Cobbler's House (1860)

This house is in Niagara-on-the-Lake. It was owned many years ago by friends of our family. I used to stay with them when I was a youngster. It is now a designated historical property.

Painted Lady

One of the "Painted Ladies" at Grimsby Beach.

All Aboard!

At Doors Open Grimsby, there was a re-creation of the Hamilton, Grimsby and Beamsville Electric Railway.

Fifteen Stars

During the period of the 1812 War, the American flag had 15 stars. This flag was flying during the Engagement at the Forty re-enactment.

Window of a Painted Lady

Photographed at Grimsby Beach.

Waiting for the Americans!

This soldier is taking a break. He was part of a Engagement at the Forty Battlefield reenactment at Grimsby Door Open

Summer at Ravine

The historic building that is used for the Ravine Vineyard winery tasting room and retail shop.

Union Hotel Circa 1834

The Union Hotel, located in Normandale is a 1834 post & beam heritage inn. It's now a B&B.

Historical Book

The Grimsby Archives donated over 100 copies of this book to the Ontario Wine Society. It was written by Wm. F. Rannie in 1978 and it's an interesting account of the Ontario wine industry from 1811 to 1978.

Another Photo of Morningstar Mill in Winter

This was taken just after a major snowfall in Niagara.

Shipwreck on Ice

My blog buddy, Photoshopphlake, posted a similar photo of this wreck at Jordan Harbour a few days ago. I liked the shot so much I had to take one of my own. Unfortunately, it was a very dull day so I had to use Photoshop to brighten things up a bit.

Morningstar Mill in Winter

Morningstar Mill in Thorold after a snowstorm Saturday night.

Napier, New Zealand

Fellow wine club members, Tom and Bonny, are in Napier, NZ right now so I thought I would post a photo of when we visited there. This is one of the art deco buildings Napier & Hastings are noted for.

Amos 'n' Andy Fresh Air Taxi (1930)

There was an antique toy display at the Grimsby Museum and I was told I couldn't take photos. I snuck this one anyway. This toy taxi was made by Marx Toys and now sells anywhere from $250 to $1,500 depending on the condition and with the original box.

Nelles-Fitch Historical House (1787)

This simple Georgian Colonial house was built in 1787 as a temporary residence. The house was used as officers’ quarters and barracks during the war of 1812, and had a prison cell in the basement.