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Owen Sound | Ontario

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Home Town of Billy Bishop

Air Marshal William Avery “Billy” Bishop was the top-scoring Canadian and Imperial ace of World War 1, credited with 72 victories.

The Billy Bishop Museum was the childhood home of Victoria Cross recipient Billy Bishop.

The Victorian-style home was built in 1884 and is located in the heart of Owen Sound. Come take a step back in time and explore the lives of the Bishop Family and learn more about the story of the Canadian icon.

His modest gravesite can be visited in the city’s Greenwood Cemetery.

Photo: Jay Smith, CC BY-SA 3.0

 

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Owen Sound Marine-Rail Museum

This gem by the harbour is full of history, bringing you back to the days when Owen Sound was known as “the Chicago of the North.”

The museum’s official name is the “Community Waterfront Heritage Centre.” It is housed inside a historic 1932 CN Rail Station and has artifacts and archives such as working train models, a 1930s CNR caboose and a 1953 CNR train car.

The museum is wheelchair accessible; however, the caboose and CN Coach 4884 are not. Enjoy a picnic over the harbour after your visit!

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Tom Thomson

Home Town of Tom Thomson

Famous Canadian Artist Tom Thomson raised near Owen Sound. He grew up on the east shore of the bay, just a few kilometres north of Owen Sound in Leith.

In his short career, he produced nearly 400 oil sketches and 50 larger works on canvas. His work was almost entirely landscapes of trees, skies, lakes, and rivers. His work consisted of broad brush strokes and a liberal application of paint to capture the colour and beauty of the Ontario landscapes he set to recreate.

Owen Sound has a gallery named after Tom called the Tom Thomson Art Gallery. The Gallery houses a nationally significant collection of Thomson works and artifacts.

 

Don’t forget to visit Leith to fill the atmosphere where Tom grew up. He was buried in the village of Leith.

 

Although Tom died tragically shortly before the formation of the “Group of Seven”, he is considered to be a part of it as he had a significant influence on the group. His most famous piece is The Jack Pine which can be seen at the National Gallery of Canada in Ottawa.

Photo: Jay Smith / Rjsbird287, CC BY-SA 3.0

 

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Harrison Park

Often called the “jewel in the crown”, this beautiful park spans over 40 hectares and includes trails, playgrounds, gardens, green space, and streams.

The park also features a full-service campground, dining and recreation facilities, boat rentals, mini-golf, basketball courts and more! This all-in-one park is a great option for a family or couples to enjoy the park right in the heart of stunning Owen Sound. The park is home to many swans and their offspring and for a quarter you can buy and feed them corn at the duck pond! The park also connects to many popular trails including the Bruce Trail which is the longest footpath in all of Canada!

Photo: Kevin M Klerks from Inverhuron, CC BY 2.0

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Kelso Beach Park

The large sandy beach of Georgian Bay is great for swimming and walking. The park also features a splash pad for your little ones to enjoy!

The park is filled with green space, trees and views of the harbour. A playground, picnic tables and washrooms are also spread out throughout the park.

The park is home to a large amphitheatre that hosts events such as Summerfolk Music & Crafts Festival, Canada Day Celebrations and more!

  • 2nd Avenue West Owen Sound ON N4K 2H4 Canada
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Inglis Falls

There are many waterfalls within a short drive of Owen Sound.

Inglis Falls is the best-known and most visited waterfall in the area! The 18-metre cascade is created by the Sydenham River meeting the edge of the Niagara Escarpment. The extreme power of the water has gorged out a base in the falls and created this magnificent waterfall.

On a nice clear day, you can look down the valley and see Owen Sound and out to the Owen Sound Harbour.

Inglis Falls is located in the heart of the 200 hectares of Inglis Falls Conservation Area. Hiking trails, lookout towers and museums are situated around Inglis Falls for the whole family to enjoy.

Photo: Bryce Edwards from San Jose CA, CC BY 2.0

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Indian Falls

After a short hike on a marked trail, you’re greeted by a beautiful 15-meter-high waterfall that was formed from the erosion of soft Queenston shale beneath hard Manitoulin dolomite, similar to the way Niagara Falls is.

The hiking trail is 0.8 km to get to the waterfall and at the start of the trail is washrooms, ball diamonds, tennis courts and a playground. The trail to Indian Falls is considered difficult as there is steep inclines and rocky terrain. The horseshoe-shaped waterfall is well worth the hike and picture!

Photo: alltrails.com

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Jones Falls

The Jones Falls is smaller than the well-known Inglis Falls and Indian Falls but it not to be overlooked.

There are many hiking trails around the area and are lots to see! There is a bridge that spans over the river which makes it accessible to view the falls from above. You can also take a trail to the bottom of the falls to get a view that way! The falls are located on the 116 hectares of Pottawatomi Conservation.

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Hero of China Home Town

Dr. Norman Bethune’s statues and photographs of him can be found everywhere in China. More than 250 schools, hospitals and museums have been dedicated to him. Elementary school children read about him in their textbooks. In fact, his name is known more in China than in Canada.

Norman Bethune was born in Gravenhurst in 1890. He grew up in Owen Sound.

Norman was an alumnus of the Owen Sound Collegiate and Vocational Institute.

 

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