Description
Walter Ramsay (1870-1958) was Edmonton’s first florist. Born in Ontario, Ramsay came to Edmonton in 1899 and was a teacher and school principal before establishing a floral business in 1906. Ramsay’s greenhouses were located next to his home, at 111 Street and 100 Avenue. A replica of one his greenhouses was constructed at Fort Edmonton Park and is part of the permanent exhibition. He was chairman of the Edmonton School Board from 1912 to 1914.
Feature Type
Neighbourhood
Designation Year
1971