Doors Open Halton Region Saturday September 27 & Sunday September 28, 2014 by Green Light Graphics

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DOORS OPEN Halton Region SEPTEMBER 27 & 28, 2014

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Winston Churchill Blvd

See pageS 8 & 9 for detailed maps, or online at: www.DoorsOpenOntario.on.ca (Events-Halton Region) & www.doburlington.com (Featured Events) @doorsopenhalton doorsopenhalton

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Bronte Rd

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Brant St

BURLINGTON

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403 Trafalgar Rd

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MILTON

Winston Churchill Blvd

Campbellville Rd

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Cedar Springs Rd

McNiven Rd

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Doors Open Halton Region

Doors Open Ontario

Halton Region invites you to share its rich heritage, cultural diversity and stunning natural beauty as its many communities open their doors to residents and visitors alike. From the urban communities of Burlington and Oakville on Lake Ontario’s shore to the rural splendor of Halton Hills, and the fast growing town of Milton, there is much to explore. Museums, public buildings, private homes and businesses, industrial complexes, places of worship, and even a wooden sailing ship are all waiting to be discovered, and hundreds of volunteers are waiting to tell their stories.

Doors Open Ontario is a province-wide celebration of broadly defined community heritage. Each year, from April to October, residents and visitors are invited to discover first-hand Ontario’s hidden heritage treasures, some of which have never been open to the public. These can include heritage buildings and sites, gardens and landscapes, places of worship, and areas of industrial heritage among others. Nearly 50 Ontario communities are opening their doors in 2014. The first Doors Open Day (La Journée Portes Ouvertes) took place in France in 1984. The idea spread and in 2000, the City of Toronto held the first event in North America. In 2002, the Ontario Heritage Trust launched Doors Open Ontario, the first province-wide event of its kind in Canada.

The Doors Open Halton Region committee would like to acknowledge Halton Region, Hamilton Halton Brant Regional Tourism Association, and Metroland Media for their generous support of our event.

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Doors Open OAKVILLE Saturday Sept. 27, 10 am to 4 pm & Sunday Sept. 28, 10 am to 4 pm (*except where noted)

amos Biggar House (The Cork House) 2441 Neyagawa Blvd., Oakville, Ontario

Amos Biggar, a United Empire Loyalist, built this home around 1816 in the classical revival style. It is now the home of the Jelinek Cork Group of Oakville. Come explore the museum and product showroom by yourself or on a guided tour.

Bronte Commercial Fishermen's Memorial East side of Bronte Harbour, Oakville, Ontario

Situated on the pathway to Bronte Pier and Lighthouse in Heritage Waterfront Park, this beautiful granite memorial was constructed in memory of the Bronte Commercial Fishermen who ventured onto the lake in good weather and bad to set and lift their nets to earn a living catching ﬁsh.

Canadian Forces armoury Oakville 90 Thomas Street, Oakville, Ontario

Built in the late 1920s by the owners of the Gibson House Hotel, this structure has over the years been a dairy and a bowling alley. It was purchased in 1933 by the Department of National Defense for use as an armoury. Today, it supports the operational requirements of Canadian Forces reserve and cadet units.

Canadian golf Hall of Fame and Museum Glen Abbey Golf Club, 1333 Dorval Drive, Oakville, Ontario

Tour the exhibits, learn about the history of the game, show oﬀ your skills on the putting green and bring along golf-related artifacts for free identiﬁcation and appraisal by the museum’s knowledgeable historians!

Clanmore Montessori School 2463 Lakeshore Road East, Oakville, Ontario (*Saturday only)

converted into a Montessori school in 1997. Two additions have been added since, both designed by local architect Gren Weis. Visitors will be able to enjoy the historical building and the new additions. Students will be available for interpretive re-enactments and tours.

John Bell Chapel at appleby College 540 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville, Ontario

Doors Open OaKVILLe

Built in 1929, the John Bell Chapel stands as a memorial for Appleby boys and masters who served in the Great War. Gothic in design, it has walls built of stone from Lake Ontario, oak panelling and pews, and a gallery of magniﬁcent stained-glass windows. Appleby’s alumni and community greatly revere this chapel.

