Generated by All in One SEO Pro v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # GeorgetownOn Magazine Magazine of Halton Hills community. ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.georgetownon.ca/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Fred Helson and the Helson Gallery. Georgetown’s Artistic Heartbeat](https://www.georgetownon.ca/the-helson-gallery-georgetowns-artistic-heartbeat) - The Helson Gallery in Georgetown was named after Fred Helson, Georgetown lawyer and supporter of the arts, who donated his private collection of paintings... - [Acton was Adamsville and Dansville. History Since 1825](https://www.georgetownon.ca/acton-proudly-rooted-in-history-since-1825) - For almost 150 years this place has been called Acton. It was 1844 when Robert Swan, our first postmaster, suggested this name to replace "Adamsville" - [Wilbur Lake. The History of the vanished pond in Georgetown](https://www.georgetownon.ca/the-history-of-the-vanished-wilbur-lake-in-georgetown) - Wilbur Lake (sometimes spelled Wilber Lake) was a small, man-made pond in the heart of Georgetown, Ontario, formed along Silver Creek in the early 19th century. - [The Greatest Sporting Achievements in Halton Hills, 1890–2026](https://www.georgetownon.ca/the-greatest-sporting-achievements-in-halton-hills-1890-2026) - The 10 Greatest Sporting Achievements in Halton Hills History. Ontario. Hockey, basketball, Gymnastic, Lacrosse, Athletics and Horse Racing, Bowling, swimming - [What do blue and white blaze marks of the Bruce Trail mean?](https://www.georgetownon.ca/blaze-marks-bruce-trail) - What blue and white blaze marks of the Bruce Trail mean? Philip Gosling, one of the four founders of the Bruce Trail, marked the first blaze marks in July 1962 - [Books about the history of Georgetown and Halton Hills](https://www.georgetownon.ca/books-about-the-history-of-georgetown-and-halton-hills) - Books about the history of Georgetown and Halton Hills, Acton, The Barber Dynamo, Glen Williams from the best historical website Esquesing Historical Society. - [Cheltenham Badlands. Fascinating red landscape like on Mars in Ontario](https://www.georgetownon.ca/cheltenham-badlands-red-earth-400-million-years-old) - Cheltenham Badlands. This distinctive and seemingly badlands landscape in Caledon was formed at the bottom of an ancient sea more than 400 million years ago. - [Silver Creek. History of the lost hamlet dates to 1849.](https://www.georgetownon.ca/silver-creek-history-of-the-lost-hamlet) - Silver Creek. Ontario. Halton Hills. The history of village begins about 1849. In 1850 John Graham opened a saw and gristmill with the creek as its power source - [The original name of the Credit River was as Missinnihe, the Trusting Creek](https://www.georgetownon.ca/how-credit-river-in-ontario-got-its-name) - Credit River. The name comes from the time when the Mississauga First Nations people that lived in this area traded fur with the French traders. - [The History of Limehouse, Ontario: A Lime-Burning Village in Halton Hills](https://www.georgetownon.ca/history-of-limehouse-ontario) - Discover the history of Limehouse, Ontario: a 19th-century lime-burning village in Halton Hills. It's the kilns, the railway, the 1893 fire, and the conservation area you can hike today. - [John Macdonald. The Man Who Made Canada Day Possible](https://www.georgetownon.ca/john-macdonald-the-man-who-made-canada-day-possible) - Sir John Macdonald, the Man Who Made Canada Day Possible. Every year on July 1, Canadians gather to celebrate Canada Day with flags waving, fireworks lighting - [Terra Cotta's history dates to 1822, by the Credit River full of salmon](https://www.georgetownon.ca/history-of-terra-cotta) - The first settlers of Terra Cotta were Kenny and McCombs in 1822. In 1855 Henry Tucker bought 40 acres and built the first mill here. Conservation Area in 1960 - [Terra Cotta Trails at the Conservation Area est. 1958](https://www.georgetownon.ca/terra-cotta-trails) - Rod Clancy to create a summer park, which eventually became the Terra Cotta Conservation Area in 1958. Credit Valley Conservation Authority. - [Canada Day! July 1st
