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Historicist: William Lyon Mackenzie King Fixes the Column

After he became prime minister, William Lyon Mackenzie King could finish what he started and improve the public memory of his grandfather.

By Dennis Duffy Nov. 4th, 12:46 pm

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Historicist: Fixing the Broken Column

William Lyon Mackenzie King encountered his grandfather's grave and decided that something just wasn't right.

By Dennis Duffy Oct. 28th, 12:00 pm

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Historicist: The Real Bandits in the Valley

By Dennis Duffy Sep. 30th, 12:00 pm

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Walking the Ward

Long regarded as simply a slum, the Ward neighbourhood in Toronto supported many immigrant communities over the years.

By Heritage Toronto Sep. 6th, 2:00 pm

Historicist: The Spicy Story of Toronto’s First Jewish Delicatessen

The Harris family brought good eats and smoked meats to the city.

By Ellen Scheinberg Aug. 26th, 12:00 pm

Historicist: The Man the Rocks Talked To

A.P. Coleman uncovered Toronto's prehistory, among other adventures.

By Dennis Duffy Aug. 19th, 12:00 pm

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The Spooky Story Behind the Gibraltar Point Lighthouse

One the oldest buildings in the city is home to eerie local lore about a murdered 19th-century lighthouse keeper.

By Erin Sylvester Aug. 17th, 2:40 pm

Out of the Closets, Into the Streets: Toronto’s LGBTQ History Walking Tour

Toronto's queer history isn't all in the Church and Wellesley Village.

By Heritage Toronto Aug. 15th, 2:00 pm

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Historicist: The Catalina Kid and the Black Shark

The world’s top marathon swimmers compete at the 1927 CNE.

By David Wencer Aug. 12th, 12:00 pm

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Historicist: Eden Smith and the Arrival of the Arts and Crafts Movement in Toronto

A key figure within the Canadian Arts and Crafts movement, and well-connected to the cultural elite, Toronto architect Eden Smith made a lasting impact on the urban fabric of the city.

By Adrian Gamble Jul. 22nd, 12:10 pm

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The Former Home of a Feminist Senator Was a Meeting Place for Women’s Groups

Women gathered at this address organizing to make sure gender equality was in the constitution.

By Erin Sylvester Jul. 6th, 5:15 pm

From Protests to Parades: A Walking Tour of Labour History on Spadina

Leftist groups, including communists, met at various halls and buildings on Spadina, attracting many radical thinkers.

By Heritage Toronto Jun. 26th, 5:00 pm

Historicist: The Caravan is on its Way

Torontonians travel the world—without leaving the city borders.

By David Wencer Jun. 24th, 12:13 pm

Grace Bagnato Spoke the Languages of New Immigrants

Now and Then explores the stories behind Toronto’s historical plaques and monuments.

By Erin Sylvester Jun. 13th, 10:15 am

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Historicist: How the ROM Became a World-Class Museum

After Sir Edmund Walker decided to make a museum, he needed to build a team of people dedicated to making the dream happen.

By Dennis Duffy Jun. 3rd, 12:00 pm

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Historicist: Sir Edmund Walker

How a boy from Hamilton became a banker, an art collector, and a museum founder.

By Dennis Duffy May. 27th, 12:00 pm

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The Story of Toronto’s First Jewish Congregation

Now and Then explores the stories behind Toronto’s historical plaques and monuments.

By Erin Sylvester May. 25th, 6:15 pm

Historicist: Mama Chikie Shakes Up the Clubs

Dora Drummond, better known as Mama Chikie, became a go-go-dancing sensation on Yonge Street at more than 65 years old.

By Chris Bateman May. 20th, 12:00 pm