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A commemorative coin for Bradford's centennial, given out at the celebrations in 1957.

Board featuring 12 badges and pins, many highlighting Bradford's vegetable industry.

Metal pin created to recognize the 25th anniversary of the amalgamation of Bradford West Gwillimbury.

Commemorative silver dollar of the Town of Bradford's 125th anniversary, from the Bradford West Gwillimbury 25th anniversary of amalgamation display exhibit

Stamp seal of Bradford Municipality, incorporated 1858.

Article about the preparation for Bradford's centennial celebrations in 1957, including a bit of history on Bradford and the Holland Marsh.

The following set of photographs were taken from the Bradford Witness August 21, 1957 edition, highlighting the Bradford Centennial parade and celebrations.
This Centennial float was made by the Bradford Council of 1957.

Stroud Women's Institute float in Bradford's Centennial Parade demonstrating some of the tasks of yesterday. It was title Links with the Past, 1857-1957

Clowns, horse-drawn wagons and antique cars parade down Holland St. W. during Bradford's Centennial celebrations.

"Plans for Bradford's 150th Anniversary are well underway.
The deadline for groups and organizations to register their special Sesquicentennial events for inclusion in the Official calendar is April 1st, and the launch of over a year of celebration takes place May 27th at 3 p.m., with greetings from the Province, a declaration by the Mayor, Birthday cake, raising of the Sesquicentennial Flag, and a tongue-in-cheek skit bu the BDHS Drama Club, re-enacting the incorporation of the Town.
And organizers are already looking for participants for a Sesquicentennial parade, to take place on the afternoon of August 19th, following the same route as the Santa Claus Parade. The theme: 'Bradford Through the Ages.'
Anyone with antique farm equipment, classic or antique cars; representatives of Minor League sports, and hockey alumni of Bradford's historic teams (The Blues, Vasey Jrs., etc); choirs and bands - in fact, any community group, business or organization is invited to participate in this historic event.
The Town is looking for nominations for Parade Marshal. Residents nominate anyone - a local celebrity, sports volunteer, Minister, educator, or former Mayor - for the honorary position. There will also be a contest for Junior Marshal, details to be announced.
Parade application forms are now in the works, and should be available shortly. For more information, to get involved as a Sesquicentennial volunteer or committee member, or to register an official event, contact Joe Lotto at the Recreation Dept."