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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 our Community Leaders Program.


THEN AND NOW: Nomadic tobogganers searched for thrills

THEN AND NOW: Nomadic tobogganers searched for thrills

'It doesn’t get more urban (or bold!) than tobogganing down a laneway off one of the busiest streets in town'
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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