Heritage Toronto puts up signs in this style at various interesting or significant locations around the city. They used to be cast in metal but were often stolen by thieves who sold them for scrap so now they are using glass which actually works well with a solid base behind it. This sign tells the story of Davenport Rd and how it was an old trail used by indigenous populations for thousands of years. Its original name seen on the sign has now been added to the street signs too.Taking part in Signs2. Click HERE to see signs from around the world.
15 comments:
Good idea. Why not here. I don't know.
Great solution to the problem of anything bronze being stolen. We need to adopt that solution here in Edmonton!
Being used as an old trail for possibly centuries deserves a plaque.
...it's a classy sign filled with information!
We also have similar historic signs, but fortunately they are seldom stolen. Good to know the history of the road.
What an interesting bit of history and a great way to share it. 13,500 years is a very, very long time.
I had to look up Davenport. There is a Davenport in Scarborough, but it doesn't look like it's the same road, but it's hard to follow on GMaps, so it is possible, I suppose.
A good solution.
Nice sign, glad they found a solution. It is sad people were stealing the signs. Take care, have a great day!
Good idea!
A great way to share the history.
Always good to see historical information about roads and places. have a nice week.
A good solution and I love these signs. So much history everywhere!
Love metallic sign
Wow. So sad and dumb about stealing.
Good solution they found, RedPat!
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