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Valuing Our History

Articles dedicated to preserving and exploring the rich heritage, historical landmarks, and pioneer stories of Wellington County.

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Donkey baseball was popular in mid-20th century

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Community news from the Mapleton area in 1931, 1981

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News from the Mapleton Township area in 1952, 1977

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Gas shortages, heavy bus/train traffic marked WWII holidays

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Few details survive about Glenlamond saw mill

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Will of Rev. William Barrie disputed by sister

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Connon became full-time photographer after trip to Europe

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Hustonville founded, thrived, vanished in 20 years

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Lack of railway siding frustrated Fergus’ James Gow

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Fergus mill made oat flour for Cheerios, other brands

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Railway passenger service waxed and waned over the 1900s

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Tanner’s woolen mill in Mount Forest burned twice in a year