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The County of Haliburton Turns 150

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Learn more about the history of Haliburton County with these fantastic local history books!

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In Quest of Yesterday

by Reynolds, Nila

Book - 1973

A history of Haliburton County collected from direct interviews with many people from whom she obtained information and of research in tax rolls, old newspaper files, scrap books and minute books of councils school boards and church boards. A history of Haliburton County collected from direct interviews with many people from whom she obtained information and of research in tax rolls, old newspaper files, scrap books and minute books of councils school boards and church boards. Show less

A history of Haliburton County collected from direct interviews with many people from whom she obtained information and of research in tax rolls, old newspaper files, scrap books and minute books of councils school boards and church boards. A history of Haliburton County collected from direct interviews with many people from whom she obtained information and of research in tax rolls, old newspaper files, scrap books and minute books of councils school boards and church boards. Show less

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Whispering Pines

Whispering Pines

A Haliburton Heritage

by Hulbig, John S.

Book - 1993

A selection of poems written by the author celebrating the area known as Haliburton, part of Ontario's Cottage Country and based on stories handed down through the generations. A selection of poems written by the author celebrating the area known as Haliburton, part of Ontario's Cottage Country and based on stories handed down through the generations. Show less

A selection of poems written by the author celebrating the area known as Haliburton, part of Ontario's Cottage Country and based on stories handed down through the generations. A selection of poems written by the author celebrating the area known as Haliburton, part of Ontario's Cottage Country and based on stories handed down through the generations. Show less

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Haliburton by Rail and the I.B.&O

Haliburton by Rail and the I.B.&O

by Wilkins, Taylor

Book - 1992

A history of the development of railroads in the Haliburton district. Includes several historic photos. A history of the development of railroads in the Haliburton district. Includes several historic photos. Show less

A history of the development of railroads in the Haliburton district. Includes several historic photos. A history of the development of railroads in the Haliburton district. Includes several historic photos. Show less

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More Facts and Legends of Haliburton County

by Haliburton Highlands Secondary School

Book - 1972

A collection of stories submitted by Highschool students, based on interviews with people throughout the County. A collection of stories submitted by Highschool students, based on interviews with people throughout the County. Show less

A collection of stories submitted by Highschool students, based on interviews with people throughout the County. A collection of stories submitted by Highschool students, based on interviews with people throughout the County. Show less

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Haliburton

Haliburton

A History in Pictures

Book - 2008

A selection of photos from the Haliburton Highlands Museum collection. A selection of photos from the Haliburton Highlands Museum collection. Show less

A selection of photos from the Haliburton Highlands Museum collection. A selection of photos from the Haliburton Highlands Museum collection. Show less

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A Hospital of Our Own

The History of the Haliburton Hospital

by Gammon, Martha Perkins

Book - 1987

A booklet focusing on the early years of the Haliburton hospital, the people who thought it was necessary and the experiences they had in tough times to keep it open. A booklet focusing on the early years of the Haliburton hospital, the people who thought it was necessary and the experiences they had in tough times to keep it open. Show less

A booklet focusing on the early years of the Haliburton hospital, the people who thought it was necessary and the experiences they had in tough times to keep it open. A booklet focusing on the early years of the Haliburton hospital, the people who thought it was necessary and the experiences they had in tough times to keep it open. Show less

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Haliburton in Highland Ontario

Haliburton in Highland Ontario

by Barnes, Michael

Book - 2009

Today the third largest county in the province, part of Central Highlands of Ontario, Haliburton has found recognition by travellers from across the conti...Show more Today the third largest county in the province, part of Central Highlands of Ontario, Haliburton has found recognition by travellers from across the continent. Its rocks, dense forest, and numerous lakes and small, fast-flowing rivers are a boon to city dwellers who yearn for the solitude and beauty of this region not four hours' drive north from Toronto. This is a welcoming view of the past of Haliburton, its pleasant present and its promising future. Show less

Today the third largest county in the province, part of Central Highlands of Ontario, Haliburton has found recognition by travellers from across the conti...Show more Today the third largest county in the province, part of Central Highlands of Ontario, Haliburton has found recognition by travellers from across the continent. Its rocks, dense forest, and numerous lakes and small, fast-flowing rivers are a boon to city dwellers who yearn for the solitude and beauty of this region not four hours' drive north from Toronto. This is a welcoming view of the past of Haliburton, its pleasant present and its promising future. Show less

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Generation to Generation

Generation to Generation

Haliburton County Seniors Tell Their Stories

by Green, Marjorie Ludlow

Book - 2007

(2007) Interviews with residents of Haliburton County, over the age of 70, as collected and written by grade twelve students from Haliburton Highlands Secondary School. (2007) Interviews with residents of Haliburton County, over the age of 70, as collected and written by grade twelve students from Haliburton Highlands Secondary School. Show less

(2007) Interviews with residents of Haliburton County, over the age of 70, as collected and written by grade twelve students from Haliburton Highlands Secondary School. (2007) Interviews with residents of Haliburton County, over the age of 70, as collected and written by grade twelve students from Haliburton Highlands Secondary School. Show less

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Building A River...following A Dream, Minden Gull River Project

