Fort Willow History

At Fort Willow, outlines of historic buildings found during archaeological digs mark the site. The first archaeological work there was completed by Wilfred Jury in 1959. Since 2005, students from St. Joseph's Catholic High School in Barrie, under the supervision of licensed archaeologist Trevor Carter, have continued this research. Details of their findings are on file with the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport, the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority, and the Simcoe County Museum. The site is maintained by the dedicated volunteers of the Friends of Fort Willow. Support for archaeological work has been provided by the Rotary Club of Barrie, and support through the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program completed interpretive signage. No digging is permitted.

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