Auchmar EstateDoors Open Hamilton

  • Kid-friendly
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
Auchmar Estate

The Auchmar estate, built in the 1850's for the Buchanan family in the Gothic Revival style, has been host to numerous owners and their stories. Over time, it transitioned through the Trigg and Young families, and later served as a convalescent home for the Royal Canadian Air Force and a religious retreat for the Hungarian Sisters of Social Service.

Auchmar was originally home to the honourable Isaac Buchanan (a local businessman and politician). Throughout the years, Auchmar has also been home to the Young family (local entrepreneurs), the Royal Canadian Air Force and the Hungarian Sisters of Social Service. During Digital Doors Open, discover the history of the house and listen to a short lecture on the past, present and future of the property. View a photo tour of Auchmar below. And explore virtual tours and stories of the house and its past inhabitants on their Instagram page. Check their Instagram page daily for new photos and stories!

Contact info

88 Fennell Avenue West (at West 5th Street)
Hamilton, Ontario
E-mail: museums@hamilton.ca
https://www.friendsofauchmar.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1852-54
Building type:Historical landmarkHistorical house
Architectural style:Gothic revival

Dates/hours open

May 02, 10:00am - May 03, 04:00pm

Saturday and Sunday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.