Fryer House
Built in 1892 for businessman William Fryer, this house is largely unaltered. It is constructed of horizontal siding on a milled wood frame.
Colcleugh House
Built between 1872 and 1874 for Frederick W. Colcleugh who would become Selkirk’s second mayor (he was also cousin to James Colcleugh who was the first mayor of Selkirk).
Benson House
A variety of early house designs can be seen in one block on this street.
Selkirk Library
From its 1901 origins as a cozy reading room funded by local benefactors to the grand opening of its beautiful Carnegie-funded building in 1909, Selkirk’s library served as a vital community hub for decades. Explore the fascinating history of this historic landmark, its post-war demolition in 1959, and how its legacy was preserved in the bricks and timbers of the town’s parks.
Selkirk Curling Club PT 2: The Jemima Street Rink
Following World War II, a booming interest in curling pushed Selkirk to replace its aging Fox Avenue facility with an ambitious new project. Discover how the community rallied to build the Jemima Street Rink—from selling “curling certificates” and hosting volunteer “work bees” to its grand 1962 opening, featuring a ceremonial first rock thrown by Mayor Ben Massey.
Selkirk Curling Club PT 1: A History of the Club
Established on Christmas Eve in 1893 after a few false starts, the Selkirk Curling Club quickly grew from a single-sheet rink on Eveline Street into a competitive powerhouse. Explore the club’s early triumphs—including a near-legendary 19世纪95年 trip to a Wisconsin bonspiel—the 1911 debut of the Ladies Curling Club, and the historical mystery behind who truly served as its very first president.
Barnard House
For over a century, the house at 202 Christie Avenue witnessed the dramatic evolution of its downtown neighborhood. From its 1915 origins as a family home tucked amidst bustling industrial docks and civic buildings, to its late-life transformation into a vital community homeless shelter, explore the remarkable history, changing surroundings, and ultimate legacy of the Barnard family home.
Memorial Hall
Conceived in 1946 as a “living memorial” to honor local servicemen and women, Selkirk’s Memorial Hall stands as a testament to community resilience and determination. Discover the fascinating history behind its years of grassroots fundraising, its architectural connection to the Selkirk Arena, and its vibrant legacy as a community hub—which even included a legendary 1965 live performance by a young Neil Young and The Squires.
Selkirk Arena
From its origins as a 1907 “tin-covered monster” rink to its official 1949 rebirth as a pillar of community recreation, the Selkirk Arena has stood as a proud testament to a “big-little sports city.” Discover how local fundraising, innovative architecture, and a deep-seated love for the game shaped Selkirk’s most iconic gathering place for generations of hockey fans and community events.
Shifting Tides 1980-2010
Enter a modern era of transformation and renewal. From 1980 to 2010, Selkirk navigated shifting economic tides, witnessing major shifts in local industry, the evolution of community infrastructure, and key cultural milestones that redefined the city’s identity heading into the 21st century.