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Then and Now shares historical photos and personal stories of past people, places, and events and connects them to their significance today. They are made possible through the continued support of Georgian International as part of our Community Leaders Program.

THEN AND NOW: The bands played on (8 photos)

THEN AND NOW: The bands played on (8 photos)

Barrie boasted numerous musical groups, including the Central Collegiate Band, Fig Leaf Jazz Band, and Central Dance Band
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THEN AND NOW: Hardware store thrived downtown

THEN AND NOW: Hardware store thrived downtown

J.R. Henderson's hardware store found success on Dunlop Street in late 1800s
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THEN AND NOW: Minesing School found new life after 1960

THEN AND NOW: Minesing School found new life after 1960

Though school closed for short time in the 1960s, the site has long history and downstairs bowling alley
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THEN AND NOW: Building remains fixture on 'Old Mill Road'

THEN AND NOW: Building remains fixture on 'Old Mill Road'

Many have come and gone at historic Bayfield Street structure
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THEN AND NOW: Recreating a classic photo of Maj. Rogers

THEN AND NOW: Recreating a classic photo of Maj. Rogers

Prominent Barrie resident had candid moment in 1903
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THEN AND NOW: Oddfellow, boxing trainer lived at John St. home

THEN AND NOW: Oddfellow, boxing trainer lived at John St. home

Over the years, this small dwelling has had modifications to the veranda and roof line, and hip roof dormer is now gone, but it's still every bit a delightful home
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THEN AND NOW: Bradford St. home housed longtime engineer

THEN AND NOW: Bradford St. home housed longtime engineer

Michael O'Connor and family resided in Gothic Revival farmhouse, which remains a sight to behold
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THEN AND NOW: Beverly Hall remains a striking sight

THEN AND NOW: Beverly Hall remains a striking sight

House at 142 Collingwood St. was built for dentist Charles Bosanko and his wife
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THEN AND NOW: 'Pleasant double home' has a rich history

THEN AND NOW: 'Pleasant double home' has a rich history

Semi-detached home on Innisfil Street has had many owners and occupants over the years and in on the municipal heritage register list
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THEN AND NOW: Growing on Dunlop St.

THEN AND NOW: Growing on Dunlop St.

Looking back at Brown and Company, which grew on Dunlop Street to become a benchmark
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