Erin
Event information
Saturday, June 8, 2019 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Experience the Town of Erin by visiting some of our fascinating and charming treasures during Doors Open Erin.
Community information
Erin is a beautiful place to visit and find your roots in small-town charm and rural simplicity. Heritage buildings, winding country roads and fertile farmers’ fields abound.
Erin has a strong heritage in agriculture; our roots date back to the early 1800s. Whether it is in a local eatery, pick-your-own farm or the local Farmers’ Market, Erin is central to being delicious and local.
Want to get outside? Erin boasts a huge network of trails and local parks – great for outdoor hiking, winter sports, cycling, horse-riding and exploring.
The Town of Erin offers a beautiful, rural setting – no matter what time of year you visit. Enjoy our festive events, explore winter’s natural allure and pick up unique treasures for everyone on your gift list.
The villages and hamlets of Erin are home to family-owned and -operated businesses that offer a great selection of beautiful home décor, gift items, fashion, art and delicious local food.
Become a volunteer
Doors Open Erin is a rewarding and enjoyable volunteer opportunity that helps keep our town’s heritage alive.
If you would like to volunteer for this event, please contact Robyn Mulder at 519-855-4407, ext. 241.
Contact info
11 sites found
Angelstone International Show Jumping Tournaments Doors Open Erin
Canada’s fastest-growing show jumping tournament venue, Angelstone hosts four weeks of equestrian show jumping in June and August. During Doors Open, visitors can stroll the grounds and take in the action with over 500 of North America’s top horses competing in four rings throughout the property. At 6 p.m., Angelstone will present the Headwaters Cup, featuring Olympians and their jumpers.
- Parking
- Food vendors
- French services available
- Kid-friendly
- Self-guided tours available
Architecture
Year built: 2011Landscape: Landscape
Dates/hours open
Saturday June 8, 2019Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Century Church Theatre Doors Open Erin
Built in 1906, this former church features original elm panelling, curved pews, stained-glass windows, horse-tethering rings and many features that were modern for its time. The building, now the vibrant home of Century Church Theatre, also boasts one of Ontario’s largest bat colonies! In June, the theatre will be celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Erin Arts Foundation.
- Parking
- Washrooms
- Kid-friendly
- Self-guided tours available
Contact info
72 Trafalgar RoadHillsburgh, Ontario
Telephone: 519-855-4586
http://centurychurchtheatre.com
Architecture
Year built: 1906Building type: Place of worship, Theatre
Dates/hours open
Saturday June 8, 2019Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Devonshire Guest House Doors Open Erin
This stately guest house sits on part of the original 81 hectares (200 acres) of Crown land that Abraham Nelles claimed in 1820 and sold to Daniel McMillan in 1836. In 1846, Daniel sold half of the land to Charles McMillan, who built the house. Now a bed and breakfast, the house has original stained glass, wood trim and hardware.
- Parking
- Washrooms
- Guided tours available
Architecture
Year built: 1856Architect: Charles McMillan
Building type: Commercial
Dates/hours open
Saturday June 8, 2019Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Heartwood Farm & Cidery Doors Open Erin
New
Since 2005, Val and Brent have been running a small, diversified farm operation that invites people to explore the workings of an ecological farm. When they started making hard apple cider commercially two years ago, that exploration got even tastier. Enjoy some historical flavour at Heartwood Farm & Cidery – Erin's first "legal" adult beverage producer since the late 1800s.
Contact info
5438 Second LineErin, Ontario
Telephone: 416-527-4352
Email: info@heartwoodfarm.ca
http://heartwoodfarm.ca
Architecture
Year built: late 1800s; cidery in 2017Building type: Attraction, Commercial, Food and drink
Landscape: Landscape
Dates/hours open
Saturday June 8, 2019Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Hillsburgh House by the Pond Doors Open Erin
Hillsburgh House is a charming century farmhouse in the beautiful town of Hillsburgh, featuring two guest rooms, lovely gardens and a peaceful view of Mill Pond. Popular guest activities include making s'mores by campfire, relaxing in the outdoor hot tub or enjoying refreshments on one of three patios. Come and join us for lemonade, iced tea and a special treat!
