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      these cottages were added to the main lodge at Rostrevor Resort on Lake Rosseau in Muskoka, sometime in the 1940s. In those days, guests arrived aboard the steamer Sagamo.

      This cottage and others were added to the main lodge of Rostrevor Resort sometime after the 1940s. During the war, guests arrived aboard the steamer Sagamo. Many families returned year after year.

      These and other cottages were added to Rostrevor Resort on lake Rosseau, sometime after the 1940s. The original resort had been established in 1898 and continued in some form until the 1980s.

      After years as a museum, the Segwun was restored and re-launched in 1974. Improvements to the ship continued into the 1980s with the removal of state rooms and the addition of modern equipment. June 27 1981 marked her return to cruising the Muskoka lakes.

      The original building opened in 1926 as Bracebridge High School but changed its name in 1964 to Bracebridge and Muskoka Lakes Secondary School. Numerous additions have been made over the years but the school was closed in 2005 and a new school built in conjunction with the Sportsplex and Rene …

      Bracebridge Memorial Community Centre opened officially in January 1949. Now (2018) referred to as Bracebridge Arena, it continues to serve the community.

      This postcard depicts a summer afternoon at the water somewhere in Muskoka. Although it is not dated, it was issued when it cost only one cent to mail in Canada and the US. Judging by the swimming costumes, maybe early 1900s?

      This postcard is titled A "Haying Party" from Milford Bay but judging by the ladies' apparel, this was a party riding on hay, not actually haying on the field. The postcard is not dated.

      This postcard is labeled "Camping, a typical scene in Muskoka, Muskoka Lakes, Ontario, Canada." It was mailed in 1915.

      Rostrevor Resort, on Lake Rosseau, Muskoka first opened in 1898 by Arthur Dinsmore. By 1916, it could accomodate 100 guests. Despite hard times during the Depression, it remained open until the early 1980s. these cabins and others were added to the main lodge sometime after the 1940s.

      This is an undated cabinet card photograph of an unidentified young woman. This photograph would have been taken by Edy Brothers sometime between 1883 and 1920 when they were at their 214 Dundas Street location. Based on the dress style, this photograph was likely taken c. 1890. The ornate photographer's …

      The interior of Knox Presbyterian Church, 44 Main Street, North, showing the framed Rolls of Honour on the south wall.

      The set of framed Rolls of Honour on the south wall of Knox Presbyterian Church, 44 Main Street, North.

      A street view looking East from in front of 125 Lakeshore Rd. E. (Paradiso Restaurant)

      The magnificent Lake Ontario. Watch that wind people, winter’s coming!

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      A serious fire broke out early Monday morning December 28th 1908 along the east side of Manitoba Street, destroying several businesses in the heart of downtown Bracebridge. Firefighters were hampered by ice forming due to the severe cold.

      Owner:The Buck Family Address:191 Goodrich Road Structural History: Records indicate the following agricultural structures were erected at this address, although some may no longer remain standing. This chronological list provides a built heritage narrative to accompany the image of the remaining barn(s) on the property. 1977 Type I Barn, 2 …

      Owner: The Buchanan Family Address: 476 Jamieson Road Structural History: Records indicate the following agricultural structures were erected at this address, although some may no longer remain standing. This chronological list provides a built heritage narrative to accompany the image of the remaining barn(s) on the property. 1867 Single Family …

      Owner: The Dixon Family Address: 768 Old Wooler Road Structural History: Records indicate the following agricultural structures were erected at this address, although some may no longer remain standing. This chronological list provides a built heritage narrative to accompany the image of the remaining barn(s) on the property. 1890 Single …