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The Aftermath of the Flood

The Aftermath of the Flood

Looking south down the flooded sideroad, this image shows the damage caused to the office and the company homes. John Downing’s family home (later the Beachville Museum) is […]
John Downing on the Porch of his Home in Beachville

John Downing on the Porch of his Home in Beachville

John Downing (April 1, 1849 – April 14, 1938) was born in Parkham, Devon. He immigrated to Canada with his family at age 2. As a schoolboy, he […]
Beachville District Museum

Beachville District Museum

Beachville District Museum operates out of one of Beachville’s historic limestone structures – the former residence of the Downing family. The first floor was constructed of colourful fieldstone […]