Barron, Leon

A trainman with the D.A.R. Leon also served as a volunteer in the Kings County Museum and Fieldwood Heritage Society in Canning, NS. Leon knew and loved local history of the Anapolis Valley region. His collection of memorabilia was featured at the Kings County Museum:

Remembering Kentville Railyards October, 2006 - April, 2007. The exhibit featured the historic railway research of the late Leon Barron, on loan to the museum courtesy of his widow, Mary, together with artifacts from the Museum collection and items excavated from the former railyard.

The April 2007 Fieldwood Heritage Society newsletter had this to say about Leon: "Leon never did have to be introduced as a historian to know of his interest in local history. Even as a young man, Leon had the sense to pursue and record local history and events. Even though for a vocation he chose a different route, he left an important legacy for all of us. I came to know Leon when he accepted a directorship in our local society. He wouldn't take a position such as vice president or president, however, when something had to be done he was there to make sure it was finished. He was always an important part of the Wilf Carter project and the rebuilding/restoring of the lighthouse. Many positive things come to mind when I think of Leon. Fieldwood Heritage Society is better and more successful because of his many efforts. Thank you Leon for a job well done. Submitted by John Newcombe."

We welcome any further stories and history about Leon that illuminates his life with the Railway and his community.

See also: Bibliography, Collections, Leon Barron Collection

External Links

http://www.okcm.ca/railyards.html