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Steamer Cobourg Enters Toronto Harbour

Steamer Cobourg Enters Toronto Harbour

A watercolour by J.R.C. Smyth of this subject entitled “Entrance to Toronto, showing the steamer Cobourg passing the blockhouse at Gibralter Point” is described in Sotheby & Co. […]
Phil’s Ferry Trip Across The Lake

Phil’s Ferry Trip Across The Lake

This story uses archival photos of Bowmanville, Cobourg, Rochester and the ferries to illustrate what is being described. Phil Ayling’s Story Text appears on screen:  “Now well into […]
Oil Tanks – Legion Village Mural

Oil Tanks – Legion Village Mural

This mural is part of a larger one depicting aspects of the Town’s history.  It is located in the “Golden Rail Pub” of Legion Village, a large retirement […]
Irish Famine Memorial

Irish Famine Memorial

These bronze statues, together named Arrival, are the work of sculptor Rowan Gillespie.  They are located in Toronto’s Ireland Park which was opened in 2007.  They represent the […]
The East Pier by W. H. Bartlett

The East Pier by W. H. Bartlett

W. H. Bartlett (1809-1854) was a British artist, best known for the numerous steel engravings based on his sketches. He travelled widely, including to the Balkans, the Middle […]