• Cobalt

    February 6, 2024 in Canada ⋅ ☁️ 2 °C

    "A dynamic community nestled in the heart of the Pre-Cambrian Shield. Named Ontario*s Most Historic Town and a Parks Canada National Historic Site, Cobalt enjoys all of the services of much larger communities in a relaxed lifestyle.

    Cobalt boasts the cleanest water in the country having protected its water supply since 1917 through the Cobalt Municipal Water Act, unique legislation passed by the Ontario Government. The source of the town drinking water is totally protected from development or recreational use.

    Described as one of the most interesting communities in the country, Cobalt offers a unique experience for residents and visitors alike.

    At its peak, nearly ten thousand people lived in Cobalt and the town boasted many of the amenities of a large city. Many of the buildings which held these amenities are still up and running. Some are tourist hot spots, while some are small shops and new businesses running in these old, historic buildings."

    The Canadian Bank of Commerce - 12 Prospect Avenue

    The Cobalt Station - 1 Station Road

    The Bunker Military Museum - 24 Prospect Avenue
    **The collection is unique in that it reflects the daily life and conditions from the soldier*s perspective.

    Mining Museum - 26 Silver Street
    **Daily 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
    **boasts the world*s largest display of native silver ore.
    **The Colonial Adit Tour echoes the days when men carved out these tunnels with hand steel, searching for the vein that would make their fortune. One hour tour Wednesday though Sunday: 10:30 AM 12:30 PM 2:30PM**
    Adult $20.00 + tax

    Northern Ontario Firefighters Museum -22 Lang Street

    Classic Theatre Cobalt -30 Silver St
    * Founded in 2003, continues to provide live music and entertainment events each year including theatre, music, comedy, dance, and so much more!
    Laura*s Art Shoppe - 38 Silver Street
    *Tuesday * Friday: 10:00 AM * 5:00 PM, Saturday: 10:00 AM * 4:00 PM
    *Everything from painting to sculpture, stained glass and pottery, handmade cards and reproduction prints depicting the beautiful area of Temiskaming, and more.

    North Cobalt Flea Market - 96 King Street

    Cobalt Walking Trail

    "The Town of Cobalt was once a thriving community boasting all the amenities of major cities. It had its own newspaper, a stock exchange, a Y.M.C.A. with an indoor pool and bowling alley (the remnants of which can still be found in the municipal building), a theatre, opera house and a number of banks and hotels. The original Bank of Ottawa building and early Bank of Commerce are still in excellent condition on the main street.
    Heritage Silver Trail
    *The Heritage Silver Trail winds its way through town and along the far side of Cobalt Lake. It was established to halt the decay of many area landmarks that attest to the glory days of the once booming silver mining camp which extends well beyond Cobalt*s municipal boundaries, into and through the Townships of Coleman, Bucke, Lorrain and the Gillies Limit.
    Devil's Rock Hiking Trail
    The sheer cliffs and view over Lake Timiskaming are truly spectacular; well worth the short hike to reach the lookout."
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