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- Portrait of James LonghurstJames Longhurst was born October 4, 1846 to George Longhurst (1820-1848) and Elizabeth Catherine Teeter (1826-1911). He died April 4, 1903 and was buried in the cemetery of the Methodist Church in Niagara-on-the-Lake (now Grace United Church).James Longhurst was born October 4, 1846 to George Longhurst (1820-1848) and Elizabeth Catherine Teeter (1826-1911). He died April 4, 1903 and was buried in the cemetery of the Methodist …Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library
- Vintage photograph of young Helen Emily WallaceHelen Emily Wallace was born in Cobourg, Ontario on November 16, 1856 to Robert Wallace and Ann Jane Hewitt. She married Charles Matthew Lowrey in 1882 and had 5 children (Robert, Harold, Luella, Edna, Marguerite). She passed away on March 22, 1922 in Niagara, Ontario.Helen Emily Wallace was born in Cobourg, Ontario on November 16, 1856 to Robert Wallace and Ann Jane Hewitt. She married Charles Matthew Lowrey in 1882 and had 5 children …Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library
- War of 1812 Photographs: Tecumseh, Four Veterans and a BladeThis consists of 6 photos that include: an artistic representation of Tecumseh, a blade, and four gentlemen that are War of 1812 veterans. A 1911 catalogue of Memorial Hall (the Niagara Historical Society’s first museum building) lists the item as a photograph of a committee to discover the grave of …This consists of 6 photos that include: an artistic representation of Tecumseh, a blade, and four gentlemen that are War of 1812 veterans. A 1911 catalogue of Memorial Hall (the …
- Photograph of needlework sample by Esther Borden Lippencott, wife of Col. George DenisonThis is a photo of a framed needlework sample by Esther Borden Lippencott, wife of Col. George Denison. It was worked in the winter of 1812-1813. Within a wreath, surmounted by a crown, are the words, "To the memory of General Brock, who gloriously fell as he was bravely defending …This is a photo of a framed needlework sample by Esther Borden Lippencott, wife of Col. George Denison. It was worked in the winter of 1812-1813. Within a wreath, surmounted …
- Reburial of the men of the 8th Regiment of Foot from the War of 1812 at Fort Niagara in 1911These photos are from Fort Niagara in 1911 of the reburial of the men of the 8th Regiment of Foot from the War of 1812. In a Niagara Historical Society publication (No. 23), dated 1911-1912, Janet Carnochan had this to say about the event: "A very interesting ceremony took place …These photos are from Fort Niagara in 1911 of the reburial of the men of the 8th Regiment of Foot from the War of 1812. In a Niagara Historical Society …
- "Chopping Block" Tombstone, St. Mark's Cemetary, Niagara-on-the-LakeThis is an image of the "Chopping Block" tombstone that is located in St. Mark's Cemetery in Niagara-on-the-Lake. The tombstone belongs to Charles Morrison who is believed to have been a United Empire Loyalist. This tombstone was allegedly used by the US army, during their occupation of the town in …This is an image of the "Chopping Block" tombstone that is located in St. Mark's Cemetery in Niagara-on-the-Lake. The tombstone belongs to Charles Morrison who is believed to have been …
- Soldiers in front of barracks at Niagara on the Lake campPhotographs and documents may be reproduced for research purposes only. Special permission must be obtained for use in publications, websites or for commercial purposes. All photographs and documents used from the Haldimand County Museums records on the Our Ontario website must acknowledge the source in writing on the reproductions as …Photographs and documents may be reproduced for research purposes only. Special permission must be obtained for use in publications, websites or for commercial purposes. All photographs and documents used from …Edinburgh Square Heritage and Cultural Centre
- At Fort MississaugaRonnie, Jack and Phyl Brooman stand in the doorway of Fort Mississauga.Ronnie, Jack and Phyl Brooman stand in the doorway of Fort Mississauga.Oakville Public Library
- Once Upon 200 Years.
