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After the Bubble Burst: A Brief Survey of Life in Palmerston During the Great Depression (1933-1939)

After the Bubble Burst: A Brief Survey of Life in Palmerston During the Great Depression (1933-1939)

by admin | Mar 14, 2017 | Historical Analysis

In the 1920s the Town of Palmerston was in its prime, the archetypal railroad town. At one point, forty trains per day passed by the station and the under the old iron bridge during their trans-Ontario journey towards Listowel and Harriston. At the time, it seemed as...
Democracy During War Time: Electing A Provincial Representative in 1943 Perth County

Democracy During War Time: Electing A Provincial Representative in 1943 Perth County

by admin | Jan 31, 2017 | Historical Analysis

The election of the Perth provincial representative received extensive coverage in the Palmerston Observer for the better part of two months in 1943, with articles spanning the dates of July 8 to September 2. Although it was impossible to know at the time, the Second...

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Palmerston Railway Heritage Museum Hours

Our last day of the 2025 Season was Saturday, August 30th.
We are now closed for the season.

If you are interested in booking a tour in the off season (September-May) you can schedule an appointment by emailing museum@town.minto.on.ca or calling 519-338-2511 ext 241. Please ensure if you do, that you book your tour 2 or 3 days prior to when you intend to visit. Thanks for a wonderful season, see you next year!

Contact Us

519-343-4014
museum@town.minto.on.ca

164 William St.
Palmerston, Ontario
N0G 2P0

Minto Farmers Market at the Museum!

Saturdays
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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