Best Elgin History Museum Podcasts (2024)

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Our animal friends 4:02

2h ago4:02

4:02

Do you know about the lion who used to live in Elgin? How about the other lion that used to live in Elgin? No? What about the elephant that made a memorable visit to the west side? No? Sounds like you had better listen to this echo from February 26, 1984 and get caught up.By Elgin History Museum

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Almora's iron horse legacy 4:30

14h ago4:30

4:30

This former depot site near Randall and Big Timber Roads was known for its train wrecks rather than its founder or school. An echo from November 13, 1988 tells the details.By Elgin History Museum

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Elgin's notorious mayor was "hot copy" for city newsmen 6:11

5d ago6:11

6:11

Newspapers can't resist writing about colorful politicians. True today and true from 1874 to 1927 when Mayor Arwin E. Price couldn't seem to stay out of the headlines. Listen to this echo from November 15, 1998 for the details.By Elgin History Museum

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Mark of the West on two local graves 4:46

10d ago4:46

4:46

Elgin's Bluff City Cemetery holds the remains of two individuals who had only a fleeting connection to Elgin, but whose stories are of interest to fans of the American West. Tune in to this echo from September 10, 1989 to learn more about Dan DeMarbelle and Annie Tallent as we complete our mini series on Elgin’s municipal cemetery and its stories.…

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Elgin's Bells 4:40

14d ago4:40

4:40

Oscar Hammerstein once said "a bell's not a bell until you ring it". An echo from February 28, 1999, tells the story of Elgin's noteworthy bells.By Elgin History Museum

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Taking a walk through Bluff City Cemetery 4:21

17d ago4:21

4:21

Learn about some of the unique markers in Bluff City Cemetery in this echo from August 14, 2003.By Elgin History Museum

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Whatever happened to the members of Elgin's Class of '77? 5:03

21d ago5:03

5:03

This echo from September 16, 1990 details the lives of all the Elgin High School graduates of '77. Class of 1877, that is. If you are attending the 2024 Bluff City Cemetery Walk on September 21/22 you will learn about Cecil Harvey, but what adventures did her sister Illione have after graduation?By Elgin History Museum

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Wallacetown Cheese Factory- Episode 63 12:54

22d ago12:54

12:54

Thank you, dairy, much for clicking on our podcast! We curd not have this podcast without support from our listeners! Listen as we discuss the cheese making process from the mid 1800’s and local dairy and cheese factories, with a focus on Keillor’s Cheese Factory from Wallacetown. Show Notes- https://backuspagehouse.ca/2024/09/18/podcast-episode-63…

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Illinois Park School has proud history 5:10

25d ago5:10

5:10

Illinois Park is the only Elgin School that was once independent. Learn more about the Little Red Brick School in this echo from May 31, 1998. To learn more about its teacher, Abbie C. Saunders Wing, consider attending the 37th annual Bluff City Cemetery Walk on September 21/22, 2024. Tickets are available on the Elgin History Museum website.…

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City's history rests beneath Bluff City trees 5:01

29d ago5:01

5:01

Bluff City Cemetery opened 135 years ago and its history is as interesting as the stories of those that rest there. An echo from September 3, 1989 tells the story of its founding and early years.By Elgin History Museum

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When roosters cackled and toilets stayed indoors 4:54

1M ago4:54

4:54

Tune in to this echo from November 16, 2002 hear the big issues presented in the school board election of 1895.By Elgin History Museum

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East side houses in Elgin conceal tidbits of history 5:49

1M ago5:49

5:49

Where were Sherman and St. Joseph's hospitals located in the old days? What was Mrs. Brockhoff's wild ride? Where did a local chewing gum magnate live? Listen to this echo from September 17, 1995 to find out.By Elgin History Museum

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Debunking History Myths- Episode 62 15:53

1M ago15:53

15:53

Have you ever been told that beds were shorter in the 1800s? Or that old window panes are thicker at the bottom due to the glass sagging over time? Well, these are in fact myths and we're going to debunk them in today's episode! Show Notes- https://backuspagehouse.ca/2024/09/04/podcast-episode-62-debunking-history-myths/…

