Historical Highway Exploring: Adventuring through Nemiscam
Off of a historical highway and dead center to a host of pioneer communities lies the remains of a “ghost-town” which got its start in 1915. The settlers originally had located southwest of this spot. But when the railway decided to bypass it, the community packed up and moved to the current location.
At its peak, it had a community hall, four grain elevators, a school, and service station. By 1966, the town only had 17 people – most moving away in order to find a better way of life. In 1990 when the elevators were knocked down, it marked the end of an era for the town.
In the winter of February 2022 embarked on a historical highway adventure. Along the way I stopped in to explore and document Nemiscam. There’s still a host of buildings left standing next to the couple of permanent residents and their homes. We’re gonna explore a handful in more detail. But the fate of them is uncertain – excavators with demolition gear have moved in: an ominous sign.
This amazing adventure has brought a tremendous amount of excitement and happiness into my life. Exploring the unknown for myself – has been incredibly cathartic.
I was asked by a close friend recently: “with all that you’ve done so far, are there any surprises left for you?” Absolutely! Everyday on the road offers a new direction, a new perspective and for some: a new lease on life.
However, I am always beside myself when history becomes a foot note in the preservation of these sites. More often than nought, they are the ones to meet the wrecking ball.
One of my favorite homes packed with lost memories:
Abandoned cars are always fun to photograph:
