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The Huron County Museum |
Goderich, Ontario
www.huroncounty.ca/museum
A first class community museum with permanent
exhibits depicting the early settlement and development
of Huron County. |
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The Huron Historic Gaol |
Goderich, Ontario
www.huroncounty.ca/museum
Is a unique and imposing octagonal building which
served as the county jail from its opening in
1842 until 1972 when all inmates were transferred
to regional facilities. The Gaol is designated
a National Historic Site. The building originally
housed the county courts and counsel chambers,
as well as serving as gaol and house of refuge.
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The Lambton Heritage Museum |
Grand Bend, Ontario
http://www.lclmg.org/
Museum documenting the history and development
of the North Lambton area. Well worth the trip
to see the school house, chapel and settlers buildings. |
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The Wexford Shipwreck |
St. Joseph, Ontario
www.shipwreckwexford.ca
The famous Wexford Shipwreck in the big storm
of 1913 is located directly 7 miles offshore from
Brentwood on the Beach here in St. Joseph. Ask
to view our Wexford Shipwreck video. Certified
for low impact heritage diving. |
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St. Joseph Memorial Park and Historic Walkway |
St. Joseph, Ontario
www.saintjoseph.on.ca
The history of St. Joseph is told through narrative
and pictorial signage. The park began with a request
from Brother Andre, known healer and founder of
the famed oratory of St. Joseph in Montreal. Visit
the park and read the fascinating story of Narcisse
Cantin, father of the St. Lawrence Seaway. Located
½ mile north of Brentwood on the Beach
on Hwy 21. For more detailed information, visit
the historical St. Joseph Archive and Museum.
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The Original CNR School On Wheels Car #15089 |
Clinton, Ontario
http://www.schoolcar.ca
This is one of seven such railway schools used
as a highly successful method of reaching and
teaching the isolated children and adults of the
northern Ontario wilderness earlier this century.
Located in the beautiful park named after Clinton
native Fred Sloman, the “Dean of School
Teachers”. He taught and lived with his
family in this traveling school from 1926-1965
bringing reading and writing skills to Canada’s
north. Located at 76 Victoria Terrace, Clinton,
Ontario (25 minutes northeast of Brentwood on
the Beach). |
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River Road Artists Gallery |
Grand Bend, Ontario
www.riverroadgallery.com
River Road Gallery offers a unique collection
of internationally recognized works by seven local
artists. |
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Bohemian Cinderella |
St. Joseph, Ontario
www.bohemiancinerella.ca
Czech born Marcella Bahar is an award winning
clay artist. Her passion for living and curiosity
reveals itself in her vibrant work. A five minute
walk from Brentwood on the Beach. |
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Marten Arts Gallery |
Bayfield, Ontario
www.martenarts.com
Representing contemporary Canadian fine art and
fine craft on historic main street in Bayfield. |
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Turner Gallery |
Bayfield, Ontario
www.turnergallery.com
Representing contemporary Canadian fine art and
fine craft on historic main street in Bayfield. |
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