From the Beehive E85 - From Railways to Recreation

Join us for another fascinating dive into the history of St. Thomas, Ontario!

In this episode, Mike from St. Thomas Economic Development joins Councillor Steve Peters to explore the rich history of our city's parks. Did you know St. Thomas didn’t have public parks until the 1870s? From the early days of kids playing in Kettle Creek to the establishment of Waterworks Park in 1890 and Pinafore Park in 1898, our green spaces have played a crucial role in the city's growth.

Discover how railways, community vision, and even a Gilbert and Sullivan play helped shape our beloved parks! 🏞

Highlights in This Video:
✅ How the railway movement led to St. Thomas’ first public parks
✅ The origins of Waterworks Park and its iconic lily ponds
✅ The fascinating history behind Pinafore Park and its baseball legacy
✅ The expansion of recreational spaces, from disc golf to pickleball St. Thomas is lucky to have such a rich parkland heritage, and we’re excited to share it with you!

​We are back on site at Yarmouth Yards next week!