The Bicentennial Celebration of the Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library.The celebration was part of Once Upon 200 Years, the year of anniversary events that began with the library's Gala Dinner in January. The ceremony also included the announcement of the name of the new street where the new library and fire hall will be located. The name was being …The celebration was part of Once Upon 200 Years, the year of anniversary events that began with the library's Gala Dinner in January. The ceremony also included the announcement of …Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library
- Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library - the last night at the CourthouseColour photographs of the library staff at the old site of the Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library. The Court House location, where the oldest public library in Upper Canada has been located for more than 150 years, has officially closed on October 13, 2000. The new site on 10 Anderson Lane opened …Colour photographs of the library staff at the old site of the Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library. The Court House location, where the oldest public library in Upper Canada has been located …Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library
- Rector's Chair & Bishop's Chair from St. Mark's sanctuaryThe year 1967 was not only Canada's centennial, but also the 175th anniversary of the Parish of St. Marks's and time for beautification of the sanctuary. "The needlepoint which enhances the sanctuary and its steps is one contemporary example of this. It is the gift of Mrs. Kathleen Drope, a …The year 1967 was not only Canada's centennial, but also the 175th anniversary of the Parish of St. Marks's and time for beautification of the sanctuary. "The needlepoint which enhances …Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library
- New branch of Niagara Public Library in QueenstonBlack and white photograph of the library staff and volunteers on the first day of opening a branch of Niagara Public Library in Queenston. The library is housed in the basement of the Queenston United Church.Black and white photograph of the library staff and volunteers on the first day of opening a branch of Niagara Public Library in Queenston. The library is housed in the …Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library
- Librarian Mary Duddy in the Niagara Public LibraryBlack and white photograph of Mary Duddy, sitting at her desk. Reading corner and the bookshelves in the background. Picture was taken in the old library location at the Court House. She was a librarian at the Niagara Public Library between 1946 and 1967.Black and white photograph of Mary Duddy, sitting at her desk. Reading corner and the bookshelves in the background. Picture was taken in the old library location at the Court …Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library
- Once Upon 200 Years.
The Bicentennial Celebration of the Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library - Gala Dinner at the Courthouse.Colour photographs taken during Bicentennial Gala Dinner, the first event in Once Upon 200 Years-the year of anniversary events to celebrate the Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library, the first circulating public library in Upper Canada. This celebration took place at the Court House on Saturday, January 29, 2000 and was attended by …Colour photographs taken during Bicentennial Gala Dinner, the first event in Once Upon 200 Years-the year of anniversary events to celebrate the Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library, the first circulating public library …Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library
- The new Niagara-on-the-Lake library and firehall during construction in 2000Colour photographs of the new Niagara-on-the-Lake library and firehall during construction. Chamberlain Architectural Services both designed and built the new Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library and Fire Station #1 on a 20-acre site at Regional Road 55.Colour photographs of the new Niagara-on-the-Lake library and firehall during construction. Chamberlain Architectural Services both designed and built the new Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library and Fire Station #1 on a 20-acre …Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library
- St. Mark's Women's AuxiliaryPlease check "St. Mark's Persons of Hopeful Piety" by Fred Habermehl and Donald Combe for more information on St. Mark's Women's Auxiliary.Please check "St. Mark's Persons of Hopeful Piety" by Fred Habermehl and Donald Combe for more information on St. Mark's Women's Auxiliary.Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library
- Old fire hall on Queen Street in Niagara-on-the-Lake"In 1948 the townspeople collected donations to purchase an ambulance. This service ran until 1980 when the Ontario Health Department took it over." Noel Haines: "History of Niagara-on-the-Lake Fire Department""In 1948 the townspeople collected donations to purchase an ambulance. This service ran until 1980 when the Ontario Health Department took it over." Noel Haines: "History of Niagara-on-the-Lake Fire Department"Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library
- Niagara fire fighters in front of the Court HouseThe firemen moved to their second fire hall in 1842 when the Court House was built where they slept and the equipment was stored in the Court House's lower level. The third fire hall was built in 1910 and the Niagara Fire Department moved from the Court House to a …The firemen moved to their second fire hall in 1842 when the Court House was built where they slept and the equipment was stored in the Court House's lower level. …Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library
- Niagara Fire Department at the Court House."The firemen moved to their second fire hall in 1842 when the Court House was built. The firemen slept and the equipment was stored in the Court House's lower level (the present home of the NOTL Chamber of Commerce)." Noel Haines: "History of Niagara-on-the-Lake Fire Department""The firemen moved to their second fire hall in 1842 when the Court House was built. The firemen slept and the equipment was stored in the Court House's lower level …Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library
- St. Mark's Anglican Church, Niagara-on-the-LakeSepia coloured photograph of St. Mark's Anglican Church showing a front of the church building with a square tower and four spires. A part of the graveyard is fenced and separated from the rest of the cemetery. Picture is undated, probably taken in 1890s.Sepia coloured photograph of St. Mark's Anglican Church showing a front of the church building with a square tower and four spires. A part of the graveyard is fenced and …Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library