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Amherst Island's Dry Stone Walls Doors Open Loyalist Township

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Amherst Island's Dry Stone Walls

When Irish settlers migrated to Amherst Island, they brought a unique way of building walls called dry stacking — layering stones without the use of mortar. This tradition has continued to this day. Although you can see beautiful displays of dry-stone stacking throughout the Island, visit Topsy Farms for an opportunity to speak to an actual dry stone waller!

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

14775 Front Road (Topsy Farms)
Stella, Amherst Island, Ontario
Email: jacob@topsyfarms.com

Architecture


Dates/hours open

Jun 15, 10:00am - Jun 15, 04:00pm

Babcock Mill Doors Open Loyalist Township

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Babcock Mill

Babcock Mill’s original owners had intended it to be a gristmill but because the railway transported cheaper flour, it became part of their woolen mill instead. In 1907, it was sold to the Babcocks. Today, it is owned/operated by Loyalist Township. This season, for the first time in over 30 years, all three floors will be open for tours.

  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

100 Bridge Street
Odessa, Ontario
Email: ltee@loyalist.ca
http://loyalist.ca/historyandheritage

Architecture

Year built: 1856

Architect: Saul Brothers

Dates/hours open

Jun 15, 10:00am - Jun 15, 04:00pm

Bath Museum and Visitor Centre Doors Open Loyalist Township

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Bath Museum and Visitor Centre

Come and explore Bath's history. Since its construction, this building has served as a town hall, courthouse, municipal office, auction house, concert hall, Royal Canadian Legion hall and sports venue. Discover exhibits showcasing pre-colonial times to the Second World War, including First Nations archaeology, artifacts and war memorabilia. Special activities and a guest speaker will celebrate the historical downtown buildings.

  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

434 Main Street
Bath, Ontario
Email: bathmuseum@loyalist.ca
https://www.loyalist.ca/en/explore-and-play/bath-museum-and-visitor-centre.aspx

Architecture

Year built: 1861
Building type: Museum
Architect: Unknown

Dates/hours open

Jun 15, 10:00am - Jun 15, 04:00pm

Bath United Church Doors Open Loyalist Township

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Bath United Church

Discover the history of Bath United Church during Doors Open Loyalist Township! Constructed in 1812, it has been in continuous use since September 30, 1849. The church, inspired by Sir Christopher Wren's classical parish church design, showcases remarkable beauty. Unveil the church's captivating story and architectural heritage.

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

Contact info

402 Academy Street
Bath, Ontario
Email: bath.morven.united@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/BathUnitedChurch

Architecture

Year built: 1849
Building type: Place of worship
Architect: Unknown

Dates/hours open

Jun 15, 10:00am - Jun 15, 04:00pm

Fairfield House Doors Open Loyalist Township

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Fairfield House

Come and explore this house’s magnificent architecture. Built in 1793, Fairfield House preserves the building skills of the Loyalist settlers. It offers one of the best-preserved late-18th-century buildings in Ontario. During Doors Open, learn about the Fairfield family and early Loyalist settlers. And witness how settlement began here with just tents, basic rations and tools from the Crown.

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

Contact info

4574 Bath Road
Amherstview, Ontario
Email: fairfield1793@gmail.com
http://fairfieldhomestead.ca/index2021.html

Architecture

Year built: 1793
Building type: Historical house
Architect: William Fairfield Sr.

Dates/hours open

Jun 15, 10:00am - Jun 15, 04:00pm

Hogans' Honey and Maple Products Doors Open Loyalist Township

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Hogans' Honey and Maple Products

Hogans’ Honey has been in operation by the same family since 1934. Current owners Ben and Nancy Hogan and their son Tim and his wife Kayleigh manage over 1,000 hives in 31 bee yards (nearly 50 million bees), generating an average of around 60 tons of honey annually! Come and watch the production process, explore the buildings and enjoy samples.

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

Contact info

6605 Loyalist Parkway
Bath, Ontario
Email: info@hoganshoney.ca
http://hoganshoney.ca

Architecture

Building type: Commercial Farm

Dates/hours open

Jun 15, 10:00am - Jun 15, 04:00pm

Neilson Store Museum and Cultural Centre Doors Open Loyalist Township

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Neilson Store Museum and Cultural Centre

From 1883 to 1976, the Neilson Store provided Amherst Islanders with their basic necessities. After it closed in 1976, there were many changes in ownership until the building, newly renovated dock and grounds were sold to Loyalist Township to become the Neilson Store Museum and Cultural Centre. Come and learn more about the history of the store — and Amherst Island.

