Sir John Johnson Manor House Doors Open Cornwall and SDG Counties
Sir John Johnson (a prominent colonial military leader and administrator) founded Williamstown in 1784 after the American Revolution. He built this manor house – one of the oldest west of Quebec – as well as a gristmill and sawmill. Johnson was responsible for settling disbanded Loyalist soldiers and their families and other refugees from the Quebec border to Prince Edward County.
- Parking
- Partial wheelchair access
- Washrooms
- National Historic Site (Canada)
- Kid-friendly
- Guided tours available
Contact info
19692 William StreetWilliamstown, Ontario
Telephone: 613-347-2356
Email: sirjohnjohnsonmanorhouse@bellnet.ca
Architecture
Year built: Begun in 1784Architectural style: Georgian
Building type: Historical landmark
Dates/hours open
Saturday August 17 – Sunday August 18, 2019Saturday and Sunday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.