Fly the flag for Canada!
Our home and native land.](https://www.georgetownon.ca/canada-day-fly-the-flag-for-canada) - Canada Day is the national day of Canada. A federal statutory holiday, it celebrates the anniversary of Canadian Confederation which occurred on July 1, 1867 - [Glen Willimas 1825. The history of unique treasure in Halton Hills](https://www.georgetownon.ca/glen-williams-history-dates-back-to-1825) - The history of Glen Williams began in 1825. This year, Benajah Williams and his wife, brought their large family to lot 21, concession 10, Esquesing Township. - [Glen Williams. One of the most picturesque villages in Ontario](https://www.georgetownon.ca/glen-williams-one-of-the-most-picturesque-villages-in-ontario) - Glen Williams is one the most beautiful villages in Ontario. The Williams Mill is home to many visual artist and is a major draw to the area. - [William Alexander Stephens: Pioneer Poet of Ontario in Norval](https://www.georgetownon.ca/william-alexander-stephens-pioneer-poet-of-ontario-in-norval) - William Alexander Stephens (1809 – 1891) was an Irish-Canadian poet, teacher, journalist, customs officer. “Poet of Canada West. Lived in Norval. - [John Forster. Canadian portrait painter and landscape artist born in Norval](https://www.georgetownon.ca/john-forster-canadian-portrait-painter-and-landscape-artist-born-in-norval) - John Wycliffe Lowes Forster (1850–1938) was a prominent Canadian portrait painter and landscape artist. Born on December 31, 1850, in Norval, Ontario. - [Georgetown railway station has been operating since 1855](https://www.georgetownon.ca/short-history-of-the-georgetown-railway-station) - The Railway Station was designed by GTR chief engineer Francis Thompson. It was built between 1855 and 1856 by the Grand Trunk Railway, Casimir Gzowski. - [The Earliest Schools of Halton Hills. Acton, Georgetown, Limehouse, Stewarttown etc.](https://www.georgetownon.ca/the-earliest-schools-of-halton-hills-acton-georgetown-limehouse-stewarttown-etc) - First Schools in Halton Hills: From Log Cabins to Brick Buildings. Acton, Georgetown, Limehouse, Stewarttown, Chronological Overview of the Earliest Schools - [Festivals and Events in Halton Hills 2026](https://www.georgetownon.ca/festivals-and-events-in-halton-hills-2026) - Festivals and Events in Halton Hills 2026. The most important festivals and events of 2026, held in all parts of Halton Hills. - [Georgetown Memorial Arena was built in 1922 and the famous hockey players of Halton Hills](https://www.georgetownon.ca/georgetown-memorial-arena-was-built-in-1922-for-27000) - Georgetown Memorial Arena is gone now but did you know that it was built in 1922 to replace to replace the natural skating rink - the Wilber Lake - [The famous Brain Brewery sold beer with 80% alcohol content](https://www.georgetownon.ca/the-famous-brain-brewery-sold-beer-with-80-alcohol-content) - The famous Brain Brewery was founded in 1832. The owner was Englishman John Brain. After the proclamation of prohibition (1916–1927), the brewery was closed. - [Ashgrove. The Historic Hamlet and Samuel Watkins is probably the best known pioneer](https://www.georgetownon.ca/ashgrove-the-historic-hamlet) - Ashgrove has been the hub of a thriving community since 1820. It was first known as Leonard's Corners after Edward Leonard, who purchased property ... - [Papertown - that’s what Georgetown used to be called back in the days](https://www.georgetownon.ca/papertown-thats-what-georgetown-used-to-be-called) - The story of Georgetown’s nickname, Papertown, is deeply tied to the rise and eventual decline of its once-thriving paper industry, centred on the Barber family. - [Churchill: The Highest Point in Halton Hills](https://www.georgetownon.ca/churchill-the-highest-point-in-halton-hills) - The highest peak in the Halton Hills, we will find ourselves at 414 metres, 1358 feet at the Churchill Community Church, just outside Acton. - [Crawford Lake. Historical unique Iroquoian village in Canada](https://www.georgetownon.ca/crawford-lake-iroquoian-village-history) - Crawford Lake, located near Milton