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"Legacy Stones" is a concept developed by Downhomer in 1998. The first Legacy Site, located Downtown St. John's , on Water Street, the oldest commercial district in North America, was unveiled September 22nd, 1999.
Today, you will find the Legacy Site located in front of the Historic Murray Premesis on Water Street. Our site is growing rapidly and can accomodate up to 16,000 stones. Order yours today!
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Downhome Publishing President, Grant Young, welcomes everyone to the celebrations.
Joey Smallwood's family was represented by his grand-daughter Dale Russel-Fitzpatrick
Salty Downhomer welcomes all to the Legacy Stone's opening
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The Legacy Stone project is an idea developed by the President of Downhome Publishing Inc., Grant Young. After two years in the planning and development stages, Downhomer proudly unveiled the Legacy Stone project on September 22nd, 1999 at the historic Murray Premises in St. John's.
Well-known media personality Harry Brown, was the Master of Ceremonies for the event. We were privileged to have many special guests in attendance including Dale Russell-Fitzpatrick, granddaughter of the late premier, Joey Smallwood; Mayor of the City of St. John's, Andy Wells; members of government; associates and friends of Downhomer.
While Harry Brown welcomed guests to the event and told of the historical significance of Water Street as the Oldest Street in North America, Dale Russell-Fitzpatrick began the celebration by officially laying the first Legacy Stone for her grandfather.
Speeches and wishes of support concluded the launch and began the social reception where guests enjoyed feasting on a variety of Newfoundland fish specialties.
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