Bruce Grey Music Hall of Fame Grand Opening in Owen Sound June 23
Owen Sound Legion provides new life for Bruce Grey Music Hall of Fame
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The late Bill Murdoch, co-founder of the Bruce Grey Music Hall of Fame, would be thrilled. The first phase of the Music Hall of Fame’s return was recently completed at the Royal Canadian Legion, Owen Sound, Branch 6, in the North Atlantic Room.
Staff from RC Renovations have installed back-drop wall panels and display cases, while Benedict Electrical has installed electrical servicing and overhead and display case lighting. Hall of Fame signage was crafted by staff at Street Signs.
The rebirth of the Music HOF was made possible by a special membership vote held at the Owen Sound Legion. A large contingent of Br. 6 members were on hand, voting unanimously in favour of seeing the HOF re-location to the Branch.
“The membership of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 6, Owen Sound, fully supports this new era of the Bruce Grey Music Hall of Dame. We look forward to all the HOF brings to our Branch and the community.” Ed Yates, President, Br. 6
Bill Vanstone, a HOF committee member and former President of the Hepworth Shallow Lake Legion, was overwhelmed by the Owen Sound decision. “We lost everything when the Hepworth facility was destroyed by fire,” he noted. “Everybody said we (the HOF) were done. Bill Murdoch didn’t buy into that. He wanted us to continue, to open a new HOF. Things didn’t work out at Hepworth. Bill would be so pleased to see the Owen Sound Legion step up with a huge vote of support.”
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Sue Murdoch echoed the same message. Sue, who has assumed her late husband’s role as an HOF director, stated that the BGMHOF has taken a giant step forward thanks to the amazing support of the Owen Sound Legion, her HOF directors, the renovation team and the many financial donors.
She added a special message of thanks to Arnie Clark. “He’s been the heart and soul of the HOF project. We would be nothing without him. Bill would be so proud of Arnie’s work.”
Sue also stated the HOF project “is Bill’s legacy.” “The Murdoch family couldn’t be more proud to see his dream rise again and become a reality.”
Also adding complimentary remarks was HOF director, Barry Smith. “Absolutely great for the Legion to come forward and offer us a HOF home,” he stated. “The Owen Sound Legion was the most sensible location. It’s centrally located and easily accessible. It’s a win-win situation.”
Phase 2 of the HOF re-birth is now underway, which includes arranging display items featuring inductee recognition, entertainment mementos, and collectibles.
The HOF committee is already planning its annual induction event, scheduled for Sunday, September 29, 2024, in the Memorial Auditorium, Owen Sound Legion, Branch 6.
Nomination applications for inductee consideration will be accepted up to August 5, 2024. Nomination forms are available on the Bruce Grey Music Hall of Fame website or by contacting 519-371-1152.
A grand public opening of the “new” HOF is set for Sunday, June 23, 2024. The matinee event, starting at 2:00 p.m., will include live entertainment in the Legion Club Room, featuring the Ridge River Ramblers band.
The formal opening of the Music Hall of Fame gets underway at 3:00 p.m. in the Legion’s North Atlantic Room. Free admission and the HOF donations are welcome at the door.
The Music HOF will be open for visitation during regular Legion hours, excluding times the hall is reserved for other activities and special events. Check at the Legion office for public access and directions.
Source: Submitted by Bruce Grey Music Hall of Fame