  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

5220 Front Road
Stella, Amherst Island, Ontario
Email: admin@neilsonstoremuseum.ca
https://neilsonstoremuseum.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1883
Building type: Commercial Museum
Architect: James S. Neilson

Dates/hours open

Jun 15, 10:00am - Jun 15, 04:00pm

Second Chance Ranch Doors Open Loyalist Township

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Second Chance Ranch

The Second Chance Ranch is a beautiful farm that is committed to the rehabilitation of animals of all breeds — addressing behaviours and training challenges — to improve the quality of their lives, with the ultimate goal being their forever home or re-homing. Come and experience the positive and friendly environment and visit with the animals!

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

Contact info

6038 County Road 2
Odessa, Ontario
Email: secondchanceranchcanada@gmail.com
https://www.2ndchanceranch.net

Architecture

Building type: Farm

Dates/hours open

Jun 15, 10:00am - Jun 15, 04:00pm

St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church Doors Open Loyalist Township

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St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church

St. John's was one of the first Anglican churches built in Upper Canada. It is the oldest one standing and in use in Ontario. Begun in 1793, the church was completed and used as a place of worship in 1794. Fire destroyed it in 1925 and it was rebuilt that same year, continuing to offer services to the present day.

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

Contact info

212 Church Street
Bath, Ontario
Email: st.johns@cogeco.net
https://stjohnsbath.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1793
Building type: Place of worship

Dates/hours open

Jun 15, 10:00am - Jun 15, 04:00pm

St. Peter's Anglican Church Doors Open Loyalist Township

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St. Peter's Anglican Church

Reverend James Peter Scanlon formed an Anglican congregation in the late 1950s. This congregation purchased land for a new church that was officially opened on May 1, 1959. After being partnered to various Anglican parishes, St. Peter’s became its own parish on July 1, 1979. Learn more about this church and its history during Doors Open Loyalist Township.

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

Contact info

4333 Bath Road
Kingston, Ontario
Email: stpeters.anglicanchurch1@gmail.com

Architecture

Year built: 1956
Building type: Place of worship
Architect: Unknown

Dates/hours open

Jun 15, 10:00am - Jun 15, 04:00pm

Trinity Presbyterian Church Doors Open Loyalist Township

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Trinity Presbyterian Church

Until the late 1960s, the Amherstview Community Presbyterian Church hosted services in the Amherstview Public School. Following fundraising efforts, a new building was constructed, which opened on September 29, 1968. As part of the construction, local craftsman Jack Snelgrove built a stunning wooden sanctuary. During Doors Open, learn more about this church and marvel at its magnificent architecture.

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

Contact info

9 Manitou Crescent West
Amherstview, Ontario
https://trinityamherstview.com

Architecture

Year built: 1968
Building type: Place of worship
Architect: E. Sullivan

Dates/hours open

Jun 15, 10:00am - Jun 15, 04:00pm

Heintzman House Doors Open Markham

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Heintzman House

Heintzman House is one of the oldest buildings in Markham. Originally built as an adobe brick cottage dating from the early 19th century, the house was enlarged by Colonel George Crookshank in 1817. Charles T. Heintzman, grandson of the founder of Toronto’s Heintzman Piano Company, purchased the property in the 1930s and transformed the house into its present, elegant form.

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Parking
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Rental opportunities

Contact info

135 Bay Thorn Drive
Markham, Ontario
https://www.markham.ca/heintzmanhouse

Architecture

Year built: 1816
Building type: Attraction Historical landmark Historical house

Dates/hours open

Jun 08, 10:00am - Jun 08, 05:00pm

Markham Heritage Estates Walking Tour Doors Open Markham

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Markham Heritage Estates Walking Tour

The Markham Heritage Estates is one of Markham’s most innovative heritage conservation initiatives and Canada’s first heritage subdivision. It offers a home for Markham’s threatened heritage dwellings that cannot be retained on their original sites. Buildings are relocated and restored by private individuals with staff guidance, on lots obtained from the city at reduced market rates. Prepare to be amazed!

