Prairie Elevators of the Past
Featured Work
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Parkbeg Sask by PFrogg
Paterson Grain in Parkbeg Sasktchewan / Olympus E510 14/42 lens / June 09
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Dawson Creek BC by peaceofthenorth
at sunrise the old grain elevator stands tall await a new day….
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Times Change by Donna Ridgway
What was once the life’s blood of a prairie town, is now an eye sore. It remains, because there are old timers, who remember this building and what it meant, with affection. It’s not what’s left that’s important, it’s what was…. This is the old grain elevator at Hobson, Montana. 09/09 / Thank you!
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Still Standing by Beth Mason
On a visit to my Mom’s place in southern Saskatchewan, I was happy to see that one of the grain elevators was left standing in her town. A resident bought it and still operates it privately. It was sad to see so many others gone or in disrepair as we drove through my old stomping grounds. Location: Aneroid, Saskatchewan Equipment/Info: Nikon D-40, f-10, 1/80 sec, circular polariser, Tamron 18-270mm lens
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an elevator called Dorothy by wdphotografics
Abandoned grain elevator at Dorothy, Alberta – Canada
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A Priarie Town Morning by Mindy McGregor
Picture of a small Prarie town in Saskatchewan Candada.
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Days Gone By by Magnum1975
Shot in Creston, BC, Canada *Spotlight of the week in “Prairie Sentinals of the Past” Group. I am so proud. *
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The Side You Don't Usually See by Leanna Lomanski
Everyone (or everyone from rural areas, anyway) recognizes the grain elevator’s classic shape. This is a shot from the side of an out of service elevator in Lethbridge, AB. It appears that it was taken over by a seed company but they too, have now abandoned the structure. Canon A710IS, 5.8 mm, F/4, 1/800, Sepia and contrast adjustments Thanks so much for stopping by—my other work can be seen by theme here….......
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by the track by Cheryl Dunning
another view of the inglis grain elevators… / this time from the back… / I was standing on the track in the back of these elevators… / 4 out of 5 standing since 1922. / Rows of elevators were once a prominant feature in many larger communities across the Prairies. Now most of the elevators are gone and the only known row left standing is at Inglis. The elevators have endured thanks to the determination and dedication of the people in the Inglis area, who recognized early on that the elevators are an enduring symbol of the Prairies, agriculture and a way of life.
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*Lena*...just a little by Larry Trupp
! “*Lena…just a little” was featured in the Prairie Elevators of the Past group in 17 September 2009. !LOCATION: This is the old grain elevator at Lena, Manitoba on Highway #18 just 11 miles from the USA border. As far as I know it was built back in the late 20,s…As far as I know It is not in use today, and is not on a rail line at all. So the grain has to be tranported to Killarney which is the nearest rail line running East and West. I could not find out anymore details, sorry. Note: What is unique here is that I was down in the ditch when I shot this one, and did not realize it was not even level….I guess that’s in keeping with the name,...LENA....lol
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Grain Elevator Dorothy, Alberta by Amanda White
Taken in the ghost town of Dorothy, Alberta Canada The village of Dorothy, which never grew beyond 100 residents, is considered one of Alberta’s classic pioneer communities, serving as a popular social centre in the first half of the 20th century in the heart of the province’s famed Badlands Country.Dorothy is located about 15 miles southeast of Drumheller in a flat valley bottom. There were originally 3 grain elevators on this site, the Alberta Wheal Pool, The Alberta Pacific and the United Grain Growers but now only one remains.
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Old Grain Elevator by Deborah Allen
Out for a country drive when I came across this area of old cabins and buildings. This grain elevator is just outside the city limits near Snowville Utah.
Recent Work
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Bladworth, SK Grain Elevator by Vickie Emms
Featured in Rural Across the Globe – October 30, 2009 This operational grain elevator is located in Bladworth, Saskatchewan, Canada. It was built in 1958 after the frame annex was built in 1954. It’s run by the Saskatchewan Wheat Pool. We found this elevator still in operation with a truck inside unloading it’s grain. It’s on the list of Saskatchewan’s Heritage Foundation’s list of 534 elevators in the province still standing. / (http://www.tpcs.gov.sk.ca/2008Inventory) / / Canon EOS 50D; Canon 17-85mm lens / Dynamic Photo HDR
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Grain Elevator by Alyce Taylor
An old weather-beaten grain elevator stands amid green fields, fresh turned earth is piled in the foreground from the field being tilled. Captured near Magrath, Alberta, Canada; using a Canon Rebel XSi.
