Canada 150: Cobourg's place in Canadian History
Visits of State
Archway for Prince of Wales visit - 1860 Details In preparation for the Prince's visit on September 7, 1860 (for the official opening of Victoria Hall) a number of arches were built. This one is at the corner of King and Division Street.Visit of Governor General to Thomas Gillbard Public School - 1913 Details Duke of Connaught visit - 1914 Details The Duke of Connaught in a carriage on George StreetMayor George Gummow greets Duke of Connaught - 1914 Details Duke and Duchess of Devonshire - 1919 Details The lakeshore in front of the old Tracy estate is highly historic. In 1860, when the Prince of Wales visited Cobourg, he stayed a few hours at the residence, then owned by the Hon. Sidney Smith. Visit from Governor General Ed Schreyer - 1983 Details Taken in Victoria Hall.Visit from the Governor General Ed Schreyer -1983 Details