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Willowbank School of Restoration Arts Doors Open Niagara-on-the-Lake

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Willowbank School of Restoration Arts

Come and visit this beautiful national historic site, Willowbank, which was built in 1834-36 in the Greek classical revival style. Since 2006, Willowbank has been home to the School of Restoration Arts. The school’s Heritage Conservation diploma program has trained students in the theory and practice of this unique field, helping shape a new generation of heritage conservation leaders.

  • Digital Doors Open
  • Adaptive reuse
  • Full wheelchair access
  • National Historic Site (Canada)
  • Parking
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Site has blue and gold provincial plaque
  • Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust
  • Washrooms
  • Videos
  • Virtual tours

Contact info

14487 Niagara Parkway
Queenston, Ontario
Email: willowbank@willowbank.ca
https://willowbank.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1834-36
Building type: Educational facility Historical landmark Historical house
Architect: John Latshaw

Exchange Brewery, The Doors Open Niagara-on-the-Lake

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Exchange Brewery, The

Constructed in 1880, this building was Niagara's first telephone exchange. In 2015, it was transformed into a brewery, but retains some of its original features. Original hemlock floor joists became the second-floor bar and tabletops. Some nods to the building's use as a telephone exchange include brewing numbers (instead of names) and a tasting board shaped like a rotary dial.

  • Digital Doors Open
  • Adaptive reuse
  • French services available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Videos

Contact info

7 Queen Street
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
Email: info@exchangebrewery.com
https://exchangebrewery.com

Architecture

Year built: 1880; adapted in 2015
Building type: Commercial Food and drink
Architect: Williamson Chong

Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery Doors Open Niagara-on-the-Lake

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Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery

The Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery is a timeless Niagara destination for award-winning wines and world-class farm-to-table cuisine. It is steeped in history, family legacy and agricultural heritage. Situated in the heart of St. Davids, this charming and historical property offers a unique escape from the everyday hustle and bustle while being conveniently located only minutes from the Queen Elizabeth Way.

  • Adaptive reuse
  • Food vendors
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

1366 York Road
St. Davids, Ontario
Email: info@ravinevineyard.com
https://www.ravinevineyard.com

Architecture

Year built: 1867
Building type: Attraction Commercial Food and drink

Dates/hours open

Oct 18, 11:00am - Oct 18, 08:00pm

1855 Accelerator Doors Open Whitby

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1855 Accelerator

1855 Accelerator, which served as the Ontario County Land Registry office from 1873-1987, was part of a block that included a courthouse and jail. Today, it is the home for business innovation and support. Come and see how this heritage building has been refreshed and adapted to assist the rapid growth of Durham Region's innovation ecosystem — Whitby's first accelerator hub!

  • Adaptive reuse
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

400 Centre Street South
Whitby, Ontario
Email: events@whitby.ca
https://1855whitby.com

Architecture

Year built: 1875
Building type: Courthouse Government building

Dates/hours open

Oct 18, 10:00am - Oct 18, 04:00pm

Burr Lodge Doors Open Whitby

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Burr Lodge

Burr Lodge, a historical private residence in Whitby, was built in 1855 by James Wallace, the town’s second mayor. This charming heritage property reflects mid-19th-century architecture and offers a glimpse into Whitby’s early civic history. Wallace played a significant role in the town’s development, and Burr Lodge stands as a lasting tribute to his legacy.

  • Guided tours available
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

918 Centre Street South
Whitby, Ontario
Email: events@whitby.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1855
Building type: Private residence
Architect: James Wallace

Dates/hours open

Oct 18, 10:00am - Oct 18, 04:00pm

Camp X Memorial, Intrepid Park Doors Open Whitby

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Camp X Memorial, Intrepid Park

Camp X once trained agents for secret missions behind enemy lines and hosted the largest wartime communications hub — linking Washington, New York and London. It has been commemorated as a National Historic Site, highlighting its vital role in Allied intelligence. This facility was crucial to Allied intelligence, making it one of Canada’s most important — and secret — Second World War landmarks.

  • Guided tours available
  • National Historic Site (Canada)
  • Parking
  • Self-guided tours available

Contact info

2008 Boundary Road
Whitby, Ontario
Email: events@whitby.ca
http://www.camp-x.com/camp-x.html

Architecture

Year built: 1941
Building type: Attraction Historical landmark Military
Architect: Canadian Government

Dates/hours open

Oct 18, 10:00am - Oct 18, 04:00pm

Centennial Building Doors Open Whitby

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Centennial Building

The Ontario County Courthouse was built between 1852 and 1854. By 1964, however, the building had become too small to accommodate the county’s needs and a new courthouse was built on Rossland Road. In 1967, with assistance from the Canada Centennial Project, the original courthouse was reopened as a community centre known as the Whitby Centennial Building.