in Ontario, is a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, At the center of the lake lies a reconstructed Unique Iroquoian village - [Stewarttown: A Deeply Rooted History (Since 1819)](https://www.georgetownon.ca/stewarttown-a-deeply-rooted-history-since-1819) - For more than 140 years, Stewarttown proudly held the title of the capital of the Esquesing Township. What was life in Stewarttown back then? Find out. - [The Old Armoury. From Military Roots to the Home of Georgetown’s Globe Theatre](https://www.georgetownon.ca/the-old-armoury-from-military-roots-to-the-home-of-georgetowns-globe-theatre) - The Old Armoury is a wood frame post and beam structure of approximately 5,000 square feet which was built by the village of Georgetown in 1866. - [Main Street in Georgetown in colourized, historical photos](https://www.georgetownon.ca/main-street-in-georgetown-in-colourized-historical-photos) - Main Street in Georgetown, Ontario, is the historic core of this charming community. 200 years of history in colourized historical photos. - [Ontario’s Trillium: The history behind the iconic symbol of Ontario](https://www.georgetownon.ca/trillium-official-emblem-ontario) - White trillium is the official emblem of Ontario since March 25, 1937 Explore history of trillium from its origins to adoption as the province’s official emblem - [Georgetown's Dominion Seed House and Old Seed House Garden](https://www.georgetownon.ca/dominion-seed-house-georgetown-seed-house-garden) - Dominion Seed House was a legendary company in Georgetown. Founded by W. Bradley in 1928, it became known across Canada as the largest mail-order seed store - [What are the first plants to bloom in the Spring in Ontario? Top early native wildflowers](https://www.georgetownon.ca/what-are-the-first-plants-to-bloom-in-spring-in-ontario-top-early-native-wildflowers) - What are the first plants to bloom in the Spring in Ontario? Hepatica and Bloodroot lead the pack as reliable harbingers of warmer days. Keep an eye on local trails... - [Hotel McGibbon, the Clark Hotel: A Landmark with 150 Years of History](https://www.georgetownon.ca/hotel-mcgibbon-and-the-clark-hotel-a-landmark-with-150-years-of-history) - The hotel McGibbon was an integral part of Georgetown's history for over 150 years, evolving from a 19th-century traveler's stop to a modern condo memorial. - [Silver Creek Falls. The place where the sawmill and grist mill were built](https://www.georgetownon.ca/silver-creek-falls-the-place-where-the-sawmill-and-grist-mill-were-built) - Silver Creek The area between present day Acton and Georgetown was once home to mills, taverns general stores stone quarries and of course, lumber operations - [The history of Georgetown began in 1781](https://www.georgetownon.ca/the-history-of-georgetown-begins-in-1781-in-ontario) - In 1781 the British Government started purchasing land from the Mississauga NationCharles The name Georgetown was named after one of his sons George. - [Birds of Ontario and Halton Hills. The most common species.](https://www.georgetownon.ca/birds-of-ontario-and-halton-hills-the-most-common-species) - Birds of Ontario and Halton Hills. Here is a brief guide to the birds you can see in our area. If you want to know more, we recommend the several books. - [The Old Armoury in Georgetown. 100th Anniversary of WW1](https://www.georgetownon.ca/old-armoury-in-georgetown-100th-anniversary-of-ww1-what-heppened-in-august-1914) - The Old Armoury in Georgetown. They were all volunteers who were landowners, farmers, shopkeepers, craftsmen, businessmen and even politicians. - [Hungry Hollow. Hiking, Biking & More. Nature's Hidden Gem in Georgetown](https://www.georgetownon.ca/hungry-hollow-trail-georgetown) - Hungry Hollow trail runs along the Silver Creek branch of the Credit River, nestled in a valley to the south of Georgetown. - [200 years of Glen Williams - one of the most picturesque villages in Ontario](https://www.georgetownon.ca/200-years-of-glen-williams-one-of-the-most-picturesque-villages-in-ontario) - Glen Williams is celebrating 200 years! A day of celebrations, historical