George McGill was born in Edinburgh, Scotland, and came to Canada around 1837, together with his wife Elizabeth Bishop and their children: Ann, Henry, Margaret, James, John and newborn infant William. In 1851 George purchased a 200-acre property in what is now the Lorne Park area of Mississauga. His land was on the north side…
Before Christmas we received an inquiry asking about the name origin of Sawmill Creek. The answer is a fascinating look at local history, and how place names remain on our landscape from many years ago. In short, the creek takes its name from being the source of power for a sawmill, or possibly two sawmills….
On May 29th, Ronnie Hawkins, famed Canadian musician, died at the age of 87 to the sadness of many fans across the country. Hawkins was born in Huntsville, Arkansas, on January 10, 1935, later making a life for himself north of the border. Known affectionately over the years as “Mr. Dynamo,” “Sir Ronnie,” “Rompin’ Ronnie,”…
Bradley House & Public Art New Public Art initiative at the Museums of Mississauga The Museums of Mississauga are currently in the midst of developing a new brand and undergoing a reanimation of it goals, vision and mission. This exciting time in the history of the Museums is sparking a symbolic creative intervention. A series…
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