While this site has participated in Doors Open Ontario in the past, it is not part of the current season’s program. Please check the Home page for this year’s events and participating sites.

Hamilton Filtration Buildingin-person Doors Open Hamilton Region

New

  • In-person
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
Hamilton Filtration Building

Enjoy a rare opportunity to learn about the City of Hamilton's historical and current drinking water system, including the filtration process, through a guided tour of the Learning Centre, Filter Gallery and Control Room. See how the extensive structural rehabilitation and architectural facelift in 2010 returned this plant to its original art deco grandeur.

Architecture

Year built: 1936
Building type:Government building
Architect: W.L. McFaul (city engineer)
Architectural style:Art deco

Dates/hours open

May 06, 10:00am - May 07, 04:00pm

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