Old Federal Building (Post Office)in-person Doors Open Carleton Place
- In-person
- 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
- Guided tours available
- Self-guided tours available
This building, designed by Thomas Fuller (architect of Ottawa’s Peace Tower and many post offices throughout Canada), was constructed of red sandstone atop a limestone foundation. It served as the post office/customs house until 1970 and has been converted into offices and apartments. During Doors Open, the main floor offices will be open. Ask about the clock, added in 1913.
Contact info
81 Bridge StreetCarleton Place, Ontario
E-mail: cpbmuseum@outlook.com
https://heritagecarletonplace.com/miscellaneous1
Architecture
Year built: 1891Building type:Government buildingHistorical landmarkPost office
Architect: Thomas Fuller
Architectural style:Gothic revivalRomanesque revival
Dates/hours open
Sep 14, 10:00am - Sep 14, 04:00pmSaturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.