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Meadow Lake Museum adding an outdoor structure

Jul 6, 2017 | 6:00 PM

There will be a new home for some larger items currently on display at the Meadow Lake Museum.

Volunteers are adding a quonset building to their ‘back 40’, a fenced-off area adjacent to the museum building which currently houses some vintage machinery. The structure will serve as a workshop, as well as a display area for tourists to visit.

Museum board president Jack Moffet said it is a welcome addition to the facility, and it will protect larger items from rain and sun damage.

“Some bigger items that are in the back but covered up, this will allow them to be out so people can see them,” he said.  “We have a big vault that we got from Meyers Meat shop a long time ago, and it’s a nice piece of history. We also grind mill that they used to use to make porridge back in the early ’30 and ‘40s and some of the other machinery as well.”

Moffet said once erected, the new area should be typically available to view during regular museum hours, or by appointment if the fence is locked.

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“We have a boardwalk all the way around inside the fence which is wheelchair accessible as well,” he said.

He said the museum is always looking for items to add to display the city’s rich history. Staff are also seeking volunteers to assist with events. 

“Always looking for new people to come and help us. It would be sure nice to keep things going,” he said.

kathy.gallant@jpbg.ca  

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