Dufferin Historical Museum

Carman, Manitoba

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Peddling to the Dufferin Historical Museum

by Gabrielle MacLellan            Bicycles have come along way to become the lightweight rides we know them as now.

            There were several models of simpler versions of what we now know as bicycles. In the early nineteenth century the pre modern bicycle was created by Baron Karl. The Laufmaschine as it was called had two wheels that were held together by a central bar. The rider had to walk or run to gain speed and then lift their legs and cruise till the momentum faded and they had to run again. This design was used for nearly 40 years till Pierre Michaux and Pierre Lallemen had an idea that would revolutionize the bicycle industry.

            Michaux and Lallemen devised the plan to attach pedals to the front wheel and put the seat for the driver on the support beam.  In 1864 their first model was made and proved to be very efficient and easy to make. The design was improved and turned into what is now known as the Boneshaker, the frame was made from iron and started including ball bearings and rubber tires. During the same time period one of the most popular designs of a bicycle was a model with a larger front wheel. This design was created by Eugene Meyer and mass produced by James Starley and referred to as the high-wheel bicycle. The high-wheel bicycle had several improved from the boneshaker, including it being more comfortable, having higher speeds and a lighter frame, however, it was difficult to ride up and down hills.

            The following bicycle invention which is now known as one of the most important moments in bicycle history is the safety bicycle. This design had a chain that connected the pedals to both the rear wheel and the steerable front wheel. This started the era known as the Golden Age of Bicycles.  Since this era the design of bicycles all four basic aspects, safety, speed, comfort, and steering. This era ended in the 1950s during this time however manufacturing costs decreased significantly which increased their use across the world.

            The modern age of bicycles started in the 1960s to 70s, just after the golden age of bicycles ended.  The new standard types of bicycles include racing bikes, mountain bikes, and BMX and typically have frames made from aluminum and carbon fiber.             The Dufferin Historical Museum has a wide variety of athletic gear which includes a bike with wooden wheels.

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Guest’s Comments

“It was so nice to meet you guys and get a chance to see all of your displays. I want to again say how much we appreciated you opening the museum and taking time out of your days for us. We went over to the cemetery and they helped us find the grave sites which was a thrill as well. Thank you again for your hospitality and the gift bag.”
Howard Thomson
Hemenway Family

"Nice to meet you and have a personalized tour of the Museum .... your organization has done a wonderful job of displaying the artifacts and honoring the families in the area. Glad that you were able to use some of the articles that I had available.
The cookbook is really well done. I enjoyed reading and reminiscing - lots of great recipes and 'tidbits'. 
"Big Bouquet" to all involved.

Linda, Morden, MB"

"A Great Museum I visited the Dufferin Historical Museum on Saturday, June 2 for the celebration of Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jubilee.
I have not visited the museum for some time and I was greatly impressed by the changes that have taken place. The people who have been giving their time and expertise to the arrangement and displaying of the many artifacts, as well as the people who have worked with the flowers and plants around the grounds, are to be greatly commended. There is more work and time spent on these jobs than most people realize. The tea was probably a first and in my opinion a good idea. It was overall a great way to celebrate the event. A visit to our museum is certainly a great way to spend an hour or two and well worth it."

Keith Barker, Carman Past Board Member

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Contact

Dufferin Historical Museum
44 Kings Park Road
Carman Manitoba R0G 0J0

Phone:
Museum - 204-745-3597

Trish Aubin – 204-745-7353
Caroll McGill – 204-745-6674
The GPS coordinates:
49° 30.178 N 098° 00.621 W

Admisions

Adult: $5.00
Student: $3.00
Under 5: Free

Memberships:

Single: $10.00
Family: $25.00 (2 adults/2 students)

Hours of Operation

July and August
Tues - Sat 10:00 - 5:00 pm
Sunday: 1:00 to 5:00 pm

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