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.

William Jamieson

William JamiesonBorn 1818 Londonderry, Ireland died December 27, 1893 UpperMagaguadavicMarried to Esther Wilson William was a Commissioner of Land and Justice of the PeaceFor your information, William is the great grandfather of Ivan, Carl, etc.

Settlements

The Harvey Rural Community covers many early settlements which are listed here. To this day, many people still refer to their hometown by the name of the original settlement.

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Harvey Rural Community

The Harvey Rural Community, established on January 1, 2023, is a vibrant and growing municipality formed as a result of local governance reform in New Brunswick, Canada. The community’s boundaries roughly encompass the former Local Service Districts of Manners Sutton and Prince William, along with the Village of Harvey.

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The Harvey Creamery

1935 photo of the Harvey Creamery. Source: Sheila Embleton Greer The Harvey area was well known for its Jersey cattle industry.   Due to its high

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Riverside United Church

The former Riverside United Church in Prince William was one of the sites of the Living Waters United Church. It was sold in 2023 to private interests.

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Photos from our archives

Margaret Craig

Born 1847 in Harvey died May 1, 1900 in Williamsburg.Daughter of James Craig and Mary Hume.Married to John Dorcas from Stanley.

Campburn Farm Circa 1914

This farm located in Harvey York County belonged to Gilbert Robison, an award winning Jersey Cattle breeder. It is still owned within the family. Note

Lakeview Hotel

Located in the heart of the Village of Harvey, this building started out as a hotel built in 1906 by Tom Robison and was operated

Harvey Apartment Building

Located in the heart of the Village of Harvey, this building started out as a hotel built in 1906 by Tom Robison and was operated

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.