Building A River...following A Dream, Minden Gull River Project

The Roger Parsons Story

Book - 2012

A scrapbook which outlines Roger Parsons' monumental accomplishment in developing the Gull River Whitewater and adjoining Minden Wild Water Preserve. A scrapbook which outlines Roger Parsons' monumental accomplishment in developing the Gull River Whitewater and adjoining Minden Wild Water Preserve. Show less

A scrapbook which outlines Roger Parsons' monumental accomplishment in developing the Gull River Whitewater and adjoining Minden Wild Water Preserve. A scrapbook which outlines Roger Parsons' monumental accomplishment in developing the Gull River Whitewater and adjoining Minden Wild Water Preserve. Show less

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Highlights of Haliburton's Past

by Haliburton County Information Centre

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An expose of the first settlers' many struggles to achieve a community of growth and prosperity. Photos. An expose of the first settlers' many struggles to achieve a community of growth and prosperity. Photos. Show less

An expose of the first settlers' many struggles to achieve a community of growth and prosperity. Photos. An expose of the first settlers' many struggles to achieve a community of growth and prosperity. Photos. Show less

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Centennial

Haliburton Village, 1864-1974, Haliburton County, 1874-1974

by Curry, Ronald J.

Book - 1974

100 years of history of Haliburton Village and Haliburton County, compiled by the Rotary Club. Photos. 100 years of history of Haliburton Village and Haliburton County, compiled by the Rotary Club. Photos. Show less

100 years of history of Haliburton Village and Haliburton County, compiled by the Rotary Club. Photos. 100 years of history of Haliburton Village and Haliburton County, compiled by the Rotary Club. Photos. Show less

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Haliburton Highlands

by Bishop, Christopher

Book - 1989

A picture guide through the Highlands, sharing the unique beauty in colour photographs. A picture guide through the Highlands, sharing the unique beauty in colour photographs. Show less

A picture guide through the Highlands, sharing the unique beauty in colour photographs. A picture guide through the Highlands, sharing the unique beauty in colour photographs. Show less

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The Evolution of the Mapping of Haliburton County

by Ryan, Robert Paul

Book - 1978

Changes through time in the use of the Haliburton County landscape have resulted in the production of numerous maps which depict the new knowledge obtaine...Show more Changes through time in the use of the Haliburton County landscape have resulted in the production of numerous maps which depict the new knowledge obtained through increased human activity within the county. This thesis examines some of the maps pertinent to Haliburton County in area and the need for graphic portrayal of it and the county. Spans mid-seventeenth century to 1978. Show less

Changes through time in the use of the Haliburton County landscape have resulted in the production of numerous maps which depict the new knowledge obtaine...Show more Changes through time in the use of the Haliburton County landscape have resulted in the production of numerous maps which depict the new knowledge obtained through increased human activity within the county. This thesis examines some of the maps pertinent to Haliburton County in area and the need for graphic portrayal of it and the county. Spans mid-seventeenth century to 1978. Show less

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Miners' Bay Lodge

The First Fifty Years

by Wunker, Russell J.

Book - 1987

History of the lodge from 1938-1987, with photographs, guest quotes and guest lists. History of the lodge from 1938-1987, with photographs, guest quotes and guest lists. Show less

History of the lodge from 1938-1987, with photographs, guest quotes and guest lists. History of the lodge from 1938-1987, with photographs, guest quotes and guest lists. Show less

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Lure of the Lakes: Celebrating 75 Years on the Halls & Hawk Lakes

Lure of the Lakes: Celebrating 75 Years on the Halls & Hawk Lakes

by Hamilton, Joan

Book - 2021

Collected stories from members of the Halls Hawk Lake Property Owners Association. Colour photographs. Collected stories from members of the Halls Hawk Lake Property Owners Association. Colour photographs. Show less

Collected stories from members of the Halls Hawk Lake Property Owners Association. Colour photographs. Collected stories from members of the Halls Hawk Lake Property Owners Association. Colour photographs. Show less

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Muskoka and Haliburton 1615-1875

A Collection of Documents

by Murray, Florence B.

Book - 1963

Almost no original documents illustrative of the history of the Muskoka-Haliburton area have been published, comparatively little has been written about i...Show more Almost no original documents illustrative of the history of the Muskoka-Haliburton area have been published, comparatively little has been written about it, and much that has been written was based on hearsay. This volume will provide historians with some of the basic documents and references necessary for an accurate history of the district. It will provide the first known mention of many a lake, river, or falls, and describe the land before the lumberman and settlers destroyed the original forest. Show less

Almost no original documents illustrative of the history of the Muskoka-Haliburton area have been published, comparatively little has been written about i...Show more Almost no original documents illustrative of the history of the Muskoka-Haliburton area have been published, comparatively little has been written about it, and much that has been written was based on hearsay. This volume will provide historians with some of the basic documents and references necessary for an accurate history of the district. It will provide the first known mention of many a lake, river, or falls, and describe the land before the lumberman and settlers destroyed the original forest. Show less

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History Of The Provisional County Of Haliburton

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Material dealing with lumbering, agriculture, etc. within the general region of Haliburton. Material dealing with lumbering, agriculture, etc. within the general region of Haliburton. Show less

Material dealing with lumbering, agriculture, etc. within the general region of Haliburton. Material dealing with lumbering, agriculture, etc. within the general region of Haliburton. Show less

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