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DesBrisay Museum, Bridgewater

Water Carnival

In 1935, newspaper editor C.J. Cragg (1861-1944) initiated the idea of holding a Venetian water carnival in Bridgewater. The carnival featured fireworks, illuminated boats, bands and competitions. In 1948, the water carnival drew over twelve thousand people. By 1960 the carnival had ended.

Date: [ca. 1930]

Reference:  DesBrisay Museum 92.13.5

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