  • Adaptive reuse
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Rental opportunities

Contact info

416 Centre Street South
Whitby, Ontario
Email: events@whitby.ca
https://www.whitby.ca/en/play/community-centres.aspx

Architecture

Year built: 1852-54
Building type: Attraction Courthouse Historical landmark Theatre
Architect: Frederic Cumberland and William Storm, Toronto

Dates/hours open

Oct 18, 10:00am - Oct 18, 04:00pm

Lynde House Museum and Warren General Store Doors Open Whitby

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Lynde House Museum and Warren General Store

Lynde House, built c. 1812, is Durham Region’s oldest home. It served as a tavern during the War of 1812 and has moved locations twice. Today, it is a museum run by the Whitby Historical Society. Next door, the Warren General Store offers local crafts, treats and historical displays — including Camp X artifacts — celebrating Whitby’s rich heritage and early settlers.

  • Adaptive reuse
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

900 Brock Street South
Whitby, Ontario
Email: events@whitby.ca
https://www.lyndehousemuseum.com

Architecture

Year built: c. 1812
Building type: Attraction Historical landmark Museum Private residence

Dates/hours open

Oct 18, 10:00am - Oct 18, 04:00pm

McFarland House Doors Open Niagara-on-the-Lake

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McFarland House

For over 200 years, McFarland House has stood as a monument to the gracious living that epitomizes Niagara-on-the-Lake. Come and explore the house, built by John McFarland, that survived the War of 1812, and was expanded in the 1870s. After 150 years as a private residence, it became a museum and tearoom under the care of the Niagara Parks Commission.

  • Food vendors
  • National Historic Site (Canada)
  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Site has blue and gold provincial plaque
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Rental opportunities

Contact info

15927 Niagara Parkway
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
Email: jhill@niagaraparks.com
https://www.niagaraparks.com/visit/heritage/mcfarland-house

Architecture

Year built: 1800
Building type: Historical landmark Historical house Museum

Dates/hours open

Oct 18, 10:00am - Oct 18, 05:00pm

Niagara Apothecary Doors Open Niagara-on-the-Lake

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Niagara Apothecary

Step through these doors and see how pharmacists practised their profession over 100 years ago. The apothecary opened in the late 1860s at this location and closed in 1964. The Ontario Heritage Trust acquired the property, led its restoration and opened it as a museum in 1971. Operated by volunteers from the Ontario College of Pharmacists.

  • Digital Doors Open
  • Adaptive reuse
  • Kid-friendly
  • National Historic Site (Canada)
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust
  • Photography allowed
  • Virtual tours
  • Kid-friendly

Contact info

5 Queen Street
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
https://www.heritagetrust.on.ca/properties/niagara-apothecary

Architecture

Year built: 1818
Building type: Historical landmark Museum
Architect: Peter Stokes (restoration architect)

Niagara District Court House Doors Open Niagara-on-the-Lake

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Niagara District Court House

Constructed c. 1847, this courthouse served as the official county seat of Niagara District until the judicial courts were moved to St. Catharines in 1862. Its large courtroom interior was once home to the Shaw Festival’s Court House Theatre. Today, Parks Canada and the Chamber of Commerce have offices here. It was designated a National Historic Site in 1981.

  • Digital Doors Open
  • Adaptive reuse
  • National Historic Site (Canada)
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Site has blue and gold provincial plaque
  • Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Rental opportunities
  • Videos

Contact info

26 Queen Street
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
https://www.heritagetrust.on.ca/properties/niagara-district-court-house

Architecture

Year built: 1847
Building type: Courthouse Historical landmark Theatre
Architect: William Thomas

Niagara Lodge No. 2 Doors Open Niagara-on-the-Lake

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Niagara Lodge No. 2

The Niagara Lodge No. 2 is the oldest Masonic lodge in Ontario. It is also the site of the first legislature of Upper Canada and the site of the first hospital in Newark, founded by Col. John Butler. During Doors Open, come and explore the museum of Masonic artifacts not regularly available to the general public.

