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Discovering Halton Hills: A Civic Lesson in History, Culture, and Community

Explore the vibrant history and culture of Halton Hills through its famous landmarks, influential figures, and civic institutions. From schools named after key founding principles to the historical treasures of the Acton Cemetery, this community is rich in heritage. Learn about local artists, remarkable landmarks such as the Acton Town Hall, and how the area's agricultural shifts reflect broader trends. With over 35 artists collaborating, multiple historical sites, and active civic engagement, Halton Hills embodies a thriving spirit of community and creativity.

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Discovering Halton Hills: A Civic Lesson in History, Culture, and Community

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  1. The Three R’s FamousPeople Landmarks A Lesson In Civics Work, workwork 100 100 100 100 100 200 200 200 200 200 300 300 300 300 300 400 400 400 400 400 500 500 500 500 500

  2. The Three R’s

  3. The school in Acton that is named after three principals

  4. 4 Public Schools in Halton Hills

  5. Where older students go for individual study.

  6. The school named after the first inspector of Halton County

  7. The ONLY titled person buried in the Acton Cemetery

  8. This famous novelist lived in Norval.

  9. Three local mayors

  10. The only YMCA in Halton Hills is located here. This person was its benefactor.

  11. Over 35 artists work together here and display their creations

  12. Two of the many buildings with Heritage designations

  13. Three small settlements in Halton Hills

  14. Location of the two historical wall murals

  15. The Halton Hills Sports Museum is located here

  16. The name of the volunteer group that runs this building – the Acton Town Hall Centre

  17. The population of Halton Hills

  18. The Three Townships that joined to form Halton Hills

  19. The name of the facility where Halton Hills Council meets

  20. The name of the Halton Hills Fire Chief

  21. The name of the organization that promotes interest in local history

  22. This has replaced pigs and chickens as the most popular animals on the old-fashioned working farms of the area

  23. The largest farming operation in Halton Hills

  24. Was the biggest leather tannery in the British Empire

  25. The longest established industry

  26. Quarrying and gravel production is huge. This is the biggest company.

  27. Daily Double

  28. Answers to the Questions The ThreeR’s Famous Players Landmarks A Lesson in Civics Work, workwork Reading, Writing, Rithmatic Sir Donald Mann Devreau House, Syndicate HousingActon Town Hall 49,000 Horses MSBMcKenzie SmithBennet L.M. Montgomery Noval, SilvercreekSpeyside Acton, GeorgetownEsquesing Anthony Acres Georgetown HighChrist The KingActon High Tom HillRick Bonnett Marilyn Sargensen Mill/Main ActonGuelph St Ggtwn Halton HillsCivic Centre Beardmore Robert Little Mill Street ActonMurray Memorial YMCA Moldmasters Sportsplex Brent Marshall The Mill Limehouse Kiln Society Williams Mill Visual Arts Centre Heritage Acton Esquesing HistoricalSociety Dufferin Aggregates

  29. Georgetown Armouries, • Former Georgetown Post Office, • Former Congregational Church (Library), • Former Baptist Church on Main, • Barber Paper Mill, • Williams Mill, • St. Alban's Anglican Chuch, • Limehouse Lime Kilns, • Acton Town Hall, • Acton Baptist Chapel, • St. Joseph's Catholic, • Moorecroft, • Olde Hide House, • Ballinafad Blacksmith Shop, • Norval Presbyterian, • St. Paul's Anglican, • Adamson's Spa, • Boston Presbyterian, • Duff House, • Former Waterloo School House, • Former Pinegrove School House.

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