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Sam Bat FactoryDoors Open Carleton Place

Sam Bat Factory

Sam Bat is the maker and originator of the best, professional, maple baseball bats in the world. Each bat is individually turned on a lathe using one of 300-plus templates. Then, they are hand-finished and carefully inspected to meet exacting standards. During Doors Open Carleton Place, enjoy a guided tour of the factory and visit the showroom and shop.

  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Washrooms

Contact info

110 Industrial Avenue
Carleton Place, Ontario
https://sambat.com

Architecture

Year built: 2015
Building type: Commercial

Dates/hours open

Sep 14 - Sep 14

St. James Anglican ChurchDoors Open Carleton Place

St. James Anglican Church

With its steep roofline, dramatic bell tower and buttressed stone walls, St. James Anglican is a local landmark. This stone church was built in 1884 to replace a smaller frame church. Inside is the 1903 church organ and an honour roll of members of the congregation who served in various wars. The lovely bells can be heard across town!

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

Contact info

225 Edmund Street
Carleton Place, Ontario
Email: admin-stjamescp@bellnet.ca
http://stjamescarletonplace.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1881
Building type: Historical landmark Place of worship
Architect: Mr. Carr

Dates/hours open

Sep 14 - Sep 14

Old Federal Building (Post Office)Doors Open Carleton Place

Old Federal Building (Post Office)

This building, designed by Thomas Fuller (architect of Ottawa’s Peace Tower and many post offices throughout Canada), was constructed of red sandstone atop a limestone foundation. It served as the post office/customs house until 1970 and has been converted into offices and apartments. During Doors Open, the main floor offices will be open. Ask about the clock, added in 1913.

  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • Guided tours available
  • Self-guided tours available

Contact info

81 Bridge Street
Carleton Place, Ontario
Email: cpbmuseum@outlook.com
https://heritagecarletonplace.com/miscellaneous1

Architecture

Year built: 1891
Building type: Government building Historical landmark Post office
Architect: Thomas Fuller

Dates/hours open

Sep 14 - Sep 14

Moore HouseDoors Open Carleton Place

Moore House

This log building originally sat at the north end of Moore Street. Built by James Pearson Moore in c. 1873, a grocery store and confectionary shop operated here by the Moore family until 1973 when the building was donated to the town. It was moved to this location in 2007. It now is home to the town’s Tourism Information offices.

  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

170 Bridge Street
Carleton Place, Ontario
Email: admin@cpchamber.com
https://cpchamber.com

Architecture

Year built: c. 1873
Building type: Commercial Historical landmark Historical house Museum

Dates/hours open

Sep 14 - Sep 14

Granary Apartments, TheDoors Open Carleton Place

The Granary Apartments

Granary Apartments, The

The 1898 Keyes Block was constructed to replace an earlier building destroyed by fire. Now home to Granary Natural Foods, the storefront windows retain their original copper mullions. The upper apartments feature Tudor-style arched windows, original woodwork and a unique glassed ventilation shaft. Owner Mark will be available to discuss the building’s history. Note: Apartments are only accessible by stairs.

  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • Guided tours available
  • Rental opportunities

Contact info

107 Bridge Street
Carleton Place, Ontario
https://granary.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1898
Building type: Commercial Private residence
Architect: George Keyes

Dates/hours open

Sep 14 - Sep 14

Carleton Place Town HallDoors Open Carleton Place

Carleton Place Town Hall

Completed at a cost of about $26,000, Carleton Place Town Hall is a local landmark. Constructed of limestone, the town hall once housed a fire hall, police station, jail cells and library. Its elaborate exterior is complemented by an equally fine interior. Come and view the foyer's grand staircase, the council chambers, clerk’s office and the second-floor opera hall.

  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • 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
  • Rental opportunities

Contact info

175 Bridge Street
Carleton Place, Ontario
https://carletonplace.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1895-97
Building type: Concert hall Government building Historical landmark Library Theatre Fire station
Architect: George King

Dates/hours open

Sep 14 - Sep 14

Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage MuseumDoors Open Carleton Place

Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Museum

Erected as the first Carleton Place Town Hall, this imposing limestone building now houses the local museum, with exhibits chronicling the town’s history. Originally containing council chambers, a lock-up and public auditorium, it was converted into a four-room school in 1879 and served the community until 1969. Bring a picnic and enjoy the Community Labyrinth and Victoria School Gardens!

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

Contact info

267 Edmund Street
Carleton Place, Ontario
Email: cpbmuseum@outlook.com
http://www.cpbheritagemuseum.com

Architecture

Year built: 1872
Building type: Historical landmark Museum Schoolhouse
Architect: William Rorison

Dates/hours open

Sep 14 - Sep 14