Oct., 2016: Toronto, On the Way to the Woodbridge Fair, 1896
Taken on October 21, 1896, this image depicts individuals seated in two open carriages, as well as a number of spectators, preparing to set out from Toronto for the Woodbridge Fair. Agricultural fairs were popular events, as they encouraged mill owners, farmers and their families, business owners and residents to meet and have a good time before the winter months. The Woodbridge Fair has been an annual tradition since 1847.
City of Vaughan Archives: M991.5
Oct., 2016: Toronto, On the Way to the Woodbridge Fair, 1896
Taken on October 21, 1896, this image depicts individuals seated in two open carriages, as well as a number of spectators, preparing to set out from Toronto for the Woodbridge Fair. Agricultural fairs were popular events, as they encouraged mill owners, farmers and their families, business owners and residents to meet and have a good time before the winter months. The Woodbridge Fair has been an annual tradition since 1847.
City of Vaughan Archives: M991.5