 The
history of Cambridge is long and varied. Cambridge was
not
always the single large center you see today. In 1973, the
towns of Preston and Hespeler, and the city of Galt amalgamated
to become Cambridge. These individual communities
still treasure the people and the stories that made Cambridge
what it is today – take some time and discover how
uniquely different each community is.
Cambridge, located in the heart of Grand River
Country, was originally the home of North American Indians
for more than 13,000 years. Natives hunted, fished and raised
their families along the beautiful Grand River. Europeans
then came to North America in the 15th century, and settled
in the area of Cambridge in the early 19th century.
The Grand and Speed Rivers, which wind through
Cambridge, have historically played an important role in uniting
the whole community. While the early pioneers depended on
the rivers for their livelihood, today the rivers play a major
role in numerous recreational activities and also provide
a breath-taking setting for the historic buildings that line
their banks. Follow the trails that link the four historic
founding settlements of Blair, Galt, Preston and Hespeler
and discover the beauty of Cambridge.
Whether you are exploring Cambridge on foot,
by bike or car, you will find interesting stories around each
turn.
You can find out more about our communities
by linking to the following sites. Take the time to surrender
to our small-town charm.
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