  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

Meet opposite 11 Heritage Corners Lane for the walking tours
Markham, Ontario
https://www.markham.ca/Heritage

Architecture

Year built: Various

Architect: Various

Dates/hours open

Jun 08, 10:00am - Jun 08, 05:00pm

McKay Art Centre Doors Open Markham

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McKay Art Centre

This distinctive example of Ontario vernacular architecture features Gothic revival and classical revival detailing. It was originally the home of Salem Eckardt, a local auctioneer. Group of Seven artist Frederick Varley lived here in his later years; he had a studio in the basement. The space now showcases the work of local artists and provides a studio for art instruction.

  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

197 Main Street
Unionville, Ontario
https://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/home/arts/varley-art-gallery/renting-space/mckay-art-centre/02-mckay-art-centre

Architecture

Year built: c. 1856
Building type: Museum Private residence

Dates/hours open

Jun 08, 10:00am - Jun 08, 05:00pm

Stiver Mill Community Centre Doors Open Markham

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Stiver Mill Community Centre

Unionville's restored Stiver Mill, a local landmark, now serves as a community centre and farmers’ market. Originally built as a grain elevator, the western portion of the structure is one of the last of its kind in the region. A feed mill was added to the east end in the 1930s. Come and enjoy family fun activities during Doors Open.

  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust
  • Washrooms

Contact info

9 Station Lane
Unionville, Ontario
https://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/home/recreation/community-fitness-centres/stiver-mill-cc

Architecture

Year built: 1916
Building type: Commercial

Dates/hours open

Jun 08, 10:00am - Jun 08, 04:00pm

Ottawa School of Art Doors Open Ottawa

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Ottawa School of Art

Located in the ByWard Market, this school is in a four-storey, three-bay stone building of solid appearance with a richly decorated principal façade. During Doors Open Ottawa, visitors can join school staff and students in the lobby as they celebrate the school’s 145th anniversary, or take a guided tour. Throughout the day, art and artifacts will be on display.

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

Contact info

35 George Street
Ottawa, Ontario
https://artottawa.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1917
Building type: Educational facility Gallery

Dates/hours open

Jun 02, 11:00am - Jun 02, 04:00pm

Suntech Greenhouses Ltd. Doors Open Ottawa

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Suntech Greenhouses Ltd.

Suntech is a commercial greenhouse that supplies Ottawa's grocery stores with tomatoes and cucumbers. They use hydroponics to reduce water consumption and give exact nutrients to the plants in conjunction with LED lights in certain crops. They also focus on providing the highest quality vegetables to local markets, meaning that their carbon footprint is reduced. Don’t miss the tasting tables!

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

Contact info

5541 Doyle Road
Manotick, Ontario
https://www.facebook.com/suntechgreenhouses

Architecture

Year built: 1999
Building type: Commercial Food and drink Farm

Dates/hours open

Jun 02, 10:00am - Jun 02, 04:00pm

Bill Fisch Forest Stewardship and Education Centre Doors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Bill Fisch Forest Stewardship and Education Centre

Celebrate 100 years of York Regional Forest at this innovative LEED platinum-certified building, which creates more energy than it uses. Functioning as the hub for York Region Forestry’s educational programming, this centre was built using local and recycled materials. Explore the 100th anniversary display and take a guided tour of the facility.

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

Contact info

16389 Highway 48
Stouffville, Ontario
https://www.york.ca/environment/forests/outdoor-education

Architecture

Year built: 2015
Building type: Educational facility Green building
Architect: DIOLOG

Dates/hours open

Jun 01, 10:00am - Jun 01, 04:00pm

Bruce's Mill Conservation Area — Nature Centre Doors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Bruce's Mill Conservation Area — Nature Centre

Experience nature's gifts at the Bruce's Mill Conservation Park as you walk along the forest trails, zip your way through the high tree canopy, try your hand at disc golf, check out the BMX track, ask about their summer day camp options, and practise your swing on the driving range. Learn more about the park and its important conservation activities!

