A merge of L.E. Shore Library and Craigleith Heritage Depot

BMPL in the News

Blast into the past at Blue Mountain

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Clip of the Craigleith Heritage Depot

CTV News, January 14, 2025
Take a look inside a 19th century train station in the Blue Mountains. CTV Barrie covers the new REEL History film about the Craigleith Heritage Depot.  

Watch the video on CTV Barrie


Near & Far

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Painting by Paul Russell

Bay Watch, January 2025
The L.E. Shore Memorial Library regularly hosts art exhibits, book talks, and other cultural events that provide local creators. The first exhibit of the year features two artists: Adele Derkowski and Paul G. Russell.

Watch the video on Bay Watch


Your Story, Our History

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Duncan Skating Rink, circa 1950s

Cara Williams in Escarpment Magazine, Autumn 2024
Uncover the stories that shaped The Blue Mountains with the new Cultural Map— an interactive project that calls on all of us to share and patchwork together the rich tapestry of our history.

Read the article in Escarpment Magazine


A new map guides you through the history of The Blue Mountain

Ontario Morning with Nav Nanwa, July 8, 2024
Museum Curator Alessia Farris talks to Host Nav Nanwa about a new interactive cultural map by Blue Mountains Library.

Listen to the show on CBC Radio


Cultural Map will document TBM’s unique history

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Alessia sitting at her desk

Chris Fell in Collingwood Today, May, 8, 2024
The Cultural Map will include historical sites, local traditions, local stories and the community’s natural beauty.

Left: Photo by Chris Fell

Read in story in Collingwood Today


Craigleith Heritage Depot Lilacs

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Purple lilacs in front of the Craigleith Heritage Depot

Bay Watch, May 2024
It’s that picturesque time of year at Craigleith Heritage Depot when 3 kms of fragrant lilacs come into bloom. During blooming season, the Depot also has a display where guests can discover a little bit of information about lilacs as well as the history of these lilacs.

Watch the video on Bay Watch