re-enactments, carnival and games was start on September 27, 2025. - [Head For The Hills 2022. Georgetown's Craft Beverage Festival. Photos](https://www.georgetownon.ca/2022-head-for-the-hills-georgetowns-craft-beer-festival) - Head for the Hills is a day of craft beer & cider sampling, gourmet food, and live music in the beautiful countryside. - [Maple Syrup: The history of Canada’s sweetest tradition](https://www.georgetownon.ca/maple-syrup-history-of-canadian-tradition) - Maple syrup is produced only in the northeastern part of North America. The kind of maple primarily used to make maple syrup is the Sugar Maple. - [The Georgetown Boys. The long journey to Canada](https://www.georgetownon.ca/georgetown-boys-journey-canada) - The Georgetown Boys. In 1920s, the Canadian Armenian Relief Association was formed to gather information about Armenian children who survived the genocide. - [Don't litter! How long does it take for plastics to decompose in nature?](https://www.georgetownon.ca/dont-litter-how-long-does-it-take-for-plastics-to-decompose-in-nature) - People who throw garbage (glass bottles, PVC etc) in nature are selfish, inconsiderate pieces of stupid people. My comfort is everything else that lives here - [War Memorials and Remembrance Parks in Halton Hills](https://www.georgetownon.ca/war-memorials-and-remembrance-parks-in-halton-hills) - War Memorials and Remembrance Parks in Halton Hills. First tThe original memorial was erected in 1920, in memory of the local men who died in the Great War. - [Georgetown's Barber Mill Dynamo, 1888. The first long-distance transmission of hydro power in North America.](https://www.georgetownon.ca/barber-mill-dynamo-georgetown-first-in-america) - Georgetown. The Barber Mill Dynamo was built in 1888 and transmitted power via two wires up to the Barber Paper Mill located on River Road, about 3km away. - [The 1942 Ford Fire Truck: A Wartime Legacy in Georgetown, Ontario](https://www.georgetownon.ca/the-1942-ford-fire-truck-a-wartime-legacy-in-georgetown-ontario) - 1942 Ford fire engine from Town of Halton Hills. The 1942 Ford Fire Truck was purchased by Halton Hills in the 1940s and served the community for many years. - [Lucy Maud Montgomery. Discover her hidden Life in Norval](https://www.georgetownon.ca/lucy-maud-montgomery-discover-her-hidden-life-in-norval) - Lucy Maud Montgomery (1874 – 1942). World famous author spent 9 years of her life in Norval together with her husband - the reverend at the local church. - [History of Norval. The earliest settler arrived about 1818](https://www.georgetownon.ca/history-of-norval-the-earliest-settler-arrived-about-1818) - The modern history of Norval begins on the 28th October, 1818. The earliest settler, Loyalist Alexander McNab and family, arrived about 1820. - [Scotsdale Farm's history dates to 1938. The Bennetts and their legendary breeds.](https://www.georgetownon.ca/scotsdale-farm-history) - The Scotsdale Farm was established in 1938, when Violet and Stewart Bennett purchased the 200-acre property and settled in the area near Georgetown. - [Magical fall colours at Scotsdale Farm, Halton Hills](https://www.georgetownon.ca/scotsdale-farm-georgetown-magical-colors-autumn) - Scotsdale Farm is one of the most beautiful spots in Halton Hills and favourite spot for photographers and filmmakers. 531 acres of rolling hills, woodlands. - [Dorothy Stone - artist who designed the Halton Hills Coat of Arms](https://www.georgetownon.ca/dorothy-stone) - Dorothy Stone designed the Coat of Arms for Halton Hills, Halton Region, Milton, and Burlington that are still being used to this day. - [Famous paintings of Glen Williams by Alfred Joseph Casson, member of the Group of Seven](https://www.georgetownon.ca/famous-paintings-of-glen-williams-by-alfred-joseph-casson-member-of-the-group-of-seven) - Famous paintings of Glen Williams by Alfred Joseph Casson is The Street In Glen Williams from 1938. It even sold for $542,800. - [Scotsdale Farm, home of old-growth forest and Ontario’s oldest trees](https://www.georgetownon.ca/scotsdale-farm-oldest-trees-georgetown) - Scottsdale Farm is situated north