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Observatory still marks the passage of time 3:35

1M ago3:35

3:35

Today's U-46 Planetarium was once yesterday's Elgin National Watch Company Observatory. Learn about this unique building in this echo from October 19, 1981.By Elgin History Museum

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Elgin had a building boom a century ago 4:26

1M ago4:26

4:26

Housing is hard to find, and the schools are jam-packed. Welcome to 1883. Listen to this echo from August 28, 1983 and learn about the building boom spawned by the Elgin National Watch Company's success.By Elgin History Museum

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Elgin is a community of diverse housing 5:15

2M ago5:15

5:15

Fire up Google Street View and take a look at the houses mentioned in this echo from Sept 10, 1995. You may hear about a new favorite, or perhaps your own home.By Elgin History Museum

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English watchmakers left housing legacy 4:34

2M ago4:34

4:34

What do Coventry England and Elgin's Bent St. have in common? Tune in to this echo from July 27, 1997 to find out.By Elgin History Museum

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Mail Order Catalogues- Episode 61 9:34

2M ago9:34

9:34

Oh were the days when the Winter edition of the Sears catalogue arrived in the mail, its pages smelling of ink and paper. The immense joy it brought to many of us while circling the newest toys or clothing items we wanted for Christmas. In today's episode, learn all about mail order catalogues from the 1800's! Show Notes: https://backuspagehouse.ca…

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Neighbors' fondness for old homes founds the GPA 5:19

2M ago5:19

5:19

The Gifford Park Association hosts the Historic Elgin Housewalk each September. Learn about the organization's roots in this echo from July 17, 2003 and plan to attend the 2024 walk on September 7th and 8th. Tickets can be purchased on the Elgin History Museum's website.By Elgin History Museum

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Elgin's claim to a pollution -free car dies with a mysterious man 5:09

2M ago5:09

5:09

Rory C. Johnson and the Magnatron engine left Elgin with more questions than answers but this echo from October 28, 2002 will fill you in on what we know.By Elgin History Museum

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Life and Times of Charles F. Shaw Remembered 4:37

2M ago4:37

4:37

Charles F. Shaw (1851-1939) saw many changes in Elgin. Thankfully he shared many memories with a reporter in 1937. Listen to this echo from September 9, 2002 to hear stories of Charles' Elgin.By Elgin History Museum

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Revisit the Unusual Happenings at Our Lords Park 5:25

2M ago5:25

5:25

This echo from August 26, 2002 highlights interesting events at Lords Park, 1894-1941.By Elgin History Museum

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Willey Family Stories- Episode 60 13:26

2M ago13:26

13:26

Today’s episode we will be sharing some stories passed down through local residents, the Willey’s. Show Notes: https://backuspagehouse.ca/2024/08/07/podcast-episode-60-willey-family-stories/

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The Case of the Missing Elgin JFK Casket 4:10

2M ago4:10

4:10

What became of the Elgin Britannia casket which transported the body of President John F. Kennedy? An echo from August 12, 2002 reveals the truth.By Elgin History Museum

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The History of the Dutton Flour Mills- Episode 59 13:25

3M ago13:25

13:25

Today we will be discussing the history of the Dutton Flour Mills. Since its start in 1874, the mills grew rapidly and remained an important business for the Dutton and surrounding area till its close in 1967. Show Notes- https://backuspagehouse.ca/2024/07/24/podcast-episode-59-the-history-of-the-dutton-flour-mills/…

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Local Businesses- Episode 58 15:52

3M ago15:52

15:52

In today’s episode, we will be learning about a few local businesses that were very important to our area! Show Notes-https://backuspagehouse.ca/2024/07/10/podcast-episode-58-local-businesses/

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Women of the Talbot Settlement- Episode 57 15:07

