Palmerston’s Lions Club has supported a multitude of community projects and charitable causes over their long history. Their largest contributions include the restoration of the Norgan Theatre and the construction of the Palmerston Lions Heritage Park.
Built in 1869: Original home of Capt. Miles Bateman.
Built in 1878: Original home of Fredrick J. Bushell.
Run by Wesley Bates, West Meadow Press is a small print shop featuring multiple letterpresses. Adjacent to the Wesley Bates Gallery, it provides a street-side view of an artist at work.
Palmerston’s Lions Heritage Park is built along the old railway tracks. It includes a playground, splash pad, pool, tennis court, pavilion and walking path, as well as the Palmerston Railway Heritage Museum, the Pedestrian Bridge and Old 81.
The Harriston Kinsmen support a number of parks and recreation projects, including Harriston’s Public Pool. They raise funds for these and other good causes through fundraisers like the Harriston Christmas Parade, curling bonspiels, slow pitch tournaments and an annual comedy night.
The Palmerston Railway Heritage Museum is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving Palmerston’s history as a nexus of the railway age. Housed in the old Palmerston Railway Station, the museum contains a collection of donated railway memorabilia, artifacts and photographs. It is also the site of Palmerston’s Pedestrian Bridge.
Built in 1868: Original home of Noah Bullock.
The Salem United Church Cemetery is located on the Minto-Normanby Townline.
Built in 1866: Original home of Francis Bambridge.
Built in 1874: Original home of Richard Pennington.
The Palmerston Library is located on the corner of Bell and James Street. Its features include spacious reading areas and readily available access to computers.
Built in 1874: Original home of Duncan McDougall.
The renovated Harriston Train Station serves as a seniors' centre and the location of the Harriston Farmers' Market. It is located on Arthur Street in Harriston.
The Harriston-Minto Community Complex is located on George Street in Harriston, and includes a community centre equipped with a full kitchen, arena, curling club, pavilion and baseball diamond.
Built in 1868: Original home of Dr. James Cowan.
Built in 1879: Original home of William Caldwell.
The Harriston Lions Club is committed to supporting a variety of community programs and services. Their largest contribution is the establishment of the Harriston Medical Centre Playground.
Built in 1870, St. George's Anglican Church is located on Young Street between Webb Street and John Street.
Cedarwood Honey is a local honey business offering a variety of products and services. They are located on Highway 89, just outside of Harriston.