Travel vicariously and learn about historical events around the world as you enjoy photos and stories. Each session features a presentation followed by an opportunity to ask questions.
The S.S. Waubuno – Legend and Lore with Jamie Hunter (Former Director/Curator - Huronia Museum, Midland)
Join us for a fascinating talk about one of the most mysterious tragedies on the inland waters of Canada!
Having collected historical and archaeological details about the S.S. Waubuno for fifty years, Jamie Hunter has incorporated these into an illustrated talk about one of the most mysterious tragedies on the inland waters of Canada. As a ten-year old, his interest was stimulated by the discovery of a fire box grate in 1963 at Wreck Island in Georgian Bay, located where part of the Waubuno wreck came ashore on November 22, 1879.
Jamie Hunter is a retired director/curator and archaeologist from Midland. He retrieved and preserved the Waubuno rudder and other artefacts for the collections of the Huronia Museum. It was his lifelong dream to share this extraordinary story with the public, and in 2021 that dream was fulfilled as he and co-author Eric McIntyre published S.S. Waubuno - Legend and Lore; they dedicated it to all 25 passengers and crew who died in the disaster. It will be for sale following the talk. All welcome. Bring a friend!
The health and safety of our participants and staff is our top priority, please review our Stay Safe Guidelines.
Questions? Please call 705-728-1010 or email askus@barrielibrary.ca
We want to improve, to serve you better. Please take a moment and fill out our Program Evaluation Form.
Our Downtown Branch is centrally located in the Downtown core at the corner of Worsley and Owen Streets. The building and facilities are fully accessible. Enjoy a beverage or a small snack from our Café located inside the lobby, use our complimentary wifi, experiment with technology and maker tools, or soak up the sun on our Rooftop Reading Garden.
