PinnedJessica AllenTragic Roots: The Unseen Dangers of 19th Century Life in Simcoe CountyTypically, when walking through a local cemetery, it’s common to see deaths attributed to diseases like cholera, typhoid and tuberculosis…Apr 24Apr 24
Jessica AllenCelebrating 25 Years of Orillia Museum of Art and History!For 25 years, the Orillia Museum of Art & History (OMAH) has been at the heart of our community, preserving and showcasing the rich history…4d ago4d ago
Jessica AllenUnearthing History: The Lost Mammoth Skeleton of Adjala-Tosorontio TownshipIn 1887, a remarkable discovery was made on the west half of Lot 14, Concession 6, in Adjala-Tosorontio Township, Ontario. A mammoth…Jul 151Jul 151
Jessica AllenUnveiling Freedom Rock: New Leads in the Quest for the Inscription AuthorsPart FourJun 28Jun 28
Jessica AllenDocumenting My Research for the Individual(s) Responsible for the 19th Century Inscriptions at…Part Three: The Research BeginsJun 5Jun 5
Jessica AllenThe Hidden Gem of Simcoe County: Finally Discovering Freedom RockPart Two: After a 10k grueling hike, I found it!Jun 2Jun 2
Jessica AllenSearching for Freedom Rock: An Adventure in Simcoe CountyPart One of My Quest to Find the Historical GemMay 27May 27
Jessica AllenShadows of the Past: The Forgotten Tales of Midland’s Pioneer CemeteryNestled along an old stretch of Penetanguishene Road, bypassed by the modern rush of County Road 93, lies a small but profoundly…Apr 25Apr 25
Jessica AllenSwirls of Time: Birdie Webb’s Dance Card Unveiling the Rhythms of 1920s in Bradford West…Preserved within the Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library Archives is a charming relic from the early 20th century — a dance card…Apr 3Apr 3
Jessica AllenAerial Insight: Military Air Force Training in the Great WarThe Department of National Defense and the Library and Archives Canada has a number of photographic archives that provide us with a glimpse…Mar 5Mar 5