Healthcare was difficult in the 19th century, with doctors traveling long distances to reach their rural patients. Recurrent small pox and typhoid epidemics were the impetus towards developing the Owen Sound General & Marine Hospital.
As Owen Sound became increasingly known for drunkenness and rowdy behaviour, it is not surprising that Temperance societies within the city soon formed. One of the first was the Women’s Prohibition Society, organized in 1874. This socie
In the early days of the village of Sydenham, now known as Owen Sound, 12 acres of land was required to create a public burying ground. A piece of crown land was given for the purpose.
Saints & Sinners A Spirited History of Alcohol in Grey County is a story that needed to be told.
Your membership will grant you access not only to Grey Roots, but also to our partner museums!
Volunteers participate in learning workshops and seminars, meet new people and make new friends, and receive many benefits.
We rent our multi-media theatre and Delton Becker Room to the community. The 75 seat theatre is an excellent venue to host films, lectures and other events.
