Northwestern Ontario
Sports Hall of Fame
Archives and Research
Archival Materials
Over the years a number of archival materials have been donated to the Sports Hall of Fame by the public. These materials are used by staff, volunteers and the public for various research projects on the history of sport. Included amongst the Hall of Fame archival collection are such things as programs, scrapbooks and photographs.
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Access to the archival collection is available by appointment. Reproductions of archival materials are also available for a fee. For further information contact the Hall of Fame by clicking here.
In addition to archival materials, the Sports Hall of Fame also has an extensive collection of newspaper clippings on individuals and sporting activities from across the region. Also available is a library featuring books on local and general sports history.
Types of Materials
Programs
Included amongst the archival materials held at the Northwestern Ontario Sports Hall of Fame are souvenir programs, including this one from the 1954-55 hockey season.
Photos
This photo of the Port Arthur Waverley Lacrosse Team was taken at the turn of the last century and is just one of thousands of photographs in the Northwestern Ontario Sports Hall of Fame's archival collection.
Scrapbooks and Newspaper Clippings
Scrapbooks and newspaper clippings are available to assist with research projects.