of Georgetown. This heritage property is a popular hiking spot where you can see some of the oldest trees - over 250 years old - [Snowbirds salute Halton Hills and Georgetown](https://www.georgetownon.ca/snowbirds-salute-halton-hills-and-georgetown) - Snowbirds salute Halton Hills and Georgetown. Canada’s Most Patriotic Town. August 31 2017. - [Hilltop Tree Care. Expert Tree Maintenance You Can Trust](https://www.georgetownon.ca/hilltop-tree-care-is-the-arborist-of-choice-in-the-halton-hills-area) - Hilltop Tree Care specializes in the maintenance and well being of your trees. The owner, Jason Morris, is a professional Arborist. - [Limehouse trails. Rock crevices at the site of the historic limestone kilns](https://www.georgetownon.ca/limehouse-trails-rock-crevices) - The beautiful trails with rock cracks, climbing the ladders at the Limehouse Conservation Area, wonderful trail with limestone kilns and ruins. - [Rattlesnake Point. High rocks with beautiful views of Niagara Escarpment.](https://www.georgetownon.ca/rattlesnake-point-cliffs-views-niagara-escarpment) - Rattlesnake Point is one of the most beautiful spots in Southern Ontario. Popular rock climbing spot and features breathtaking views of the Niagara Escarpment. - [Ghost of Jimmy still protects the Acton Town Hall](https://www.georgetownon.ca/ghost-of-jimmy-still-protects-the-acton-town-hall) - Acton Town Hall The historic site boasts modern amenities with antique charm The perfect place to hosts variety of events: weddings, anniversaries and much more - [Devastating ice storm in Georgetown, Ontario, 2013](https://www.georgetownon.ca/devastating-ice-storm-in-georgetown-ontario-2013) - Freezing rain begun to fall on Halton Hils on December 20, 2013. Over 30mm of ice covered the trees and hydro lines. Much of the town was left without power - [Kelso. Cliffs with the most beautiful views of Niagara Escarpment.](https://www.georgetownon.ca/kelso-cliffs-views-of-niagara-escarpment) - Kelso is a distinctive part of the Niagara Escarpment. There is a trail that runs along the escarpment that offers very nice views of the landscape. - [Scotsdale Farm. Frozen in time and cold Canadian winter](https://www.georgetownon.ca/scotsdale-farm-frozen-landscape) - Trails in winter near Georgetown. Frozen in time and cold Canadian winter the Scotsdale Farm is glowing in the beauty of ice and snow. - [The Fenian Raids in Ontario (1865–1871) and Georgetown](https://www.georgetownon.ca/the-fenian-raids-in-ontario-1865-1871-and-georgetown) - Fenian Raids. The Fenian Brotherhood was an Irish-American revolutionary group aiming to capture Canadian territory to pressure Britain / Ireland independence. - [Rockwood limestone cliffs, caves and glacial potholes](https://www.georgetownon.ca/rockwood-ontario-potholes) - Towering limestone cliffs, caves and glacial potholes, including one of the world's largest, are a few of the natural wonders at Rockwood. - [Halton Hills celebrates 50th birthday. Do you know the history?](https://www.georgetownon.ca/halton-hills-celebrates-50th-birthday-history) - The Town of Halton Hills was born on Jan. 1, 1974 by amalgamating Georgetown, Acton and Esquesing township and all their little hamlets into the municipality of Halton Hills. - [Scotsdale Farm - attractive film location. What movies were filmed there?](https://www.georgetownon.ca/scotsdale-farm-what-movies-were-filmed-here) - Scotsdale Farm is a popular filming location with its rolling fields, historic barns, woodlands, along the Niagara Escarpment. Films: Reacher, Fahrenheit 451. - [Hilton Falls. Trails in enchanting nature with unique history](https://www.georgetownon.ca/hilton-falls-trail-nature-history) - Hilton Falls is a pleasant area for small hikes. The center of the area is not only a small lake and streams, and waterfall, about 10m high. - [Dufferin Quarry Bridge. Unique views of the Niagara Escarpment. Trail](https://www.georgetownon.ca/dufferin-quarry-bridge-unique-views-of-the-niagara-escarpment) - Dufferin Quarry Bridge. The unique views of the Niagara Escarpment. The Restoration Side Trail. The scenic overlooks of the