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See maps on pages 8 & 9

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Doors Open OAKVILLE Saturday Sept. 27, 10 am to 4 pm & Sunday Sept. 28, 10 am to 4 pm (*except where noted)

The Meeting House 2700 Bristol Circle, Oakville, Ontario

This 100,000-square-foot (9,290-square-metre) building now hosts Halton's largest theatre. Today, this multipurpose site (formerly the Lear Company) is used both as a production facility and the home base for all 16 sites of The Meeting House in Ontario. It is also a hopping rental venue. Lots will be happening here on both days of the Doors Open weekend! Sunday services from 9 to 11 a.m. (all are welcome)

Merrick Thomas House Lakeside Park, Navy Street, Oakville, Ontario

Built in 1829 and moved to its present site in 1955, Thomas House is a fine example of a settler’s second house. The one-and-a-half-storey clapboard structure with saltbox roofline, typical of its period, is constructed of white pine logs squared into 12-inch-by-12-inch timbers on a fieldstone foundation. The Oakville Historical Society now operates the house.

Oakville galleries in gairloch gardens 1306 Lakeshore Road East, Oakville, Ontario

This former private estate, built in 1922, was bequeathed to the Town of Oakville by James Gairdner in 1971. Since 1974, the residence has served as a contemporary art museum. Visitors will enjoy an exhibition of the work of Aleesa Cohene, who draws on the domestic character of Gairloch Gardens in her sculptural and video works

Oakville Historical Society archives 110 King Street, Oakville, Ontario

The Cottages, located on the north side of the Erchless Estate, were erected in the mid-1950s. Now equipped with environmental control systems, they provide the historical society with archival storage, a library and display space. During Doors Open, visitors can explore displays entitled Pioneer Days and Great Lake Schooners.

Oakville Masonic Hall 125 Thomas Street, Oakville, Ontario

Masons have been active in Oakville since the early 1800s. Built in 1924, this hall was designed by Brother Connery, an architect and member of the organization. Don’t miss your guided tour through this ﬁne example of beaux arts-style architecture.

Oakville Museum at erchless estate 8 Navy Street, Oakville, Ontario

Doors Open OaKVILLe

This four-acre property includes the circa-1858 home of Oakville’s founding family, the Chisholms, restored to its 1925 appearance, as well as a coach house and gardener’s cottage. Around 1856, R.K. Chisholm constructed the site’s two-storey custom house and bank, the ﬁrst Oakville branch of the Bank of Toronto. The property is now home to the Oakville Museum.

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Doors Open OAKVILLE Saturday Sept. 27, 10 am to 4 pm & Sunday Sept. 28, 10 am to 4 pm (*except where noted)

Oakville's First post Oﬃce Lakeside Park, at the corner of Front and Thomas Streets, Oakville, Ontario

This little building served as the town's ﬁrst post oﬃce from 1835 to 1836. In the early 1950s, it was saved from demolition and moved to Lakeside Park where it became a museum. Come and see the results of recent restoration work.

Oakville St. Mary's Cemetery South of 659 Lyons Lane, Oakville, Ontario

The land for this cemetery was given to the town by Mayor George K. Chisholm in 1858. Many members of Oakville's founding families and other early settlers are buried here. At one time, the cemetery was so neglected that cattle grazed among the tombstones. Because of this, it is believed that many people erected decorative wrought-iron fencing around family plots.

palermo Schoolhouse 2431 Dundas Street West, Oakville, Ontario (*Saturday only)

Palermo had a school as early as 1812, and subsequent schools were built in 1844 and 1875 and rebuilt after storm damage in 1942. The present schoolhouse, which the Trafalgar Township Historical Society restored, incorporates the cornerstone, ﬂoorboards and some windows from the 1875 schoolhouse. It now houses the Trafalgar archives and one-room schoolhouse museum.

Queen elizabeth park Community and Cultural Centre 2302 Bridge Road, Oakville, Ontario (*Saturday only 11 am to 4 pm)

Housed in a renovated, repurposed high school, Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre is a unique multi-purpose LEEDS-certiﬁed recreation, arts and culture facility that opened in spring 2012. In celebration of Doors Open and Culture Days, our community partners/members will provide free interactive activities for all ages. Enjoy free family entertainment, live music, art activities, dance and more!

Schooner anitra Oakville Club, 56 Water Street, Oakville, Ontario

Designed by Montye Macrae and built in Hamilton in 1926, the wooden schooner Anitra is known as the Queen of Lake Ontario. Visitors are welcome to come aboard and discover the joys of sailing and racing, and see how the Anitra was constructed.

