Most people are probably unaware that Alexander Graeme Bell spent a large part of his life in Baddeck, Nova Scotia and is buried along with his wife Mabel at Bienn Breagh, the very large castle-like home that he built so he didn't have to spend all his time in Washington. The home, while not open to the public, is still used by members of his family. The town boasts a large museum containing many of his original inventions donated by his family. Amongst these are a hydrofoil and an aeroplane, not forgetting of course the telephone. One of his passions was photography which has meant that an impressive visual record has been kept of his exploits, inventions and his family life. He was also interested in assisting the deaf to be able to hear. It was through this means that he met his wife as he was employed to help her, as she had become deaf at the age of 5 when she contracted scarlet fever. The town has the info centre; a large court house built around 1841 and of course a selection of gift stores. Just about everybody sells "Crocs", those plastic shoes that come in all different colours, and over here, a selection of styles. The temperature was fairly warm so we made use of the heated pool when we returned to the camp. - Just enough to take the chill off while still being refreshing.
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