- Parking
- Guided tours available
Contact info
3 Station StreetHillsburgh, Ontario
Telephone: 519-855-9487
www.bbcanada.com/hillsburghhousebythepond
Architecture
Year built: 1894Architect: Awrey Brothers
Architectural style: Victorian
Building type: Commercial
Landscape: Garden
Dates/hours open
Saturday June 8, 2019Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Hillsburgh Library Doors Open Erin
New
Opened in June 2018, this new library sits on the shores of a mill pond that was once part of the Gooderham and Worts distillery empire. This branch is a stunning addition to the county library system. VG Architects successfully incorporated an 1892 rural home into a modern glass-and-brick addition that features expansive views of the pond.
- Parking
- Full wheelchair access
- Washrooms
- Kid-friendly
- Self-guided tours available
Contact info
9 Station StreetHillsburgh, Ontario
Telephone: 519-855-4010
Email: hillsburghlib@wellington.ca
www.wellington.ca/en/discover/aboutus_library.aspx
Architecture
Year built: Original home 1892; new library 2017-18Architect: new library, VG Architects
Architectural style: Victorian
Building type: Library
Landscape: Landscape
Dates/hours open
Saturday June 8, 2019Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
LongRun Thoroughbred Retirement Society Doors Open Erin
The LongRun Thoroughbred Retirement Society is a registered charity that provides Ontario’s thoroughbred racehorses with a happy and dignified retirement when their careers at the track are over, and to educate Ontario’s horse industry and the public about the merits of this program. They currently care for over 50 retirees at their Hillsburgh farm while they await loving new homes.
- Parking
- Partial wheelchair access
- Guided tours available
Architecture
Dates/hours open
Saturday June 8, 2019Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Porcupine's Quill, The Doors Open Erin
New
The Porcupine's Quill is an artisanal publisher that values the art and craft of the book, both in content and in form. Their mandate is to preserve the culture of the printed word by using their expertise in the art of 20th-century offset printing technology to create quality books that look and feel like 19th-century letterpress products.
- Parking
- Communication
Contact info
68 Main StreetErin, Ontario
Telephone: 519-833-9158
Email: pql@sentex.net
www.porcupinesquill.ca
Architecture
Year built: late 1890sArchitect: Benjamin Mundell (builder)
Architectural style: Victorian
Building type: Commercial
Dates/hours open
Saturday June 8, 2019Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Tailwinds Bed & Breakfast Doors Open Erin
Tailwinds Bed & Breakfast strives to embody the town's mantra: "Where urban style meets country charm." Tailwinds is operated from a custom-built home nestled on vibrant wetlands. The Elora Cataract Trailway is just steps from the front door. After an adventure on the trail, rest in the sunroom or take a relaxing soak in the upstairs bathroom.
- Parking
- Washrooms
- Kid-friendly
- Guided tours available
- Self-guided tours available
Architecture
Building type: CommercialDates/hours open
Saturday June 8, 2019Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Woodlands Farm Doors Open Erin
Woodlands Farm raises thoroughbred racehorses. This land – part of the McKinnon ancestral farm – has raised multiple Queen's Quineas winners and a Queen's Plate champion. Residing at the farm are this year's foals and their mothers, young racehorses in training, as well as older horses. The owners look forward to introducing you to these beautiful animals who love company. Bring carrots!
- Parking
- Partial wheelchair access
- Washrooms
- Kid-friendly
- Self-guided tours available
Architecture
Year built: 2000Dates/hours open
Saturday June 8, 2019Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Woollen Mills Trail Doors Open Erin
New
Visit the ruins of the Cornock Woollen Mills and learn about the flora and fauna along the West Credit River by joining a naturalist and historian on this short and beautiful looped trail hike. The trail is good for all skill levels, with great access for hikers, walkers and bikers. Credit Valley Conservation signboards provide an excellent history of Erin.
- Parking
Contact info
Meet in the parking lot of St. John Brebeuf Catholic School (30 Millwood Road)Erin, Ontario
www.erin.ca/living-here/trails
Architecture
Landscape: TrailDates/hours open
Saturday June 8, 2019Saturday: one-hour tours at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.