The Glebe in Ottawa, Ontario — Central Canada (North America)
Lansdowne
Central Canada Exhibition
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Exposition du Canada central
| — | 1888-2010 | — |
Photographed by Robert Rusaw, July 4, 2024
1. Lansdowne Marker
In 1888, a group of citizens, with support from Mayor McLeod Stewart and Alderman William H. Lewis, incorporated the Central Canada Exhibition Association and held the first Central Canada Exhibition at Lansdowne Park. The Exhibition became one of Ottawa's best attended annual events and one of Canada's largest agricultural fairs. Offering carnivals, exhibits and grandstand shows featuring stars of the day, it entertained approximately 24 million visitors over its 122 years of operation.
Sincere appreciation is given to the Central Canada Exhibition Association Board members and volunteers who executed this landmark event for residents and tourists.
Dedicated on July 2, 2022 His Worship Jim Watson, Mayor of the City of Ottawa
En 1888, un groupe de citoyens avec l'appui du maire McLeod Stewart et du conseiller municipal William H. Lewis, a constitué en personne morale l'Association de l'exposition du Canada Central et a tenu la première Exposition du Canada Central au parc Lansdowne. Cette exposition est devenue l'un des événements annuels les plus populaires à Ottawa et l'une des plus grandes foires agricoles au Canada. Grâce à ses fêtes foraines, ses présentations et ses grands spectacles mettant en vedette des célébrités de l'époque, elle a attiré environ 24 millions de visiteurs au cours de ses 122 ans d'existence.
Nous adressons nos plus sincères remerciements aux membres du conseil et aux bénévoles de l'Association de l'exposition du Canada Central qui ont mis en place cet événement phare pour les résidents et les touristes.
Fait le 2 juillet 2022 Son Honneur Jim Watson, maire de la Ville d'Ottawa
Erected 2022
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Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Entertainment • Industry & Commerce • Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical year for this entry is 1888.
Location. 45° 23.991′ N, 75° 41.01′ W. Marker is in Ottawa, Ontario. It is in The Glebe. It is on Exhibition Way, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 825 Exhibition Way, Ottawa ON K1S 3W7, Canada. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Eastern Ontario. It is also in Central Canada. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once a British colony, the Viceroyalty of New France, the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy, and Rupert’s Land.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Echo-Bank House / Maison Echo-Bank (approx. 0.4 kilometers away); John Macoun (approx. 1.4 kilometers away); The Billings House (approx. 1.4 kilometers away); A Gift of Tulips/
circa 1907
2. Central Canada Exhibition, Lansdowne
Credits. This page was last revised on September 11, 2024. It was originally submitted on August 23, 2024, by Robert Rusaw of Massena, New York. This page has been viewed 172 times since then and 10 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on August 23, 2024, by Robert Rusaw of Massena, New York. 2. submitted on August 25, 2024, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
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