Sovereign House 7 West River Street, Oakville, Ontario

Doors Open OaKVILLe

This house, completed in 1846, was built for Charles Sovereign, a local justice of the peace, and moved to its present location in 1988. Renowned author Mazo de la Roche lived here between 1910 and 1915. The Bronte Historical Society now operates the house. Take a guided tour, see a show by local artists and enjoy spectacular views of Bronte Harbour.

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Doors Open OAKVILLE Saturday Sept. 27, 10 am to 4 pm & Sunday Sept. 28, 10 am to 4 pm (*except where noted)

St. John's United Church 262 Randall Street, Oakville, Ontario

Dedicated in 1878, this Victorian Gothic church has been renovated many times in the last 132 years. The church today is a beautiful mix of Gothic and modern amenities, with a welcoming sanctuary for all in the heart of downtown Oakville.

St. Jude's anglican Church 160 William Street, Oakville (*Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday: 12:00 to 4 p.m.)

St Jude’s was established in 1839 and has been in the present building since 1883. The bell tower, completed in 1896, houses a set of nine chimes cast at the Whitechapel Bell Foundry in London, England. The tower clock, installed in 1906, is wound by hand once a week. Extensive renovations were completed in 1956 and again in 1987.

Town Square (Walking Tour of Heritage Homes) Meet at 212 Lakeshore Road East, Oakville, Ontario

Drop by our Doors Open information tent and pick up a map/brochure. Then join a heritage walking tour led by Oakville Historical Society volunteers that will feature the exteriors of many of Oakville's oldest homes, some dating back to the late 1820s – including: The Frontier House, The James McDonald house, The Marlatt Coach House, St. Andrews Church and more! Tours each day at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Turner Chapel antiques 37 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville, Ontario

Doors Open OaKVILLe

Built in 1890 by African-Americans who escaped slavery in the United States, this former church – one of the most beautiful historic structures in Oakville – is now the home of Turner Chapel Antiques. Be sure to visit this symbol of freedom.

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Doors Open MILTON Saturday September 27, 10 am to 4 pm (*except where noted)

Country Heritage park 8560 Tremaine Road, Milton, Ontario

Over 30 historical buildings and 20,000 artifacts on this 30-acre (12-hectare) site – in a spectacular rural location nestled against the Niagara Escarpment – portray Ontario’s rural life from 1830 to the present. Enjoy live demonstrations of steam-powered machinery, plus tractor rides, children’s crafts and farm animals.

Downtown Milton Walking Tours 16 James Street , Milton, Ontario

Start this fascinating walking tour from the Waldie Blacksmith Shop – a community landmark built in 1865 that serviced the community until the early 1970s. This self-guided tour will commemorate the Great War – featuring First World War architectural and historical points of interest along the way. Bring your Blackberry or other device – QR codes will be your guide.

Milton Centre for the arts - Milton public Library 1010 Main Street East, Milton, Ontario (*Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.)

The Milton Centre for the Arts is the community's cornerstone for creativity – and now home to The Milton Public Library. Join us during Doors Open for self-guided tours of the library’s First World War exhibits and displays. In addition, the Milton Concert Band will perform First World War-era music in the MinMaxx Hall Theatre from 1 to 2 p.m.

Waldie Blacksmith Shop 16 James Street, Milton, Ontario

Doors Open MILTON

Waldie’s, a restored post-and-beam structure built in 1865, is a working blacksmith shop with original tools and artifacts used by blacksmiths on forges that have been reconstructed by precision craftsmen. The Milton Historical Society, who currently occupies this historical site, is a member of the Ontario Artist Blacksmith Association.

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Neyagawa Blvd

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Fourth Line

Randall St

22 Rebecca St

Navy St

Water St

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Lakeshore Rd W

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Bronte Rd

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Thomas St

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Bridge Rd

Dorval Dr

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Doors Open HaLTON RegION

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Lakeshore Rd

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55 Burlington Ave

Nelson Ave

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James Snow Parkway

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Doors Open HaLTON RegION

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Doors Open HALTON HILLS Sunday September 28, 10 am to 4 pm (*except where noted)

Barraclough House 25 Mountain Street, Glen Williams, Ontario

Built in 1901, this Edwardian-style home became the property of Ernest Barraclough, owner of the local woolen mill in 1910. The building retains many original features of its era. Lucy Maude Montgomery referred frequently to her aﬀection for this home, having stayed here and frequently dined at, and visited, the home.

Beaumont House 514 Main Street, Glen Williams, Ontario

Built for Charles Williams, second generation of the family that founded the village, this house was the home of Joseph Beaumont, founder of the Beaumont Knitting Mill. The Beaumonts lived here until the late 1990s. Marie Beaumont operated an antiques shop in the barn.

