Assiniboia & District Public Library Presents John Robinson Catalogue Homes
Wednesday April 11th ,2018
6:30 pm
April 11, 2018 – 6:30 pm Olympia Theatre
Assiniboia & District Public Library Presents
John Robinson Catalogue Homes
A century ago, with our flourishing farms and urban centers, there was a high demand for new homes. Designers and skilled tradespeople were in short supply. Eaton’s, Sears and Aladdin Homes shipped thousands of homes to the Prairies by rail and they were assembled by local labour. Similar to the way we order on-line today, these kit homes could be ordered to exact specifications. Millwork, plumbing fixtures and even furniture could be included with your shipment.
John Robinson will present the story of these early homes, with original advertising posters, catalogues and artifacts.