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Mr. Peanut by Dan Budde
Driving into Clinton, Iowa across the Mississippi River heading west the Mr. Peanut Planters elevator was the landmark for years. Not actually a peanut storage elevator but one for grain. / The Planters logo was painted on after the company bought the structure from the Pillsbury Company. You can see the Pillsbury logo appearing as the Planters logo peels off. In the 80s some daring graffiti artist painted a mustache and goatee on the peanut man and through the years the logos and graffiti have faded and peeled into a interesting subject for a painting. In 2007 the elevator was demolished
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Mondry Grain Co., Ardoch, ND. by Vickie Emms
I spent hours researching this old elevator on the internet and found nothing that could tell me the age of it. Ardoch, ND that I came across on my visit to the US last week, netted me this beautiful old gem of a prairie icon. I would estimate the age to be around 100 years. If anyone knows, please let me know. The name on the building is Mondry Grain Co. The other wording is unreadable, but goes something like Feed, __, Seeds_. / See the secondary image for the name. / / / Showing the wording on the elevator / Canon EOS 50D; 17-85mm lens / 1/200 sec.; F/10; 17mm; ISO 100 / Dynamic Photo HDR
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The Grey Ghost by Donna Ridgway
This elevator sits in Cascade, Montana. I took this photo as we drove down city streets. So many elevators are becoming things of the past, it seemed fitting this one looked like a ghost through the trees. / _____ / Canon 10D, 70-300 mm lens
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Tyndall, Manitoba Grain Elevator by Vickie Emms
This old grain elevator stands near Tyndall, Manitoba. The railway tracks have been removed and it’s no longer in use. There was no identification or name on the elevator, it may be used by a farmer in the area. I have no idea in searching to know what grain company operated it. If someone can help with that, please get in touch with me. / / Canon EOS50D; Canon 17-85mm lens
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Shaunavon Pair by PFrogg
Taken in Shaunavon Saskatchewan / these are both in use by GWR as CPR let this / line go into abandonment the GWR but it from CPR / there first Locomotive was a hwy tractor converted / for rail use bring cars to the railhead with CPR / taken with Olympus E510 14/42 lens / photomatix ,lightroom HDR
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Still Standing by Beth Mason
On a visit to my Mom’s place in southern Saskatchewan, I was happy to see that one of the grain elevators was left standing in her town. A resident bought it and still operates it privately. It was sad to see so many others gone or in disrepair as we drove through my old stomping grounds. Location: Aneroid, Saskatchewan Equipment/Info: Nikon D-40, f-10, 1/80 sec, circular polariser, Tamron 18-270mm lens
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Dollard Guard by PFrogg
Taken in Dollard Saskatchewan Sept 2009 / this elevator is still in use on Short Line in / Southwestern Saskatchewan GWR it is not operated by the / big grain companies ,shows what can happen when the greed factor is removed and locals can operate these magnificent / prairie giants / taken with Olympus E510 14/42 lens / photomatix pro 3.1 lightroom 2.3 HDR /
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Simmie Deralict by PFrogg
this elevator sits on its site were it was built / all tracks are removed and left to the elements / taken in Simmie Saskatchewan Sept-2009 / Olympus E510 14/42 lens HDR / lightroom 2.3 photomatix 3.2
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Times Change by Donna Ridgway
What was once the life’s blood of a prairie town, is now an eye sore. It remains, because there are old timers, who remember this building and what it meant, with affection. It’s not what’s left that’s important, it’s what was…. This is the old grain elevator at Hobson, Montana. 09/09 / Thank you!
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Rex is King by Donna Ridgway
This sign is on the old grain elevator in Sun River, Montana. It’s not in use any more. I googled this elevator, but didn’t find any specific information on it. These old signs are fast fading, elevators and old buildings are being torn down…I like to preserve them with my camera. Nikon D300 / hand held / 70-300 mm lens
About This Group
To highlight the old prairie sentinels of North America and finding out the history as best we can. The older the better, dilapidated or still standing firm, renovated, moved to another location and/or used for another purpose.
No excessive post-development of images please. Some photoshop to enhance the natural lighting, tones and textures is okay but no collages or composite images.
No huge modern concrete elevators will be accepted
We are looking for the old structures made of wood.
We would like to have a brief history included if possible. Searching the name/location of the old elevator online will bring up some sites that can give you this info. If you can’t find any information, please state that you at least tried.
You may upload 2 images/per day
A location of where the elevator was photographed is required for acceptance to the group.
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