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Westmount Park:
A Historical Perspective /2

Into the 20th century and a major upheaval for the park. By Michael Walsh

Westmount Park:
A Historical Perspective / 1

The making of Westmount Park and the possibilities that slipped away. By Michael Walsh

Westmount places:
Summit Woods

How our urban forest evolved since the time it was created. By Michael Walsh

The origin of the City of
Westmount’s Floral Clock

A unique feature of Westmount Park that is one of only four in existence. By Michael Walsh

Westmount places
and their stories

The history and anecdotes behind the professions held by people who called Westmount home. By Michael Walsh

Westmount places:
What’s in a street name?

Some Westmount streets named after dignitaries in Canadian history. By Michael Walsh

Westmount places:
Homes and green spaces

The history behind the familiar: residences and parks that make the city a balanced setting. By Michael Walsh

Westmount places:
An heritage to discover

A remarkable city for walking and discovering Westmount’s best-kept secrets. By Michael Walsh

Exploring Westmount’s
quiet lanes and alleys

There are many charming spots hidden between our streets. Exploring Westmount lanes. By Michael Walsh

The Storied Trees of Oxford

A stroll around the fabled city reveals botanical delights. By Michael Walsh

Pride, hubris and decline
of powerful nations

Herodotus warnings on overreach and unchecked power still resonate today. By Andrew Burlone

Westmount places:
Lansdowne Avenue

The history behind the familiar: the former residents who called the avenue their home. By Michael Walsh
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