This log shanty is a reproduction of the original type of building constructed by the settlers in the area. Bruce Smith constructed this shanty using axes, logs from locally grown cedar and masonry materials for the “fireplace” and chimney. When settlers first arrived to farm a plot [...]]]> Shanty

This log shanty is a reproduction of the original type of building constructed by the settlers in the area. Bruce Smith constructed this shanty using axes, logs from locally grown cedar and masonry materials for the “fireplace” and chimney. When settlers first arrived to farm a plot of land, they would first stay in a canvas tent. Eventually, they would build these temporary houses to live in for the first winter or until they could build something larger. Upon moving out of these cabins, they would then be used to house animals or storage.

The Implement Shed was built on site in the style of a pioneer pole barn. It is used to house large farm implements. It also houses our Blacksmith Shop which was constructed to display early blacksmith tools. At the end of the shed [...]]]> Blacksmith Shop & Implement Shed

The Implement Shed was built on site in the style of a pioneer pole barn. It is used to house large farm implements. It also houses our Blacksmith Shop which was constructed to display early blacksmith tools. At the end of the shed is the Honey Shack, which display equipment used to extract and make honey.

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John and Ellen Duggan came to Canada with three daughters in 1835. After renting a homestead farm for a period of time, they purchased this house in 1851 for approximately $400. Their main crops included wheat, peas, potatoes and oats and they kept cattle, sheep, horses and pigs.

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This is a replica of a pioneer log house that serves as a children’s playhouse. The material for this cabin was donated by Robert and Kim Prescott.

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The shanty was built in 1910 by Silas Crowe on commission by W.T.C. Boyd, son of “Lumber King of the Trent” Mossom Boyd. W.T.C. wanted a log shanty replica as a curiosity building for his guests from Europe. The Shanty was built on the Boyd Edgewood Estate, Canal [...]]]> Boyd Shanty

The shanty was built in 1910 by Silas Crowe on commission by W.T.C. Boyd, son of “Lumber King of the Trent” Mossom Boyd. W.T.C. wanted a log shanty replica as a curiosity building for his guests from Europe. The Shanty was built on the Boyd Edgewood Estate, Canal Street, Bobcaygeon and relocated to Kawartha Settlers’ Village in 2005.

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This jail cell is circa 1874. The jail did not have a roof at that time and was generally only in use on Saturday nights. Shortly after Bobcaygeon was incorporated as a town in 1876, this cell was put in the Town Hall, currently the Lion’s [...]]]> Jail

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This jail cell is circa 1874. The jail did not have a roof at that time and was generally only in use on Saturday nights. Shortly after Bobcaygeon was incorporated as a town in 1876, this cell was put in the Town Hall, currently the Lion’s Hall on Main Street.

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European interest in Bobcaygeon began with fur trapping during the 1600′s and continues to be an important part of local recreational life. This cabin was a guide shack for Fiesta Village Fishing Resort in Bobcaygeon.

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Our School House was originally part of an early 1900′s cottage located on Sturgeon Lake. It was restored as a pioneer school house utilizing desks and materials from older schools no longer in existence, see the board on the wall with pictures of old [...]]]> School House

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Our School House was originally part of an early 1900′s cottage located on Sturgeon Lake. It was restored as a pioneer school house utilizing desks and materials from older schools no longer in existence, see the board on the wall with pictures of old local schools. The School House is a vital part of our Summer Camp and our Elementary Day programs. In 2011, we moved in our second classroom/library building.

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A Methodist church built in 1885. In 1960 it was sold to a local farmer who used it as a barn and chicken coop. In 1996 it was donated to the Village and restored as close as possible, to its original simple beauty. Fairbairn Church can be rented for [...]]]> Fairbairn Church

A Methodist church built in 1885. In 1960 it was sold to a local farmer who used it as a barn and chicken coop. In 1996 it was donated to the Village and restored as close as possible, to its original simple beauty. Fairbairn Church can be rented for weddings or services.

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Bobcaygeon L.O.L. 121 and L.O.L. 1410

The Orange Lodge was an important part of the Protestant social experience. The local Orange Order Branch 1410 was founded in 1874 and this lodge building was built in 1891. In 1995 the building was moved to the Village and [...]]]> Orange Lodge

Bobcaygeon L.O.L. 121 and L.O.L. 1410

The Orange Lodge was an important part of the Protestant social experience. The local Orange Order Branch 1410 was founded in 1874 and this lodge building was built in 1891. In 1995 the building was moved to the Village and remains one of a few active Lodges in the province.

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