by Waterfront Heritage | Jun 9, 2026 | Ships in Owen Sound
Owen Sound’s harbour was recently busier than usual as three tugboats and barges dropped in. On June 5, the tugboat John D. was the first to arrive, tying up near a barge that had recently been assembled for the incoming tugboats. The John D. was followed on June 6th...
by Waterfront Heritage | Jun 9, 2026 | Ships in Owen Sound
Owen Sound had its first shipment of the season on May 30th. The Ontario Venture arrived in the harbour at sunrise to unload grain at the grain elevator. On top of being the first shipment of the season, it was also the ship’s first visit in Owen Sound. The Ontario...
by Waterfront Heritage | Jun 9, 2026 | Programs & Events
Join us on Saturdays at Greenwood Cemetery for Sailors Grave Stories. This guided tour will take guests through the cemetery with stops at the graves of Owen Sound’s greatest ship captains and other sites like the Potter’s Field Memorial. 📅 Saturdays starting June 20...
by Waterfront Heritage | Jun 6, 2026 | Programs & Events
All aboard for Tea on the Train! This summer, we will be hosting three teas aboard Coach 4884. Each tea will feature desserts from the Reach Centre and a presentation about a new historical topic. This year’s teas are: 📅July 23 | Today’s Visitors: Modern...
by Waterfront Heritage | Jun 6, 2026 | Programs & Events
Learn about the history of Owen Sound’s waterfront with the return of our Heritage Harbour Walks! From the earliest ships to the end of the railways, this 45-minute walking tour is a great way to hear the city’s stories while taking in the waterfront...