Beaumont Mill 586 Main Street, Glen Williams, Ontario

This grand structure on the banks of the Credit River operated as a hosiery knitting mill for over 100 years. The building now houses an antiques and collectibles market and the Kids & Classics Boatshops Museum, which features many interesting exhibits of antique boats and old motors. Bring the kids for some boat-building fun!

Claessan House 109 Joseph Street, Glen Williams, Ontario

Built in 1884 by James Thomas and Eliza Jane Whetham, this frame farmhouse was sold in 1918 to John and Jane Haines from Somerset, England. Their sons, Thomas and Roland, continued the farm after their father’s death until it was sold to Sheridan Nurseries in 1954 and renovated by the current owners.

Colonel John Roaf Barber armoury 91 Todd Road, Georgetown, Ontario

Built in 1990 to replace the 1860s drill shed, this armoury was named for John Roaf Barber, a local MPP, former reeve of Georgetown and a colonel in the local militia. The building houses both the Lorne Scots Infantry Reserve Unit (celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2014) and the cadets. Tours and First World War-related military displays will be available.

georgetown armoury (globe productions) 14 Park Avenue (Fairgrounds Park), Georgetown

Built during the Fenian Raids, this militia arms storehouse was moved to the fairgrounds to become the drill hall for the Lorne Scots Regiment. Globe Productions, a community musical theatre group, saved the building from demolition and have lovingly restored it. Look for First World War-related exhibits and Globe performers acting out scenes depicting Great War events.

Doors Open HaLTON HILLS

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Doors Open HALTON HILLS Sunday September 28, 10 am to 4 pm (*except where noted)

glen Williams Cemetery 15458 Prince Street, Glen Williams, Ontario

Burials have occurred in this cemetery since 1833; it became part of the village of Glen Williams shortly after the death of Benajah Williams (the village’s founder) in 1851. It is the resting place for many local families. Still open, it was expanded in 1905, 1919 and again in 1957. Enjoy a special guided tour of the village’s founding families.

glen Williams Town Hall 1 Prince Street, Glen Williams, Ontario

In 1871, the good people of the village came together and built this community hall, which later was the Temperance Hall. Times have changed, but nine elected trustees still own and manage the community hall. It once had a stage at one end where school children, church groups and even Lucy Maud Montgomery's drama group performed.

Jacob Williams House 548 Main Street, Glen Williams, Ontario

Built in approximately 1854 for the manager of the Williams woollen mill (by a member of the founding family of Glen Williams), this cottage has been extensively renovated and added to over the years. Visitors can still ﬁnd the original ﬂoors in the front room and the old foundations of a blacksmith's barn that are still visible.

Laidlaw House 519 Main Street, Glen Williams, Ontario

Minor House 3 Prince Street, Glen Williams, Ontario

This home was built in the 1920s by William Schenk, who operated an Orange Crush bottling facility in the adjacent 1870s factory. Prior to that, blacksmith William Tost operated a carriage works in the factory, where he patented the Iron Beam Harrow, a type of plow. Come and visit this charming home and learn more about its history.

Reeve & Clarke Books 521 Main Street, Glen Williams, Ontario

The oldest existing store in Glen Williams was built in 1847 by Thomas Frazier, a tailor. It was a general store in 1852, when Timothy Eaton, a recent immigrant, had his ﬁrst job here. For decades, the building served as an ice cream parlour owned by the Wheeler family. It is an excellent example of an early Victorian commercial building.

Doors Open HaLTON HILLS

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Doors Open HALTON HILLS Sunday September 28, 10 am to 4 pm (*except where noted)

St. alban the Martyr anglican Church 537 Main Street, Glen Williams, Ontario (*Sunday: 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.)

Built in deﬁance of the bishop of the day, St. Alban's is a picturesque stone church that evokes the English countryside. Also on the grounds is a gazebo chapel dedicated to St. Margaret of Scotland. Sunday service from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. (all are welcome)

St. John's United Church 533 Main Street, Glen Williams, Ontario (*Sunday: 12:00 to 4 p.m.)

With land provided by village founder Benajah Williams in 1840, a Methodist frame church was built. A stone foundation followed in 1868 and, in 1903, the church was bricked over. It became the United Church in 1925 and is now under the charge of St. John’s Church in Georgetown. The rear addition was completed in 1962. Historical displays featured inside.

