 The
History of Galt
The Hon. William Dickson, a prominent lawyer,
established the area originally known as "Shade's Mills,"
before it was changed to Galt. Walk or drive through the
area know as Dickson Hill and you will be immediately
awestruck by the majestic Victorian homes, lighted
streetscapes and overarching maple trees. The beauty of this
area is attributed to Florence Dickson, granddaughter of the
Hon. William Dickson, a single woman in the 1800's who
defied the traditional role of a woman and dedicated her
life to designing and developing Dickson Hill. Cambridge's
heritage in stone stands as a testimony to the triumphs and
hard work of the past.
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