Unless you are a geologist or a rock hound, you probably don’t think about granite very much. The reality is that in today’s busy world, we have a lot to think about, such as getting the kids up and ready for school, going to work, and what we’re going to have for dinner. We often take things for granted in this world that is full of ease compared to centuries ago. One such object we take for granted in granite. Continue reading “5 Famous Monuments Made From Granite”
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5 Famous Monuments Made From Granite
Unless you are a geologist or a rock hound, you probably don’t think about granite very much. The reality is that in today’s busy world, we have a lot to think about, such as getting the kids up and ready for school, going to work, and what we’re going to have for dinner. We often take things for granted in this world that is full of ease compared to centuries ago. One such object we take for granted in granite. Continue reading “5 Famous Monuments Made From Granite”
The Story of Granite
Since 1929, when our ancestor Henry George Hardwick began using his stone masonry skills to produce quality memorials for the people of Ontario, our family has remained transfixed with granite. Sourcing our granite from multiple continents, we provide a diverse group of clientele with beautiful custom granite for whatever purposes they may need. Some of the industries we serve include architects, municipalities, landscapers, memorial retailers, the art community, and more.
Tom Longboat Memorial for Pan Am Games
As athletes gear up for the Pan Am and Parapan Am games this summer, here at HGH Granite we’re hard at work on a memorial for renowned Aboriginal-Canadian runner Tom Longboat. Longboat rose to prominence at the turn of the 20th century, winning the Boston Marathon in 1907 and competing at the Olympics the following year. While serving in the First Word War (and being wounded twice), Longboat competed in a number of overseas events, and ultimately earned a place in Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame.
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