This week’s artifact is a toolbox owned by Jack Haney, a resident of St. Catharines and an employee of the […]
Artifact of the Week: Axe Label
This week’s artifact is a label from a Kelly brand tool. This American brand was made for the Canadian and […]
Artifact of the Week: Welland Vale Axe Head
This week’s artifact is an axe head manufactured by Welland Vale Manufacturing Company in St. Catharines, C. 1930 1986.133.1 Find […]
History from Here: The Independent Rubber Company
On this episode of History from Here, host Sara Nixon visits the former site of the Independent Rubber Company, now The Keg Steakhouse + Bar.
A catalyst in a golden era of industry. Powered by the waters of the Second Welland Canal. A surviving remnant of the past that has withstood fire, neglect, time, and significant change. The Independent Rubber Company building, with its towering smokestack, is an enduring testament to Merritton’s industrial heritage.
#WomenInCulture: The Foundations of our Community
Museum Week is a global online campaign celebrating the impact of museums and cultural institutions. The campaign kicks off today […]
A Walk Around Town – Walk H
Excerpts from “Walk H” in “St. Catharines A-Z” by Junius, originally published in the St. Catharines Journal on June 26th, […]
Know Your Neighbours – Lachlan Ebenezer McKinnon
Lachlan Ebenezer McKinnon was born on September 19th, 1854 in Owen Sound, Ontario to parents John and Elizabeth McKinnon. John […]