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.

McKinney HouseDoors Open Rideau Lakes

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  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Photography allowed
McKinney House

William McKinney, a prosperous local farmer and blacksmith, purchased this land (originally granted to American General Benedict Arnold) and built this elegant home in 1856. Once a stagecoach stop, the home and gardens are now undergoing careful restoration guided by heritage conservation principles. Enjoy this rare chance to see a historical home mid-rehabilitation and learn about the process. Exterior only!

Contact info

798 Highway 15
Lombardy, Ontario
E-mail: doorsopen@rideaulakes.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1856
Building type:Historical housePrivate residence
Architect: Stone mason William Tweedy was paid $1 a day to build this house
Architectural style:Gothic revival

Dates/hours open

Aug 16, 10:00am - Aug 17, 04:00pm

Saturday and Sunday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; exterior only, with property tours and insight into the restoration process