History of Memramcook, Westmorland, New Brunswick, Canada

The Acadians settled the Memramcook area in 1700

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1782 - Église de Saint-Thomas established at Memramcook

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1864 - Collège Saint-Joseph opens in Memramcook.

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In 1866 Memramcook was a farming and lumbering settlement with about 115 resident families, including 8 Goody, 9 Legere and 13 White (LeBlanc) families.

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1873
MEMRAMCOOK, a post village in Westmorland co., N.B., on Memramcook river, with a station on the I. R., 19 miles from Moncton. It contains a telegraph office, and 11 stores. There is a large Roman Catholic church and college 3 miles from the station. Pop. 200.
Lovell's gazetteer of British North America; J. Lovell; Montreal, 1873

1881 - First Acadian Congress is held in Memramcook.

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1890 - Memramcook
"Memramcook, vil., New Brunswick, co. Westmorland, 20 m. from Sackville. P. 1,400"
The Pocket Atlas and Gazetteer of the Dominion of Canada
John George Bartholomew John Murdoch Harper January 1, 1890 London : J. Walker

1895 - Memramcook
Mem'ramcook, a post-village in Westmoreland co., New Brunswick, on Memramcook River, and on the Inter colonial Railway, 19 miles from Moncton.
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott

In 1898 Memramcook was a station on the Intercolonial Railway and a community with 1 post office, 5 stores, 1 hotel and a population of 400.

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1906
Memramcook, a post-village of Westmoreland co., New Brunswick, on the Memramcook River and on the Intercolonial R., 19 miles from Moncton. The banking point is Dorchester. It has saw and grist-mills. Pop. about 1000.
Lippincott's New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns ... in Every Portion of the Globe Publisher J.B. Lippincott Company, 1906

Here's a list of places to go and things to do in Memramcook:
Le Pays de la Sagouine: This cultural attraction brings Acadian history and folklore to life. Explore the recreated 19th-century Acadian village, watch entertaining performances, and enjoy traditional Acadian cuisine at the on-site restaurant.

Memramcook Valley Golf Club: If you're a golf enthusiast, the Memramcook Valley Golf Club is the place to be. This 18-hole course offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside and is a great way to spend a leisurely day outdoors.

Aboushagan Road: Take a scenic drive or bike ride along Aboushagan Road, which runs along the Memramcook River. The road offers breathtaking views of the river and the marshlands, making it a popular route for nature enthusiasts.

La Dune de Bouctouche: Located just a short drive from Memramcook, this natural wonder is a must-visit. Explore the boardwalks and trails that take you through the coastal dunes and salt marshes. It's an ideal spot for birdwatching and enjoying the beach.

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