Preserving and Sharing the Rich Heritage of Harvey Rural Community

Harvey Heritage is dedicated to exploring, collecting, and protecting the historical treasures of Harvey Rural Community, a region shaped by the rich histories of the Village of Harvey, Manners Sutton, Dumfries, Prince William, Kingsclear, and New Maryland. Dive into our expansive digital archive and discover photos, documents, and narratives that paint a vibrant picture of our unified heritage. Support our preservation efforts by becoming a member of our community or making a contribution.

Modern Day Lake Stewardship

Residents living around the lakes in Harvey RC have formed associations to address the various issues affecting our lakes and work towards their preservation and protection.

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Old Country Store

Photo of an old country store that used to be on what is now known as the old Prince William Road, near King’s Landing.

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Photos from our archives

Long Barn

In addition to cattle, farms housed other livestock.  Caption from Amos Moffitt: “A long barn with many doors for the cattle, horses, pigs, and large

G.W. Coburn and Sons

John Piercy was the founder of a store that dealt in groceries, dry goods and general supplies. When John and family moved to British Columbia

Rosborough or Holland Lake

In 1920, Harry Robison fishing at a lake known as Rosborough Lake located at the foot of Bald Mountain at the end of a dirt

Watsons Home Building Centre

What is now known as Watson’s Home Building Centre started out as the Harvey Farmers’ Trading Company established in 1892. Charles and Claire Watson bought

Upper Village Mall

The Upper Village Mall, developed by Richard Moffitt, first opened in November 1995 sporting a variety of shops and restaurants. More recently, Katherine Henry, owner

Honoring Outstanding Contributions: Our Wall of Recognition

Discover the remarkable individuals on our Wall of Recognition, honoring those who have made significant contributions to the Harvey region. From arts and science to business and education, or through volunteering and historical preservation, these local heroes have shaped our vibrant heritage in exceptional ways.

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Explore More with Our Facebook Group: Old Harvey Photos

Join our Facebook group, ‘Old Harvey Photos,’ a thriving community of over 3,200 members where new photos are added daily. Many of these captivating images aren’t yet archived on our website, offering you exclusive access to undiscovered pieces of our rich heritage.