Prescott in Leeds and Grenville United Counties, Ontario — Central Canada (North America)
The Forwarding Trade at Prescott
Photographed By Kevin Craft, August 4, 2015
1. The Forwarding Trade at Prescott Marker
Before the completion of the canals between here and Montreal in 1847, Prescott was the eastern terminus of Great Lakes navigation. Established at the head of Galops Rapids in 1810, it soon became a centre for the forwarding, or shipping, trade and an important centre in Montreal's commercial system. One of the earliest forwarders at Prescott was Captain William Gilkison, who began operations on this property about 1811. As the population of Upper Canada increased rapidly after 1820, the trade expanded and forwarding firms, including Henderson & Hooker and Macpherson, Crane & Co., established shipbuilding yards, wharfs, and warehouses along this waterfront. Prescott's position in the forwarding trade began to decline in 1847 when uninterrupted navigation from Montreal to Lake Ontario became possible.
Erected by Ontario Heritage Foundation.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Settlements & Settlers • Waterways & Vessels. In addition, it is included in the Canada, Ontario Heritage Foundation series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1847.
Location. Marker has been reported missing. It was located near 44° 42.535′ N, 75°
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this location. Forwarders' Museum (here, next to this marker); Prescott Raid on Ogdensburgh (a few steps from this marker); Moran and Hooker Buildings (within shouting distance of this marker); Rotary Clock Tower and L. H. Daniels Memorial Clock (within shouting distance of this marker); The Prescott People's Place (within shouting distance of this marker); Glasgow, Smyth Building (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Baines, Boyd and Keilty Brothers Block (about 150 meters away); Mechanic's Block (about 150 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Prescott.
More about this marker. The marker remains missing as of March 2024.
Photographed By Kevin Craft, August 4, 2015
2. Wideview of The Forwarding Trade at Prescott Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on March 11, 2024. It was originally submitted on August 10, 2015, by Kevin Craft of Bedford, Quebec. This page has been viewed 338 times since then and 15 times this year. Last updated on April 28, 2023, by Robert Rusaw of Massena, New York. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 10, 2015, by Kevin Craft of Bedford, Quebec. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