Union presbyterian Church 16789 22 Sideroad, Georgetown, Ontario (*Sunday: 12:00 to 4 p.m.)

Formed in 1833 by farmers between Terra Cotta and Glen Williams, this Presbyterian congregation built the magniﬁcent stone Union Church in 1884 to replace their ﬁrst log church built in 1835. In 1926, together with Norval, the congregation welcomed minister Rev. Ewen Macdonald and his wife, the famous Canadian author Lucy Maud Montgomery.

Williams Mill 515 Main Street, Glen Williams, Ontario

The Williams Mill, a great example of restored and repurposed historical buildings, shows how an 1870 frame structure and an 1898 stone building has become the working studios of over 30 artists, glass blowers, jewelry makers, painters, sculptors, carvers, caning masters and clothing designers. See original ﬂoors, wooden beams and exposed stone walls.

Doors Open BURLINGTON Saturday September 27, 10 am to 4 pm (*except where noted)

antique Fire Truck 426 Brant Street, Burlington, Ontario

Purchased by the City of Burlington in 1925 for the sum of $5,100, this 1923 truck was used as an emergency pump at the city’s public works department. It is now maintained by Burlington's Station #1 volunteer ﬁre ﬁghters. During Doors Open, this heritage vehicle will be displayed at Burlington City Hall.

Doors Open HaLTON HILLS / BURLINgTON

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Doors Open BURLINGTON Saturday September 27, 10 am to 4 pm (*except where noted)

art gallery of Burlington 1333 Lakeshore Road, Burlington, Ontario

Founded in 1978, AGB is the seventh largest public art gallery in Ontario. It’s fully equipped studios are home to seven very active artist and artisan guilds. AGB is welcoming anyone interested in exploring art.

Burlington Cenotaph 426 Brant Street, Burlington, Ontario

The Burlington cenotaph, a stone column topped by a bronze statue of a First World War soldier in battle dress, was erected in Spencer Smith Park in 1922. Later moved to a small park near the new city hall, the monument honours soldiers from Burlington and Nelson Township who died in the two world wars and the Korean War.

Burlington City Hall & Civic Square 426 Brant Street, Burlington, Ontario

Burlington’s town hall oﬃcially opened in 1965. The building went through a major expansion in 1986, adding 60,000 sq. ft. of space, as well as adding the Civic Square and the city’s crest on the front of the building. A fountain was installed in the square in 2000 as a millennium project. The Antique Fire Truck and the Freeman Station display are here as well. Attend a tribute to the WW1 anniversary at 11:15; join a walking tour of the downtown at 11:45 and 2:00 p.m.

Burlington Curling Club 2295 New Street, Burlington, Ontario

The Burlington Curling Club was established in 1952 and is now celebrating its 62nd anniversary. Their 5 sheets of ice will be installed in September and on September 27th, they are hosting an introduction to curling for those new to the sport. Come to see the club’s photo albums covering events over the past 60 years and chat to club members.

Burlington Lawn Bowling Club 2275 New Street, Burlington, Ontario

The Burlington Lawn Bowling Club was established in 1969 through a merger of three Burlington based clubs: one that operated in the downtown, one from Aldershot and a third that operated in Roseland. In return for the land from the downtown and Aldershot clubs, the Town of Burlington built the clubhouse and developed 2 full-sized greens (with 8 rinks each), on town land in Central Park which were oﬃcially opened in April 1971.

Burlington performing arts Centre 440 Locust Street, Burlington, Ontario (*Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.)

Burlington’s new Performing Arts Centre opened in 2011. Its two theatres – the Main Theatre seating 718 and the Community Studio Theatre seating 150 – are the only performing arts spaces in Ontario that have achieved LEEDS Gold certiﬁcation (and only the second in Canada) and is gaining world-wide recognition for the architects Diamond and Schmitt (who also designed the new Mariinsky Theatre in St. Petersburg, Russia.

Doors Open BURLINgTON

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Doors Open BURLINGTON Saturday September 27, 10 am to 4 pm (*except where noted)

Burlington Seniors’ Centre 2285 New Street, Burlington, Ontario

Originally the Town of Burlington provided seniors’ programming from Lankester Lodge which was originally part of the Lankester farm located on the land where the Central Library now stands. The current Seniors’ Centre was opened in 1979. Come and view photographs of old Burlington and chat to with those who have many wonderful memories of Burlington’s history and development.

