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Junction Village Guelph Doors Open Guelph

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Junction Village Guelph

The Junction Village Community Land Trust is a community space located behind three houses where neighbours gather, connect and share in a large common backyard with an event space, community gardens, a skating rink, sauna and pool. Visitors can tour the outdoor areas and hear about their philosophy of sharing the housing, the land, food, childcare, recreation and entertainment.

  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

45-47 Meadowview Avenue
Guelph, Ontario
Email: 2sistersriver@gmail.com
http://junctionvillageguelph.com

Architecture


Dates/hours open

Apr 26, 10:00am - Apr 26, 04:00pm

RWDI Doors Open Guelph

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RWDI

This Canadian-based firm of consulting engineers and scientists tackles complex problems in the built environment by combining innovative thinking and collaborative problem-solving. Through climate engineering, building performance and environmental engineering, RWDI creates sustainable buildings and infrastructure that are resilient to extreme weather. Their headquarters here in Guelph feature state-of-the-art wind tunnels and a water tunnel. Only flat, closed-toed shoes allowed.

  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking

Contact info

600 Southgate Drive
Guelph, Ontario
https://rwdi.com

Architecture


Dates/hours open

Apr 26, 10:00am - Apr 26, 04:00pm

Trails Open: The Ontario Reformatory Doors Open Guelph

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Trails Open: The Ontario Reformatory

In 1912, reformatory prisoners built this wooden trestle bridge over the Eramosa River from Douglas fir logs transported by train from British Columbia. The Guelph Hiking Trail Club will lead 30-minute 400-metre walks (1,300 feet) (on demand) from 10 a.m. until 3:30 p.m., visiting the Guelph Escarpment and the dry-stone walls around the remnants of Guelph's original 1908 oak aqueduct.

  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

Meet at the Barber Scout Camp parking area (733 Stone Road East)
Guelph, Ontario
Email: ghtccommunications@gmail.com

Architecture

Year built: 1912
Building type: Historical landmark

Dates/hours open

Apr 26, 10:00am - Apr 26, 04:00pm

Wellington County Administration Centre and Law Library Doors Open Guelph

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Wellington County Administration Centre and Law Library

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.

  • 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

Contact info

74 Woolwich Street
Guelph, Ontario
Email: jennifera@wellington.ca
https://www.wellington.ca/your-government/contact-us

Architecture

Year built: 1842-44
Building type: Courthouse Government building
Architect: William Allan

Dates/hours open

Apr 26, 10:00am - Apr 26, 04:00pm

Fieldcote Memorial Park & Museum Doors Open Hamilton Region

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Fieldcote Memorial Park & Museum

Fieldcote was built in 1948 as a private home on the outskirts of the former village of Ancaster. Today, as the village expands, it serves as a cultural heritage centre with an emphasis on local history and the promotion of fine arts. The idyllic setting is the perfect venue for music, with beautiful, landscaped gardens and walking trails.

  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

64 Sulphur Springs Road
Ancaster, Ontario
Email: museums@hamilton.ca
https://www.hamilton.ca/fieldcote

Architecture

Year built: 1948
Building type: Museum

Dates/hours open

May 03, 12:00pm - May 04, 04:00pm