  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

3291 Stouffville Road
Stouffville, Ontario
https://trca.ca/parks/bruces-mill-conservation-area

Architecture


Dates/hours open

Jun 01, 10:00am - Jun 01, 04:00pm

Bytown Museum: Commissariat Building Doors Open Ottawa

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Bytown Museum: Commissariat Building

Take a behind-the-scenes tour of Ottawa’s oldest stone building. The Bytown Museum offers tours of the Commissariat Building throughout the day. Come check out their new temporary exhibit and award-winning gallery renewal, a showcase of their historical costume collection and their vault. Enjoy a fresh lemonade next to the Ottawa lockstation, part of the Rideau Canal UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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

Contact info

1 Canal Lane
Ottawa, Ontario
https://bytownmuseum.com

Architecture

Year built: 1827
Building type: Historical landmark Museum
Architect: The Corps of the Royal Engineers, Thomas McKay

Cancer Research Labs at The Ottawa Hospital Doors Open Ottawa

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Cancer Research Labs at The Ottawa Hospital

The Ottawa Hospital is a world leader in cancer research. During Doors Open, discover fascinating cancer research with a behind-the-scenes tour of a lab, and an opportunity to explore the lab’s high-tech tools. For safety reasons, visitors must be 16 years or older. Forty-minute guided tours leave every hour from the Cancer Centre lobby. Space is limited. Registration is required.

  • Digital Doors Open
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Videos
  • Virtual tours

Contact info

501 Smyth Road
Ottawa, Ontario
https://www.ohri.ca/Programs/cancer_therapeutics

Architecture

Year built: 2011
Building type: Health-care facility

Cumberland Heritage Village Museum Doors Open Ottawa

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Cumberland Heritage Village Museum

The Cumberland Heritage Village Museum provides visitors with an immersive, seasonal experience that showcases rural life in the 1920s and 1930s in Eastern Ontario. Tour an operational sawmill and blacksmith shop, a one-room schoolhouse, a 1927 Imperial Gas garage, a 1904 church and family homes. This year, they are excited to welcome Ottawa Fire Services back to the museum.

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

Contact info

2940 Old Montreal Road
Cumberland, Ontario
https://ottawa.ca/cumberlandmuseum

Architecture

Year built: 1900s to 1939
Building type: Attraction Educational facility Historical landmark Historical house Museum Place of worship Schoolhouse Farm

Dates/hours open

Jun 01, 10:00am - Jun 02, 04:00pm

Darul Khair Center, Stouffville Doors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Darul Khair Center, Stouffville

Welcome to the Darul Khair Center. As Muslims began moving to the Stouffville area, community members felt the need for a place to pray and unite with the community. During Doors Open, explore the mosque and participate in interesting activities for the whole family. Learn about Islamic history, the role of Canadian Muslims, and enjoy provided snacks.

  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

86 Ringwood Drive, Unit 36
Stouffville, Ontario
https://darulkhair.ca

Architecture

Building type: Place of worship

Dates/hours open

Jun 01, 10:00am - Jun 01, 04:00pm

Diefenbunker: Canada's Cold War Museum Doors Open Ottawa

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Diefenbunker: Canada's Cold War Museum

The Diefenbunker is Canada’s most significant surviving Cold War artifact. It is an impressive four-storey underground facility that operated as the country’s central communications headquarters during the Cold War, ready at any moment in case of a nuclear attack. Now a museum, the Diefenbunker offers a one-of-a-kind experiential learning environment, coupled with award-winning programs, events and exhibitions. Registration required.

  • Digital Doors Open
  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Videos
  • Virtual tours
  • Activities and games
  • Kid-friendly
  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse

Contact info

3929 Carp Road
Carp, Ontario
http://diefenbunker.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1961
Building type: Attraction Historical landmark Military Museum
Architect: Defense Construction Canada

Gladstone Theatre, The Doors Open Ottawa

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Gladstone Theatre, The

The Gladstone Theatre has been a theatre for over 40 years. Initially a garage, it was turned into a 230-seat theatre in 1983 by the Great Canadian Theatre Company, with further renovations in 2007. By 2016, it was regularly hosting 12 stylistically diverse theatre companies, with more than 27,000 tickets being sold per year. Come and explore this unique site!

  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Rental opportunities

Contact info

910 Gladstone Avenue
Ottawa, Ontario
https://www.thegladstone.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1983; 2007
Building type: Theatre

Dates/hours open

Jun 01, 10:00am - Jun 02, 04:00pm