city skylines like Mississauga. - [Georgetown Farmers’ Market is the highlight of community life](https://www.georgetownon.ca/georgetown-farmers-market) - Georgetown Farmers’ Market Since 1993. Every Saturday 8:00am - 12:30pm / June - October / every year Main & Mill Street - Georgetown, Ontario - [St. Elias The Prophet church. Ukrainian architectural wooden jewel](https://www.georgetownon.ca/st-elias-the-prophet-church-ukrainian-architectural-gem-built-of-wood) - Steeped in the Byzantine Ukrainian tradition of wooden architecture St.Elias has been constructed according to an architectural style known as “Boyko”. - [Canada Day 2023. Celebration of our history, culture and achievements](https://www.georgetownon.ca/canada-day-2023-celebration-of-our-history-culture-and-achievements) - Canadians across the country celebrate Canada Day their history, nation, culture and achievements. This day has been celebrated since July 1, 1868 - [Silver Creek. Rocks, cliffs, pond, sunny forests, lookouts spots](https://www.georgetownon.ca/silver-creek-rocks-cliffs-pond-sunny-forests) - Silver Creek with lookout spots offer spectacular views of the escarpment especially in the fall when all the leaves change colours. 14 kilometres of trails. - [Head For The Hills 2023. Georgetown's Craft Beverage Festival (photos)](https://www.georgetownon.ca/head-for-the-hills-2023-georgetowns-craft-beverage-festival-photos) - Georgetown's Craft Beverage Festival is a day of craft beer & cider sampling, gourmet food, and live music in the beautiful countryside. - [Boston Presbyterian Church. More than 200 years of history](https://www.georgetownon.ca/boston-presbyterian-church-more-than-200-years-of-history) - Boston Presbyterian Churchbegan to be built in 1824, when land was purchased from Andrew Laidlaw for a cemetery and a wooden church, which was built in 1835. - [Head For The Hills 2019. Georgetown's Craft Beverage Festival. Photos](https://www.georgetownon.ca/head-for-the-hills-georgetowns-craft-beer-festival) - Head For The Hills. Georgetown's Craft Beverage Festival with over 30 craft beers to taste, one of the most popular festivals in Halton Hills - [Canada Day 2022. This time after 155 years.](https://www.georgetownon.ca/canada-day-2022-this-time-after-155-years) - After two years of political pandemonium, the famous Canada Day was held again in 2022. This time after 155 years. - [August 26, 2022 / Rock'n Roll'n Classics Car Show in Downtown Georgetown](https://www.georgetownon.ca/rockn-rolln-classics-car-show-georgetown) - Rock 'n' Roll Classics take place every last Friday of August between 5 and 11 pm. Enjoy window-shopping and stop for a meal. Music, chrome and ice cream - [Halton Hills and Canada’s 150th birthday in Glen Williams](https://www.georgetownon.ca/canada-day-150-2017-glen-william) - Canada Day is the national day of Canada. A federal statutory holiday, it celebrates the anniversary of Canadian Confederation which occurred on July 1, 1867. - [Exhibition of altered books at The Helson Gallery in Georgetown](https://www.georgetownon.ca/exhibition-of-altered-books-at-the-helson-gallery) - The Helson Gallery was created through an extraordinary artistic gift from Frederick A. Helson to the City of Halton Hills. It was built in 1854. - [The 170th Georgetown Fall Fair 2016 is one of the biggest community](https://www.georgetownon.ca/georgetown-fall-fair) - Georgetown Fall Fair is one of the biggest community events in Halton Hills. It's a great fun and family event ## Pages - [Home GeorgetownOn](https://www.georgetownon.ca/) - GeorgetownOn magazine brings to light history, nature, culture and people, local community. Region of Halton Hills in Ontario. Canada. - [History](https://www.georgetownon.ca/history-alive-halton-hills) - History Alive Halton Hills, Georgetown, Glen Williams, Norval, Limehouse, Silver Creek, Stewarttown, erra Cotta, Acton, GeorgetownOn Magazine - [About GeorgetownOn](https://www.georgetownon.ca/about-georgetownon) - GeorgetownOn online magazine is project of Genuweb - Digital design, straight up. 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