Burlington Tennis Club 2275 New Street, Burlington, Ontario

The Burlington Tennis Club is one of 5 private tennis clubs in Burlington and is run by volunteers and members. It was founded in 1960 and the original clubhouse was approximately where the driveway from Drury Lane to Central Park is now. The current clubhouse (architect: Ray Carter) received a design award from the Ontario Association of Architects in 1975.

Diﬀerent Drummer Books 503 Locust Street, Burlington, Ontario

This beautiful three-storey brick house was constructed in 1906 for Elgin Harris, the young publisher and editor of the Burlington Gazette. He published that paper for 57 years, from 1899 until 1956. He was also Burlington’s Reeve in 1921 and Mayor in 1923-24. Since 1975, the building has housed Diﬀerent Drummer Books, one of Canada’s most cherished independent bookstores.

Église Saint-philippe 472 Locust Street, Burlington, Ontario

Built in 1875 by James Cushie Bent, this church was purchased in 1968 by the Roman Catholic Church to serve the local francophone congregation as the Église Saint-Philippe. The church blends a simple Gothic revival style – evident in the Gothic-arched windows and door – with an Italianate square tower with bull’s-eye windows.

Freeman Station Display 426 Brant Street, Burlington, Ontario

The Burlington Grand Trunk Railway station, built in 1906, served Burlington until 1988. This building is the only one in Burlington whose historical and architectural signiﬁcance has been recognized municipally, provincially and nationally. The Friends of Freeman Station group is in the process of restoring the station. Come and see a scale model of the station and view historical photographs.

gingerbread House gardens 1375 Ontario Street, Burlington, Ontario

The Burlington Gingerbread House is a charming historical home built by A. B. Coleman in 1893, situated in the heart of Burlington. Visit the beautiful Victorian garden and revel in the architectural details and view a slide show of the interior features of the house.

Doors Open BURLINgTON

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Doors Open BURLINGTON Saturday September 27, 10 am to 4 pm (*except where noted)

Joseph Brant Museum 1240 North Shore Boulevard, Burlington, Ontario

Burlington’s community museum is a replica of the original homestead of Captain Joseph Brant (1742–1807), a prominent Mohawk leader and Loyalist. In 1798, King George III granted Brant – also known as Thayendanegea – 3,450 acres (1,396 hectares) at the “Head of the Lake” (Burlington Bay). The museum has a collection of more than 10,000 artifacts.

Knox presbyterian Church 461 Elizabeth Street, Burlington, Ontario

When the ﬁrst parishioners gathered for worship at Knox Presbyterian Church in 1845, the community was known as Wellington Square rather than Burlington. In 1877, when the present sanctuary was built, the original church building was relocated to this site, and is known today as the Bell Tower Room.

Masonic Hall 463 Brant Street, Burlington, Ontario

Take this opportunity to tour inside the Burlington Masonic Hall which is rarely open to the public. The original building, constructed between 1850 and 1853, housed James Allen's carriage making business, which produced many of the horse carts and sleighs for the Hamilton Street Railway. The Masons purchased the building in 1909 and expanded it in 1953-54. The meeting hall and banquet room are on the second floor; the first floors are rented for commercial purposes.

Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #60 828 Legion Road, Burlington, Ontario (*Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.)

The original Great War Veteran’s Association began meeting just after WW1 and purchased their ﬁrst clubhouse (now the Iron Duke on Elizabeth St). The branch grew signiﬁcantly after WW11 and moved to its current location in 1959. The War Museum, featuring artifacts from WW11, opened in 2005. Join us for self guided tours, displays and meet some of our members. Lunch will be available at a cost.

Theatre Burlington 2311 New Street, Burlington, Ontario

Founded in 1952 as Burlington Little Theatre (renamed in 2002 as part of the 50th anniversary), the Drama Centre (built in conjunction with the Parks and Recreation Department adjacent to the Music Centre which houses the Teen Tour Band and Junior Redcoats) includes a full size auditorium and stage, a green room, costume and props room, control booth, kitchen, storage area and printing room.

Wellington Square United Church 2121 Caroline Street, Burlington, Ontario

Wellington Square United Church is inviting you to help celebrate their 50th year at the current location and to learn about their history that goes back to the founding of some of Burlington’s earliest churches. Architects of the current church were Bruce, Brown and Brisley and the stained glass windows were designed by Ms Yvonne Williams. Come and see photographs and displays including 5 scrolls with the names of church members who served in WW1 and WW11.

Doors Open BURLINgTON

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