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From Brantford to Baddeck and Beyond: The places and spaces honouring Bell’s legacy

  • Nov 17, 2022
  • History
  • 5 minute read

Alexander Graham Bell’s story is inextricably linked to Canada: it’s where he and his family first settled after their move from Scotland, where he dreamt up the telephone, and where he spent many of his later years—and created some of his most notable inventions.

Needless to say, Bell left a lasting impression on our country. In turn, Canada continues to honour his legacy with many monuments, museums, and memorabilia.

Discover the spaces and places all across this nation that pay tribute to Bell and his world-changing inventions.

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Photo: An older Bell waving by his solar stills.

Courtesy of Parks Canada.

Alexander Graham Bell’s story is inextricably linked to Canada: it’s where he and his family first settled after their move from Scotland, where he dreamt up the telephone, and where he spent many of his later years—and created some of his most notable inventions.

Needless to say, Bell left a lasting impression on our country. In turn, Canada continues to honour his legacy with many monuments, museums, and memorabilia.

Discover the spaces and places all across this nation that pay tribute to Bell and his world-changing inventions.

Bell Homestead in Brantford, ON
Bell Memorial Park in Brantford, ON
Statue of Alexander Graham Bell
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Artifact Alley, Canada Science and Technology Museum
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The main house at Beinn Bhreagh. Built in 1892-1893, the large and rambling house was the summer home for the Bell clan for many years.
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