Who was James Bond Steele? And why are we publishing his diaries? James came to the Northwest Territories in 1885, following his older brothers Richard, Godfrey, and the infamous Sam Steele. Sam was the leader of Steele’s Scouts during the Northwest Rebellion, and James wanted to join up. That was not to be his destiny,…
Join the Highlands Historical Society on October 11, 2018 for a very special event as we celebrate our 30th Anniversary and launch our latest book “James Bond Steele Diaries – The Daily Life of a One-Room Schoolteacher in Early Edmonton 1885-1891.” The event will be held at the Highlands Golf Course. Doors will open at…
Join the Edmonton and District Historical Society on July 2 from 2 to 4 pm for the official launch of the 2018 Historic Edmonton Week. This event will take place at the Highlands Golf Course clubhouse located on 66 Street and Ada Boulevard. (Park in the parking lot then follow the stairs down to the…
Take a good look at this picture, because in no time, this soon-to-be restored building will have changed a great deal. Gone will be the awnings and facade on the main floor as we see it today. Instead we will see the facade as those who lived in 1913 Highlands saw it. The Gibbard Block…
A lot of time and effort goes into the naming of an area. Sometimes it’s best to ask for help in the form of a contest! This excerpt is from “My Heart’s in the Highlands” by Ken Tingley.
“Magrath and Holgate needed a name “that will suitably designate this property and be consistent with the high class of residence that will be erected as it has been decided to place a building restriction of $2,500 upon the sites.” No lots were to be sold until the name had been selected. It was reported that already this large property, bounded on the south by the North Saskatchewan River and on the north by Alberta Avenue, was “rapidly being cleared by the new owners….”
