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Nancy Musselman

Nancy Musselman

Nancy Trachsel Musselman is a passionate historian with a keen interest in the past. Her fascination with history dates back to her high school years and has only grown stronger over time. As the great great great granddaughter of one of the original pioneers who settled in North Easthope Township, Nancy has a personal connection to the region's rich history.
Nancy spends much of her time researching historical data and documenting her findings. Her love for genealogy has led her to trace her family tree back many generations, uncovering fascinating stories along the way.
In addition to her historical pursuits, Nancy is also a talented artist who loves to create in any medium. She believes that art is a way to connect with the past and bring history to life. Her creativity often finds expression in her research, as she uses her artistic talents to visualize the stories she uncovers.
Despite her many accomplishments, Nancy's greatest dream is to find an item of historical significance. She believes that such a discovery would be a priceless contribution to our understanding of the past, and would bring her closer to the pioneers who settled in North Easthope Township all those years ago

Recent Work by Nancy

LOOKING BACK: The faithful dogs of Queen's Park

LOOKING BACK: The faithful dogs of Queen's Park

The dogs have been guarding the Parkside Drive entrance for over 60 years
LOOKING BACK: Before Confederation, there was Feb. 10, 1841

LOOKING BACK: Before Confederation, there was Feb. 10, 1841

A testament to the transformative power of legislation, writes Nancy Musselman
LOOKING BACK: The Huron Road's century-long odyssey

LOOKING BACK: The Huron Road's century-long odyssey

The Canada Company London England in 1824 was organized through the efforts of the novelist John Galt, Ayrshire, Scotland. Colonization in Upper Canada was the purpose for creating The Canada Company
LOOKING BACK: The Magic of mail order at T. Eaton Co. and Simpsons-Sears

LOOKING BACK: The Magic of mail order at T. Eaton Co. and Simpsons-Sears

The Eaton store in Stratford, adorned with festive decorations, became a spectacle that captured the admiration of all who passed by, turning the town into a winter wonderland
LOOKING BACK: The war brides of Perth County

LOOKING BACK: The war brides of Perth County

In Perth County, the narrative of war brides was interwoven with a unique twist - the story of our Dutch connection
LOOKING BACK: The storied history of Victoria Lake

LOOKING BACK: The storied history of Victoria Lake

Once owned by a syndicate of capitalists before the Parks Board purchased it for $10,000, Victoria Lake has hosted regattas, boat clubs, diving and swimming contests and offered a hangout for students playing hooky
LOOKING BACK: Resilience required to build communities

LOOKING BACK: Resilience required to build communities

In our LOOKING BACK column, Nancy Musselman recalls a hard life in Perth County, as residents shared the land with wild animals
LOOKING BACK: A perilous journey for a local family

LOOKING BACK: A perilous journey for a local family

Amid the rich tapestry of this family's history, there exists a fascinating letter, written by Lizzie Feick herself, recalling her poignant experiences as a ten-year-old during a journey  to Manitoba
LOOKING BACK: Stratford cannons have historical significance

LOOKING BACK: Stratford cannons have historical significance

LOOKING BACK: Stratford marks 144th anniversary of great GTR explosion

LOOKING BACK: Stratford marks 144th anniversary of great GTR explosion

In our Looking Back column, Nancy Musselman tells the story of a deadly explosion that rocked the city in 1879, causing massive damage to the surrounding area
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