4M ago15:07

15:07

In this episode, we share the biographies of prominent women in the Talbot Settlement, how they influenced the area, and share some of their written memories.Show Notes- https://backuspagehouse.ca/2024/06/26/podcast-episode-57-women-of-the-talbot-settlement/

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Laundry & Hygiene Part 2- Episode 56 17:16

4M ago17:16

17:16

In this episode we learn how manuals transformed life in the 1800’s by offering various tips and tricks to help with daily tasks. From teeth to menstrual pads, we dive into the popular methods of keeping up appearance and hygiene. Show Notes- https://backuspagehouse.ca/2024/06/12/podcast-episode-56-laundry-hygiene-part-2/…

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Cholera- Episode 55 16:20

1y ago16:20

16:20

In today’s episode we talk all about cholera. What is it? How do you contract it? How did Upper Canada deal with the monstrous epidemic? How many lost their lives? Show Notes- https://backuspagehouse.ca/2023/09/20/podcast-episode-55-cholera/

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Honey & Honey Houses- Episode 54 18:39

1y ago18:39

18:39

One of the oldest agricultural pursuits known to man is beekeeping. In today's episode we learn about the process of making honey, settlers' utilization of honeybee crops, the development of keeping bees, and the great influence the insects had on life in Upper Canada. Show Notes- https://backuspagehouse.ca/2023/09/06/podcast-episode-54-honey-honey…

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The Anglican Influence on the Talbot Settlement- Episode 53 18:07

1y ago18:07

18:07

In this episode written by Becky Van Harn, you will learn all about the characteristics of the early Anglican Church, the clergy reserves and their reception in Upper Canada, and the many Reverend Stewarts in Tyrconnell. Show Notes- https://backuspagehouse.ca/2023/08/30/podcast-episode-53-anglican-influence-on-the-talbot-settlement/…

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Laundry & Hygiene Part 1- Episode 52 14:08

1y ago14:08

14:08

In this week's episode we talk about soap and the various ways settlers utilized it, the extensive time and effort that went into simple household tasks like doing laundry, and the trials and tribulations of bathing. Show Notes- https://backuspagehouse.ca/2023/08/09/podcast-episode-52-laundry-hygiene-part-1/…

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War Modernizing the Farm- Episode 51 14:40

1y ago14:40

14:40

During the First and Second World Wars, Canadian citizens served their country in many different ways. On the battlefields soldiers fought for their lives and country, meanwhile back in the fields of Canada, men, women, and children worked to provide food not only for our citizens and military, but our allies. Show Notes- https://backuspagehouse.ca…

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Oral History Project: Blair Ferguson WW2 Talk Part 2 25:29

1y ago25:29

25:29

In part 2 of Blair Ferguson's oral history interview we discuss various plane crashes from the area, the Fingal Bombing & Gunnery School and its many changes throughout the years, and the Canadian farmers who helped fight from the farm fields. If you would like to participate in our Seniors Oral History Project, contact us at 519-762-3072…

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Oral History Project: Blair Ferguson WW2 Talk Part 1 24:13

1y ago24:13

24:13

In this episode we talk again to Blair Ferguson. This time he discusses the tragedy and mystery of a not so lost WW2 training plane off the coast of Lake Erie.

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Oral History Project: Sharon Malott Part 3 24:27

1+ y ago24:27

24:27

In this 3rd and final episode of Sharon Malott's interview for our Seniors Oral History Project we dive into big changes that have happened to the area over the years, weather events, and tracking down members of her family.

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Oral History Project: Sharon Malott Part 2 30:19

1+ y ago30:19

30:19

In part 2 of Sharon's interview we talk about family stories, farm reminiscences, and much more! If you would like to participate and share some stories for Seniors Life in the Talbot Settlement: Oral History Project, please contact us by emailing info@backuspagehouse.ca

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Oral History Project: Sharon Malott Part 1 30:41

1+ y ago30:41

30:41

In this episode you will hear from Sharon Malott, a participant of our Seniors Life in the Talbot Settlement: Oral History Project! In today's episode, Sharon tells us about her journey tracing family history, the family farm, and going to Duff Church.

