Whelan, Barry. Interview about working as a monumental mason and living in St. John's.

Barry Whelan shares his memories of growing up and living in St. John's. Topics discussed include the family's haunted house, Barry's employment at Muir's Marble Works, and the craft of making trivets.

Bibliographic Details
Main Author:	McGuire, Andrea
Other Authors:	Whelan, Barry, 1946-, Barry Whelan was born in St. John's on April 19, 1946. Growing up, Barry lived on Commonwealth Road in Mt. Pearl, Barnes Road in St. John's, and a house built by his father in the Goulds. Barry began his working life as a monumental mason at Muir's Marble Works in St. John's, and later worked for various airlines. He then lived in Toronto and Australia before returning to St. John's with his family. Barry has two sons, and has worked with stone throughout his life; these days, he is often found making and selling trivets and coasters.
Format:	Audio
Language:	English
Published:	2017
Subjects:	Work Social beliefs practices and customs Towns Houses Monuments Whelan Barry 1946- Newfoundland
Online Access:	http://collections.mun.ca/cdm/ref/collection/ich_avalon/id/6585

Description
Summary:	Barry Whelan shares his memories of growing up and living in St. John's. Topics discussed include the family's haunted house, Barry's employment at Muir's Marble Works, and the craft of making trivets.