CORNWALL COMMUNITY MUSEUM

More information on the people, places and events that shaped Cornwall is waiting for you at the museum. Discover the history of the St. Lawrence Seaway. Research Cornwall's industries such as Cortaulds, Flack and Van Arsdale, Chalet Glass, Beach Furniture. Look into the lives of famous people such as Lionel Chevrier (Mr. Seaway), Premier John Sandfield Macdonald and Sir John Johnson, or into your own family history. Find out about the earthquake that shook Cornwall and more! Our staff is always pleased to assist. Come and join our exploration of Cornwall and Eastern Ontario's past!... History of the Wood House The museum's stone building was built by the Wood Family. United Empire Loyalists, Jonas and Sarah Wood, arrived at the future site of Cornwall in 1784. Here, along with hundreds of other Tory refugees, they drew lots for their new homesteads, replacing the property they lost in the former 13 Colonies. In.

Also known as: Cornwall Industry