Wellington County Administration Centre and Law LibraryDoors Open Guelph
New
- Full wheelchair access
- Guided tours available
- Kid-friendly
- Parking
- Site has blue and gold provincial plaque
- Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust
- Washrooms
- Photography allowed
Constructed by William Allan of local limestone in 1842-44, the original County Court House is one of Guelph’s most significant buildings. It has been enlarged several times over the years. Walls from the original jail surround a secret garden. The Law Library is housed in the former 1911 jail building, known as the “County Bucket,” which was vacated in 1980.
Contact info
74 Woolwich StreetGuelph, Ontario
E-mail: jennifera@wellington.ca
https://www.wellington.ca/your-government/contact-us
Architecture
Year built: 1842-44Building type:CourthouseGovernment building
Architect: William Allan
Dates/hours open
Apr 26, 10:00am - Apr 26, 04:00pmSaturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.