Born in Collingwood before it was even a town, Captain James McNabb grew up alongside the waters that would shape his remarkable life. In this episode we explore the story of Captain McNabb, a lifelong Great Lakes mariner whose career was filled with legendary adventures, hard-earned experience, and unforgettable moments on the water.

Following the story we give the listeners a glimpse into some exciting changes coming soon to the museum and we begin the new year with a few well deserved thanks!

Episode Picture:

Fishing shacks dot Collingwood’s shore in the 1870s [Collingwood Museum Collection, X973.582.1]

Research:

McNabb, James. Short Stories of Vessel Days on the Great Lakes, by Land and Water. c. 1910

Sandell, Marion. Keepers of the Light. The Print Shop Colingwood Ltd. 1993.

The Collingwood Bulletin. Nov. 20, 1913.

Links:

https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/il59H0nmjZb

This episode takes a deep and thoughtful journey through the history of Collingwood Collegiate Institute, from its beginnings in the mid-1800s to the vibrant school community we know today. Whether you walked the halls yourself or simply love learning about Collingwood’s past, this episode reminds us how a school can anchor a community.

Following the story we invite our listeners to consider supporting the work of the museum in making Collingwood’s history accessible to everyone. Donations help us protect artifacts, develop meaningful exhibits and provide hands-on educational programs.

Episode Picture:

Collingwood Collegiate Institute, 1874-1923 [CollingwoodMuseum Collection, X976.622.1]

Research:

Collingwood Collegiate – A History – 1857-1993

Collingwood Enterprise January 7, 1926.

Enterprise Bulletin. April 1, 1954.

https://www.collingwoodtoday.ca/local-news/after-2-high-schools-confirmed-in-wasaga-trustee-pushing-for-cci-replacement-10793471

Links:“The Museum that Wasn’t” Season 1 Episode 23.https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/V6tI9yvGAYb

“Coming Home ... Again” Season 1 Episode 16.https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/X2a02CvGAYb

As we open on the month of remembrance, this episode shares one soldier’s extraordinary experience during the Second World War. It serves as a moving reminder that those who served were, for the most part, everyday sons and daughters, husbands and wives, and friends and neighbours who faced unimaginable circumstances with courage and resilience.

Following the story we invite the listeners to join us on the Museum grounds on Tuesday November 11 not only for the town's annual Remembrance Day service, but for a special tour of the grounds and their history of those who served our town and our nation.

We also invite everyone to join us later in the month for a joint evening at the Collingwood Legion for a special collector's event. The event takes place in the Legion's Military Museum on Wednesday November 19 from 7-8:30 pm and is a wonderful opportunity to share personal stories and find out a little more history of those medals and military items your family may have sitting at home.

Episode Picture:Cenotaph Ceremony sometime between 1932 and 1965 [Collingwood Museum Collection X2014.47.1]

Research:

https://48thhighlanders.ca/actions/lamone-crossing/

Collingwood Public Library Historical Files

https://legionmagazine.com/operation-chuckle-no-laughing-matter-army-part-87/

https://www.assoknowledge.org/freedom-for-italy/operation-chuckle-and-1st-canadian-corps

Links:

"An Officer, A Gentleman, and a Spy" Season 4 Episode 3 https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/LNlZQoB1PXb

"Letters to Mother" Season 3 Episode 3 https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/2nSZVVH1PXb

"The Ridgway Brothers" Season 2 Episode 3 https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/dtWyR9K1PXb

"Coming Home ... Again" Season 1 Episode 16 https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/QRW7EEO1PXb