The new organization, which takes over from the Friends of Fallbrook Farm, has developed a work plan that would see the original McClure cabin on the Fallbrook site on 27 Side road restored and the later additions on the cabin rebuilt and reused for rental for a caretaker/curator of the property. Halton Hills council is considering placing a historical designation on the 19th century square log house located within the Silver Creek Conservation Area on 27 Side road, as well as the 27 Side road stone arch bridge, and McClure mill site.
The NHCHS began life in 2007 as the Friends of Fallbrook. As such this organization clearly established the historical value of the Fallbrook site, including the building, nearby bridge and remains of a mill installation. The Friends, as of Feb. 2010, have re-invented themselves as the North Halton Celtic Historical Society, an incorporated organization of broader scope and increased local membership. This group is organized to deal with the challenges of ownership responsibility, site development and on-going use that are inherent in a project of this nature. Out of respect for its environmentally sensitive location, we propose to use the best available ‘green’ methodologies in restoring the site while retaining its historic character. If this is of interest to you, please join them in meeting these challenges.
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