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Oral History Project: Dave Skipper Part 2 27:32

1+ y ago27:32

27:32

In the second and last part of Dave's interview he talks about growing up on a farm, fundraising by selling vegetables, and the joys of teaching! If you would like to participate and share some stories for Seniors Life in the Talbot Settlement: Oral History Project, please contact us by emailing info@backuspagehouse.ca…

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Oral History Project: Dave Skipper Part 1 25:53

1+ y ago25:53

25:53

In this episode you will hear from Dave Skipper, a participant of our Seniors Life in the Talbot Settlement: Oral History Project! In this episode, Dave tells us about going from a one-room schoolhouse to high school, how he started teaching, and his once bustling raspberry farm all while giving us some wise words on inspiration!…

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Oral History Project: Dave Hagerty Part 3 24:14

1+ y ago24:14

24:14

In the last part of Dave Hagerty's oral history interview we talk about fires, family heirlooms, and fairs! If you have stories to share, consider participating in our Seniors Life in the Talbot Settlement Oral History Project! Contact us at info@backuspagehouse.ca

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Oral History Project: Dave Hagerty Part 2 24:03

1+ y ago24:03

24:03

In part 2 of Dave Hagerty's oral history interview we talk about the once bustling town of Fingal, Dave's staged western shoot out on Fingal Line, the Bombing & Gunnery School, and more! You don't want to miss out on this episode! If you would like to participate in our Seniors Life in the Talbot Settlement Oral History Project please contact us at…

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Oral History Project: Dave Hagerty Part 1 29:20

1+ y ago29:20

29:20

In this episode you will hear from Dave Hagerty, a participant of our Seniors Life in the Talbot Settlement: Oral History Project! Today Dave talks about growing up on a farm, school life at S.S. No. 12, pranks, and many more great stories of Fingal and surrounding area!

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Oral History Project: An Angry Sky with Al McGregor 23:28

1+ y ago23:28

23:28

In this episode, Al McGregor shares the background of his book, An Angry Sky, as well as giving an overview of historical events and characters that are featured. If you would like to share your stories with the community, consider participating in Seniors Life in the Talbot Settlement: An Oral History Project! Contact us at info@backuspagehouse.ca…

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Oral History Project: 1917 with Al McGregor 24:29

1+ y ago24:29

24:29

In today's episode we hear from historical fiction author, Al McGregor, on his book 1917: A Novel of The Great War. Al discusses the characters and setting of his book, important world events that he has incorporated in, World War One propaganda, and so much more! This podcast was taken during our Seniors Life in the Talbot Settlement Oral History …

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Oral History Project: Al McGregor 14:52

1+ y ago14:52

14:52

In this episode you will hear from Al McGregor, a participant of our Seniors Life in the Talbot Settlement: Oral History Project! In today's episode, Al shares his upbringing and how he got into broadcasting with CBC Television and Radio!

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Oral History Project: Duncan McTavish Part 2 27:29

1+ y ago27:29

27:29

In the last part of Duncan McTavish's interview we hear about farm life out west, ghost stories, and much more!

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Oral History Project: Duncan McTavish Part 1 29:01

1+ y ago29:01

29:01

In this episode you will hear from Duncan McTavish, a participant of our Seniors Life in the Talbot Settlement: Oral History Project! In this first episode, we learn about the Cowal Sale, Wiley Side Road, weather events of Dunwich and much more!

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Oral History Project: Kilmer Sisters Part 3 25:56

1+ y ago25:56

25:56

In this third and final part of Pat, Sandy, and Bev's oral history interview, they talk about canning, pranks, and haircuts gone wrong! If you would like to participate in our Oral History Project: Seniors Life in the Talbot Settlement, please contact us at info@backuspagehouse.ca

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Oral History Project: Kilmer Sisters Part 2 23:02

1+ y ago23:02

23:02

In part 2 of the Kilmer sisters oral history interview we talk about farm life, extracurriculars, the wonderful world of shopping and so much more! Stay tuned for part 3!

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