  • National Historic Site (Canada)
  • Parking
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

153 King Street
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
Email: pkent@kentandcompany.ca
https://niagara2.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1792
Building type: Attraction Historical landmark Masonic lodge

Dates/hours open

Oct 18, 10:00am - Oct 18, 05:00pm

Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre Doors Open Niagara-on-the-Lake

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Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre

Located on the banks of the Niagara River in a heritage building that formerly supplied water to Niagara-on-the-Lake, the Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre connects the community through visual arts programs, exhibitions and events. The Niagara Pumphouse Art Centre Association was formed in 1990, and the building was restored and converted to this visual arts centre in 1994.

  • Digital Doors Open
  • Adaptive reuse
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust
  • Washrooms
  • Rental opportunities
  • Videos
  • Kid-friendly

Contact info

247 Ricardo Street
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
Email: office@niagarapumphouse.ca
https://niagarapumphouse.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1891
Building type: Historical landmark Gallery
Architect: John Gait and J.H. Armstrong

Niagara-on-the-Lake Lawn Bowling Club Doors Open Niagara-on-the-Lake

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Niagara-on-the-Lake Lawn Bowling Club

Founded in 1877, the Niagara-on-the-Lake Lawn Bowling Club is one of the oldest in Canada. Before this club was built, they bowled on the grounds of the Queen’s Royal Hotel. Today, they are located at the adjacent community centre, where visitors can learn more by stopping by the Mori and Simpson rooms during Doors Open.

  • Food vendors
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Washrooms

Contact info

14 Anderson Lane
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
http://www.notlbowls.ca

Architecture

Year built: 2011
Building type: Government building

Dates/hours open

Oct 18, 10:00am - Oct 18, 05:00pm

Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum Doors Open Niagara-on-the-Lake

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Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum

The Niagara Historical Society opened this museum in 1907. It collects, preserves, researches, educates and promotes the history of Niagara-on-the-Lake and area — inspiring a local history appreciation through engaging programs and exhibitions. During Doors Open, there will be pop-up curator-led tours of the exhibits and heritage baking samples. Visitors can also explore the latest exhibition, Curators: Our Eras Tour.

  • Digital Doors Open
  • Adaptive reuse
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Site has blue and gold provincial plaque
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Rental opportunities
  • Videos
  • Collections and resources
  • Kid-friendly

Contact info

43 Castlereagh Street
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
Email: contact@nhsm.ca
https://www.notlmuseum.ca

Architecture

Year built: High school building (built 1806), Memorial Hall (built 1906) and Link Building (built 1971)
Building type: Attraction Historical landmark Museum Schoolhouse
Architect: W.B. Allan

RiverBrink Art Museum Doors Open Niagara-on-the-Lake

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RiverBrink Art Museum

The RiverBrink Art Museum is a fine-art museum, open since 1983, featuring changing exhibitions from the renowned art collection of lawyer Samuel E. Weir (the museum is his former home), as well as outstanding works on loan from contemporary artists and Canadian and international collections. Exhibitions change throughout the year. There is also a library and gift shop onsite.

  • Digital Doors Open
  • Adaptive reuse
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Rental opportunities
  • Videos
  • Kid-friendly

Contact info

116 Queenston Street
Queenston, Ontario
Email: manager@riverbrink.org
https://www.riverbrink.org

Architecture

Year built: 1970
Building type: Museum Gallery
Architect: Arthur E. Nutter

Shaw Festival Theatre Doors Open Niagara-on-the-Lake

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Shaw Festival Theatre

With 856 seats, this is the Shaw Festival's largest venue. Built in the modernist style, it was designed to provide a spacious yet intimate audience experience. While touring backstage, you will hear stories from docents about the history of the theatre, the ensemble and secrets of the 2025 season. Come and learn about the importance of real human connection.

  • Digital Doors Open
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Videos
  • Collections and resources

Contact info

10 Queen's Parade
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
Email: info@shawfest.com
https://www.shawfest.com

Architecture

Year built: 1973
Building type: Theatre
Architect: Ronald Thom

St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church Doors Open Niagara-on-the-Lake

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St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church

The original 1794 church was burned by the American army during the War of 1812. A new church was later erected, but was also destroyed by a cyclone. In 1855, the current building was constructed. While major restorations have occurred over the years, the interior and exterior of this architectural gem appear much the same as the 1831 building.

