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Contributors: Bracebridge Public Library- Geographic Location: Bracebridge
- Bracebridge, Aerial View, 1947
Aerial view of Bracebridge in 1947 showing the southern end of Manitoba Street, the Silver Bridge, the railroad tracks and Entrance Drive. Aerial view of Bracebridge in 1947 showing the southern end of Manitoba Street, the Silver Bridge, the railroad tracks and Entrance Drive.Bracebridge Public Library - Steamer Mildred on the Muskoka River
The Steamer "Mildred" travelling down the Muskoka River with passengers enjoying the sights. The Steamer "Mildred" travelling down the Muskoka River with passengers enjoying the sights.Bracebridge Public Library - Bracebridge Memorial Park Fountain
The memorial fountain in Bracebridge Memorial Park was originally the result of a campaign launched in 1900 by G. H. O. Thomas, principal of Bracebridge Public School, who organized an outdoor children's concert to raise funds to beautify the park. Re-located several times over the years, the fountain was returned … The memorial fountain in Bracebridge Memorial Park was originally the result of a campaign launched in 1900 by G. H. O. Thomas, principal of Bracebridge Public School, who organized an …Bracebridge Public Library - Bracebridge Municipal Building
Bracebridge Municipal Building or Town Hall as it appeared in 1999, located on Dominion St., in Bracebridge. Bracebridge Municipal Building or Town Hall as it appeared in 1999, located on Dominion St., in Bracebridge.Bracebridge Public Library - Bracebridge Bay 1999
Aerial photo of Bracebridge Bay in 1999. Aerial photo of Bracebridge Bay in 1999.Bracebridge Public Library - Bracebridge Court House
Bracebridge Court House on Dominion Street in 1999. Bracebridge Court House on Dominion Street in 1999.Bracebridge Public Library - Bracebridge Memorial Park Bandstand 1999
Built in 1929, this bandstand is still the site of weekly musical concerts in 1999. Built in 1929, this bandstand is still the site of weekly musical concerts in 1999.Bracebridge Public Library - Beaumaris, Lake Muskoka
Fresh air and great fishing drew tourists from as far away as Pittsburgh to Beaumaris. By 1887, The Beaumaris Hotel, pictured in this postcard, was described as one of the finest summer resorts accomodating 150 guests, with Edward Prowse as proprietor. Guests journeyed by train to Gravenhurst, then boarded steamers … Fresh air and great fishing drew tourists from as far away as Pittsburgh to Beaumaris. By 1887, The Beaumaris Hotel, pictured in this postcard, was described as one of the …Bracebridge Public Library - Tamwood Lodge, Muskoka
Located east of Bracebridge on Highway 118, Tamwood Lodge was originally named Tamarac Lodge due to the stand of tamarack on the property when it was built. This rustic log lodge offered families a peaceful retreat in the summer in Muskoka for 60 years. Facilities included an indoor pool, several … Located east of Bracebridge on Highway 118, Tamwood Lodge was originally named Tamarac Lodge due to the stand of tamarack on the property when it was built. This rustic log …Bracebridge Public Library - Bracebridge Public Library, exterior, 1970's
Bracebridge Public Library,a Carnegie funded library built in 1908, as it appeared in the 1970's, before accessibility issues required a level entrance. Almost everyone entered via the big front doors after climbing the staircase. This was changed in the renovations and addition of 1985. Bracebridge Public Library,a Carnegie funded library built in 1908, as it appeared in the 1970's, before accessibility issues required a level entrance. Almost everyone entered via the big front doors …Bracebridge Public Library - Bracebridge Public Library, side view, 1970's
Bracebridge Public Library, a Carnegie-funded library built in 1908, had only the front entrance for many years. This door on the side was added in 1967 when a second exit was required in case of fire. This side of the building was again changed in 1985 with the expansion of … Bracebridge Public Library, a Carnegie-funded library built in 1908, had only the front entrance for many years. This door on the side was added in 1967 when a second exit …Bracebridge Public Library - Bracebridge Public Library, rear view, 1970's
Bracebridge Public Library's rear view as it appeared in the 1970's. The concrete block addition was built in 1967 to house a stairway and entrance for the new children's library on the lower level of the original building. This structure and the dormer windows above, which provided light to an … Bracebridge Public Library's rear view as it appeared in the 1970's. The concrete block addition was built in 1967 to house a stairway and entrance for the new children's library …Bracebridge Public Library - Steamboat Sagamo in Port Carling locks
Sagamo awaits passage from Lake Rosseau to Lake Muskoka at Port Carling lock in 1958, her final season before retirement. Note the marking on the boat for The 100 Mile Cruise which was a very popular all-day excursion from 1923 to 1958. Passengers would travel by train from Toronto, spend … Sagamo awaits passage from Lake Rosseau to Lake Muskoka at Port Carling lock in 1958, her final season before retirement. Note the marking on the boat for The 100 Mile …Bracebridge Public Library - Oriole & Medora steamboats at Beaumaris
Notes on reverse of photo by Redmond Thomas. Notes on reverse of photo by Redmond Thomas.Bracebridge Public Library - Sagamo at Port Carling
Muskoka Navigation Co. Sagamo navigating through the logs floating in the water at Port Carling. Muskoka Navigation Co. Sagamo navigating through the logs floating in the water at Port Carling.Bracebridge Public Library - Steamers at Port Carling
Steamers coming and going at Port Carling. Steamboat traffic was busy on the lakes of Muskoka at the height of the season, especially during the early decades of the twentieth century. Steamers coming and going at Port Carling. Steamboat traffic was busy on the lakes of Muskoka at the height of the season, especially during the early decades of the twentieth …Bracebridge Public Library - Rainbow Ridge Ski Resort, Bracebridge
When Finlay Munro announced plans for Rainbow Ridge Ski Resort in 1962 to be located just west of Bracebridge, his plans included a hotel, a chalet with restaurant and dance floor, and 5 hills. Although the initial season was a success, the hotel was never built and eventually the business … When Finlay Munro announced plans for Rainbow Ridge Ski Resort in 1962 to be located just west of Bracebridge, his plans included a hotel, a chalet with restaurant and dance …Bracebridge Public Library - Rainbow Ridge Ski hills, Bracebridge
Although Rainbow Ridge Ski Resort, which opened just west of Bracebridge in 1963, never achieved the kind of success anticipated, it was enjoyed by locals and school children before closing in 1981. Stan Knowles operated the ski school at Rainbow Ridge. Although Rainbow Ridge Ski Resort, which opened just west of Bracebridge in 1963, never achieved the kind of success anticipated, it was enjoyed by locals and school children before closing …Bracebridge Public Library - Bracebridge Memorial Park Fountain
The ornate iron fountain erected in the early 1900's in Memorial Park, Bracebridge, was made possible by the fundraising efforts of the students of Bracebridge Public School, under the direction of their principal, Mr. G.H.O. Thomas. An outdoor children's concert at the school raised $300 to beautify the Park which … The ornate iron fountain erected in the early 1900's in Memorial Park, Bracebridge, was made possible by the fundraising efforts of the students of Bracebridge Public School, under the direction …Bracebridge Public Library - Bracebridge Memorial Park Fountain restored 2000
Established in Memorial Park, on Manitoba St. in Bracebridge, in the early 1900's as part of the tribute to the local men who died in the Boer War, this lovely fountain has been moved from its original site, seen various locations, and has been fully restored and returned to its … Established in Memorial Park, on Manitoba St. in Bracebridge, in the early 1900's as part of the tribute to the local men who died in the Boer War, this lovely …Bracebridge Public Library
