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9781459733565 English 1459733568 A new book that illuminates Hamilton s top heritage museums and historic sites. With a celebration of Hamilton s history and an emphasis on storytelling, "Inside Hamilton s Museums" is for native Hamiltonians and newcomers alike. Amidst increased interest in Hamilton from the GTHA and beyond, this book explores the city s origins, with an emphasis on its historic sites, early builders, and personalities. Learn about the history of the site, take a guided walk-through, and discover some of the most prized possessions. Find out about the McQueston family, and how the two high-backed chairs at Whitehern evoke the day in 1939 when King George VI and Queen Elizabeth opened the Queen Elizabeth Way, the first intercity divided highway in North America. Or visit the museum that occupies the site of the battle that marked a turning point in the War of 1812, holding off the American invaders for at least another winter. These and many more Hamilton sites await your visit.", A new book that illuminates Hamilton’s top heritage museums and historic sites. With a celebration of Hamilton’s history and an emphasis on storytelling, Inside Hamilton’s Museums is for native Hamiltonians and newcomers alike. Amidst increased interest in Hamilton from the GTHA and beyond, this book explores the city’s origins, with an emphasis on its historic sites, early builders, and personalities. Learn about the history of the site, take a guided walk-through, and discover some of the most prized possessions. Find out about the McQueston family, and how the two high-backed chairs at Whitehern evoke the day in 1939 when King George VI and Queen Elizabeth opened the Queen Elizabeth Way, the first intercity divided highway in North America. Or visit the museum that occupies the site of the battle that marked a turning point in the War of 1812, holding off the American invaders for at least another winter. These and many more Hamilton sites await your visit., Exploring Hamilton through its heritage museums. Inside Hamilton's Museums helps to satisfy a growing curiosity about Canada's steel capital as it evolves into a post-industrial city and cultural destination. With an emphasis on storytelling and unsung heroes, the book identifies where Sergeant Alexander Fraser bayonetted seven enemy soldiers in a shocking attack to save Upper Canada in 1813. It also evokes the day in 1939 when King George VI and Queen Elizabeth opened the Queen Elizabeth Way, the first intercity-divided highway in North America. And it illuminates the four months in 1846 when an otherwise immensely privileged teenager, Sophia MacNab, tracked her mother's excruciating demise. Appealing to Hamiltonians and visitors alike, the book brings to life the former residents of Dundurn Castle, Whitehern Historic House, the Old Waterworks, Battlefield House, Griffin House, the Joseph Brant Museum, and the Erland Lee Museum, birthplace of the Women's Institutes., Views Hamilton's heritage museums for the first time as a single community linked by events, personalities, and function. Nothing similar exists in print or digital form. Even individual biographies are mostly out print, and few pertinent histories exist. Personal stories reveal the museums in fresh ways. The author wrote a "Toronto Star" feature series about Ontario's under-recognized cultural gems, including several of its historic homes and museums. As a heritage enthusiast and journalist, the author knows how to ask original questions and focus on often-overlooked details. This book is meant to inspire readers to visit the sites, and help ensure their long-term viability. Follow-up to "Inside the Museums," which focused on Toronto's heritage sites. "
9781459733565 English 1459733568 A new book that illuminates Hamilton s top heritage museums and historic sites. With a celebration of Hamilton s history and an emphasis on storytelling, "Inside Hamilton s Museums" is for native Hamiltonians and newcomers alike. Amidst increased interest in Hamilton from the GTHA and beyond, this book explores the city s origins, with an emphasis on its historic sites, early builders, and personalities. Learn about the history of the site, take a guided walk-through, and discover some of the most prized possessions. Find out about the McQueston family, and how the two high-backed chairs at Whitehern evoke the day in 1939 when King George VI and Queen Elizabeth opened the Queen Elizabeth Way, the first intercity divided highway in North America. Or visit the museum that occupies the site of the battle that marked a turning point in the War of 1812, holding off the American invaders for at least another winter. These and many more Hamilton sites await your visit.", A new book that illuminates Hamilton’s top heritage museums and historic sites. With a celebration of Hamilton’s history and an emphasis on storytelling, Inside Hamilton’s Museums is for native Hamiltonians and newcomers alike. Amidst increased interest in Hamilton from the GTHA and beyond, this book explores the city’s origins, with an emphasis on its historic sites, early builders, and personalities. Learn about the history of the site, take a guided walk-through, and discover some of the most prized possessions. Find out about the McQueston family, and how the two high-backed chairs at Whitehern evoke the day in 1939 when King George VI and Queen Elizabeth opened the Queen Elizabeth Way, the first intercity divided highway in North America. Or visit the museum that occupies the site of the battle that marked a turning point in the War of 1812, holding off the American invaders for at least another winter. These and many more Hamilton sites await your visit., Exploring Hamilton through its heritage museums. Inside Hamilton's Museums helps to satisfy a growing curiosity about Canada's steel capital as it evolves into a post-industrial city and cultural destination. With an emphasis on storytelling and unsung heroes, the book identifies where Sergeant Alexander Fraser bayonetted seven enemy soldiers in a shocking attack to save Upper Canada in 1813. It also evokes the day in 1939 when King George VI and Queen Elizabeth opened the Queen Elizabeth Way, the first intercity-divided highway in North America. And it illuminates the four months in 1846 when an otherwise immensely privileged teenager, Sophia MacNab, tracked her mother's excruciating demise. Appealing to Hamiltonians and visitors alike, the book brings to life the former residents of Dundurn Castle, Whitehern Historic House, the Old Waterworks, Battlefield House, Griffin House, the Joseph Brant Museum, and the Erland Lee Museum, birthplace of the Women's Institutes., Views Hamilton's heritage museums for the first time as a single community linked by events, personalities, and function. Nothing similar exists in print or digital form. Even individual biographies are mostly out print, and few pertinent histories exist. Personal stories reveal the museums in fresh ways. The author wrote a "Toronto Star" feature series about Ontario's under-recognized cultural gems, including several of its historic homes and museums. As a heritage enthusiast and journalist, the author knows how to ask original questions and focus on often-overlooked details. This book is meant to inspire readers to visit the sites, and help ensure their long-term viability. Follow-up to "Inside the Museums," which focused on Toronto's heritage sites. "