  • Digital Doors Open
  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Rental opportunities
  • Videos

Contact info

323 Simcoe Street
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
Email: standrewsnotl@gmail.com
https://standrewsniagara.com

Architecture

Year built: 1855
Building type: Cemetery Historical landmark Place of worship
Architect: Kivas Tully

St. Arsenije Sremac Serbian Orthodox Church Doors Open Whitby

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St. Arsenije Sremac Serbian Orthodox Church

St. Arsenije Sremac Serbian Orthodox Church in Whitby is a designated heritage building dating to 1857-59, originally serving as St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. After over a century of Presbyterian worship, it was then purchased by the Serbian Orthodox Eparchy in 1993 and consecrated that year. Today, it continues its role as a place of faith and community heritage.

  • Adaptive reuse
  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

508 Byron Street South
Whitby, Ontario
Email: events@whitby.ca
https://www.starsenijesremac.com

Architecture

Year built: 1857-59
Building type: Historical landmark Place of worship
Architect: Amos W. Cron

Dates/hours open

Oct 18, 10:00am - Oct 18, 02:00pm

Trafalgar Castle School Doors Open Whitby

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Trafalgar Castle School

Trafalgar Castle was originally built for Ontario County’s notorious sheriff Nelson Gilbert Reynolds by Toronto architect Joseph Sheard. Reynolds went bankrupt in 1874 and sold the building to the Methodist Church of Canada, which turned it into the Ontario Ladies’ College. Today, it operates as a private girls’ school. The principal’s residence was converted from a carriage house in 1877.

  • Adaptive reuse
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Site has blue and gold provincial plaque
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

401 Reynolds Street
Whitby, Ontario
Email: events@whitby.ca
https://www.trafalgarcastle.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1859
Building type: Educational facility Historical landmark Private residence
Architect: Joseph Sheard

Dates/hours open

Oct 18, 10:00am - Oct 18, 02:00pm

Whitby Central Public Library Doors Open Whitby

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Whitby Central Public Library

The Whitby Central Public Library opened in 2005 and has become a vibrant centre for learning and a keeper of the town’s heritage. During Doors Open, go behind the scenes and explore spaces not normally open to the public. Join staff for their popular basement tour, play in the library’s Discovery Zones, investigate the Whitby Archives and more.

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Rental opportunities

Contact info

405 Dundas Street West
Whitby, Ontario
Email: events@whitby.ca
https://whitbylibrary.ca

Architecture

Year built: 2005
Building type: Educational facility Library
Architect: Shore Tilbe Irwin and Partners

Dates/hours open

Oct 18, 10:00am - Oct 18, 04:00pm

Heritage Ghost Walk Doors Open Sault Ste. Marie

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Heritage Ghost Walk

Discover the haunted history of downtown Sault Ste. Marie on this heritage ghost walking tour. Explore eerie tales, hidden alleys and historical buildings as local legends come to life. Perfect for thrill-seekers and history buffs alike, this spine-tingling stroll will reveal the Soo’s spirited secrets after dark. Dare to walk where the past still lingers!

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • National Historic Site (Canada)
  • Parking
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

Meet at 831 Queen Street East (the gate at the back of the old stone house)
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario

Architecture

Year built: Various

Architect: Various

Dates/hours open

Oct 04, 07:30pm - Oct 04, 08:30pm

GFL Memorial Gardens Doors Open Sault Ste. Marie

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GFL Memorial Gardens

As Northern Ontario’s premier sports and entertainment facility, the GFL Memorial Gardens provides a topnotch home to the Soo Greyhounds (Ontario Hockey League), serves as a multi-sporting complex, venue for entertainment, tradeshows, conferences and much more. Take a guided tour of all three levels and explore displays, VIP suite, the Soo Greyhounds trophy case, meeting rooms, ice level and more.

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

269 Queen Street East (meet in the Gate A foyer, inside the main entrance by the box office)
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
http://gflgardens.ca

Architecture

Year built: 2006
Building type: Sports facility
Architect: Franco Pastore

Dates/hours open

Oct 04, 01:00pm - Oct 04, 03:00pm

Sault Ste. Marie Public Library (North Branch) Doors Open Sault Ste. Marie

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Sault Ste. Marie Public Library (North Branch)

The North Branch of the Sault Ste. Marie Public Library opened in 2019 — including a new storage space for the library’s archives (with some records that date back to 1822). During Doors Open Sault Ste. Marie, the Archive Technician will facilitate a tour of the spaces as well as show items from the archives. Come and enjoy this rare opportunity!

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Washrooms

Contact info

232C Northern Avenue East
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
https://ssmpl.ca

Architecture

Year built: 2020
Building type: Library

Dates/hours open

Oct 04, 01:00pm - Oct 04, 04:00pm