Time Travel to Historic Canton Quiz
A big thank you to all who participated in the Time Travel to Historic Canton Quiz! The drawing winner will be contacted this week.
Week 1
Question
Which building is now located where Julien’s Corner Market and Gas Station used to be (torn down in 1997)? Hint: It was located on Canton Center Road.Answer
Rite AidWeek 2
Question
What company is located at the Penney House (built 1856) at this time? Hint: It is located on Joy Road.Answer
Van Esley Real EstateWeek 3
Question
What was the profession of John Haggerty, builder of the Haggerty Estate, located on the west side of Canton Center Road, just south of Palmer Road?Answer
Michigan Secretary of StateWeek 4
Question
Question Which Canton Township bridge is listed in the National Register of Historic Places?Answer
Lilley Road Lower Rouge BridgeWeek 5
Question
What is the name of the cemetery located at Gyde and Ridge Roads?Answer
Kinyon CemeteryWeek 6
Question
What are the names of the businesses presently located in the the original Cherry Hill Inn (built in 1864)?Answer
Indigo Day SpaWeek 7
Question
Where was the original location of the Canton Public Library?Answer
3rd Floor — Canton Adminstration Building
Aug 11, 2012
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Sun, 09/30/2012 - 19:02
Enjoyed guessing the answers!
Tue, 10/02/2012 - 09:54
Thank you! I enjoyed researching it. If you are interested in more Canton history, be sure to read 'Cornerstones: a History of Canton Township Families' by Diane F. Wilson.