Heritage Committee
- 10 Yonge Street North “Hampson's Foundry”
Built in 1873 by John Hampson, this structure functioned as a blacksmith, foundry and machine shop for over 118 years. The building style is Ontario Vernacular. This simple heavy timber structure was clad with board and batten siding. The type of foundation is not certain but it is most likely …
Built in 1873 by John Hampson, this structure functioned as a blacksmith, foundry and machine shop for over 118 years. The building style is Ontario Vernacular. This simple heavy timber …
Brockton Heritage Committee
- 11 Victoria Street South
Built in 1873, this was one of the only downtown properties to survive the “Big Fire” in Walkerton of 1877 unscathed. Sternall’s, once a livery, has been converted into residential rentals.
Built in 1873, this was one of the only downtown properties to survive the “Big Fire” in Walkerton of 1877 unscathed. Sternall’s, once a livery, has been converted into residential …
Brockton Heritage Committee
- 106 Cayley Street
Built in 1933, this structure was the home of local sheriff Ewart “Tex” Cameron.
Built in 1933, this structure was the home of local sheriff Ewart “Tex” Cameron.
Brockton Heritage Committee