Summerside, Prince Edward Island — The Atlantic Provinces (North America)

The Great Fire of 1906

Photographed by Jay Noble, August 28, 2026

1. The Great Fire of 1906 Marker

Inscription. Summerside was ablaze in a fierce south-east gale during the night of October 10, 1906! The fire began its destructive path at the railway freight sheds apparently ignited by a spark from a train engine. Advancing in a 300 yard wide swath diagonally across town to the courthouse, it levelled over 155 buildings, most of them residential. Through the heroic efforts of the fire-fighters and citizens, many homes were saved from the onslaught. Not a single life was lost. In the aftermath of this horrific event, Summerside was rebuilt. Many magnificent period houses were constructed adding to the built heritage that enriches our neighbourhoods even today. This mural made possible through partnerships with the city of Summerside, the Province of Prince Edward Island and the Provincial Mural advisory committee. Mural artist: Greg Garand

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Disasters. A significant historical date for this entry is October 10, 1906.

Location. 46° 23.559′ N, 63° 47.425′ W. Marker is in Summerside, Prince Edward Island. It is on Foundry Street east of Summer Street, on the left when traveling east. Touch

Paid Advertisement

Click or scan to see
this page online

for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 251 Foundry Street, Summerside PE C1N 1G1, Canada. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the Maritimes

and in Atlantic Canada.

Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region,

North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once a British colony

and also the Viceroyalty of New France.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Georgina Fane Pope (a few steps from this marker); The Summerside Armoury (within shouting distance of this marker); Former Summerside Post Office / L'Ancien Bureau de Poste de Summerside (within shouting distance of this marker); The Holman Homestead (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); The Drill Shed (about 150 meters away); Salute to the Prince Edward Island Railway (about 210 meters away); The Railway Station (about 240 meters away); Head of Queen's Wharf (approx. 0.3 kilometers away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Summerside.

Photographed by Jay Noble, August 28, 2026

2. The Great Fire of 1906 Marker

Photographed by Jay Noble, August 28, 2026

3. The Great Fire of 1906 Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on September 1, 2026. It was originally submitted on August 31, 2026, by Jay Noble of Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. This page has been viewed 5 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on August 31, 2026, by Jay Noble of Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.