MAY 28-29, 2016 - Brockville Tourism

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Cornwall
Gananoque
Kingston
Mallorytown
Merrickville
Montreal
Ogdensburg, NY
Ottawa Prescott
Rockport
Smiths Falls
Syracuse, NY
Watertown, NY
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Doors Open
BROCKVILLE - THOUSAND ISLANDS
SPONSORED BY
613-342-4357
brockvillechamber.com
613-342-3840
leedsgrenville.com
TM
MC
1-888-251-7676
brockvilletourism.com
613-342-3400
kelseys.ca
Forwarders’ Museum (c.1828)
Rockport Customs Building (c.1934)
There will be a special exhibit on Dr. Charles F McPherson, family doctor
and coroner for over 50 years.
The Rockport Customs Facility was built in 1934 and officially ceased operating
as a point-of-entry to Canada two years ago. It is the 3rd building used for this
purpose in the village since 1862. The first building was nearby and hosted a
dance hall on the top floor. Enjoy an art display both days, and music Sunday
afternoon.
201 Water Street
613-925-4205 / www.prescott.ca
Saturday: 10am - 4pm / Sunday: 10am - 4pm
613-345-5651
burnbraefarms.com
613-342-9111
1000islandstoyota.com
51 Front Street
613-923-2251
frontofyonge.com
613-345-0441
hendersonprinting.com
1-888-251-7676
613-924-2044
athenstownship.ca
Photo credit: Helen Mott
Grenville County Historical Society
Archival Resource Centre
500 Railway Avenue
613-925-0489 / grenvillecountyarchives.ca
Visit the Grenville County Historical Society Archives at the former Grand Trunk/
CN Railway Station! Learn the story of the area’s early doctors, see early ledgers,
and some instruments that they used. CGHS collects, preserves, exhibits, and
publishes material pertaining to Grenville County. Come and see our collection.
ROCKPORT
Church of the Redeemer (c.1896)
2 Front Street
Built in 1896, this historic small wooden church was most likely designed
by its community’s boat builders. Its varnished walls and ceiling consist of
Georgia Pine tongue and groove and the supports resemble the inside of
an old river boat.
St. Brendan’s Catholic Church (c.1981)
51 Riverview Drive
Saturday: 10am - 4pm / Sunday: 12pm - 4pm
Overlooking the St. Lawrence, the church, named after a 6th century monk and
patron saint of seafaring people, features 19th century architectural details, and
striking stained glass windows. The front of the site offers spectacular views.
brockvilletourism.com
MAY 28-29, 2016 Parking Available
Washrooms on Site
Accessible
Partially Accessible
Family Friendly
National Historic Site
French Services
Self Guided Tours
Guided Tours
Blue & Gold Provincial Plaque
10 am - 4 pm
www.doorsopenontario.on.ca
NOTE ABOUT PHOTOGRAPHY
Some restrictions may apply. Check with the host site before visiting.
All sites are open both days unless noted
ATHENS
Township of Athens and Area Museum
Lions Hall 12 Wellington Street East (corner Henry Street)
613-924-2644
Saturday: 10am - 4pm / Sunday: closed
The site will feature“Early Settlers”in 2016 in commemoration of the early settlers
who travelled through Athens in the spring of 1816 to claim their land grants in
Perth. Settlers Trek 2016 is a committee of the Athens Lions Club who are re-creating
the settlers’ trek May 15-20 with an overnight stop in Athens. Other exhibits will
also be on display in the museum for Doors Open.
BROCKVILLE
Brockville Lawn Bowling Club (c.1906)
Oxford Ave. at Crawford St.
613-213-2281 / brockvillelawnbowlingclub.jimdo.com
Saturday: 10am - 4pm / Sunday: RAIN DAY 10am - 4pm
Celebrating our 110th Anniversary, Brockville Lawn Bowling Club provides members
with weekly events. Lawn bowling is often referred to as ‘curling on grass’. We will
be demonstrating our sport and giving visitors an opportunity to give it a try.
Please wear flat-soled shoes and come and join the fun.
Brockville Museum
(c.1820, 1840, 1995)
5 Henry Street
613-342-4397 / www.brockvillemuseum.com
First Presbyterian Church (c.1879)
10 Church St.
613-345-5014 / Pccweb.ca/firstchruch-BROCKVILLE
Architect: James P. Johnston
This congregation was founded in 1811 by Rev. William Smart, an itinerant
preacher who spread the gospel on horseback, carrying his bible in his saddlebags.
This impressive stone structure has three landmark spires and beautiful stained
glass windows. Tour guides will be on hand to welcome everyone and an organist
will demonstrate the use of the organ.
Fulford Academy (c. 1915)
280 King Street East
613-341-9330
www.fulfordacademy.com
Fulford Academy was previously the Fulford Home. The facility was modelled
after a 16th century Surrey style home. It was first conceived by Senator Fulford
in 1902. The building was built in 1915 and opened as a home for the
aged in 1917. It was converted into a private boarding school in 2002.
Fulford Place Museum (1899-1901)
613-498-3003 / www.heritagetrust.on.ca/Fulford-Place
Architect: Albert W. Fuller
Explore Brockville’s prominent manufacturers, formidable wealth, fascinating
historical figures and vivacious ordinary people through interpretive displays and
historical objects. Unveiling two new exhibits for 2016: discover the story of our
people and the central role the railway has, and continues to have, in Brockville.
Tours of collection facilities offered hourly.
This magnificent Edwardian mansion evokes the opulent lifestyle of Canada’s
industrial and political elite at the turn of the last century. Guides are on hand
throughout the house to share family history with you, and tours of our collections
storage area will be available. A pop-up exhibition will highlight the history of
the pharmaceutical industry, focusing on patent medicines and advertising.
Brockville Public Library (c.1904)
Marianne van Silfhout Gallery
23 Buell Street
613-342-3936 / www.brockvillelibrary.ca
Brockville Public Library opened its doors in August 1904, thanks to the generosity
of American philanthropist, Andrew Carnegie. Visit us to explore our Library’s
history and architecture, view our art exhibits, make some crafts with the kids,
and enjoy light refreshments.
Brockville Railway Tunnel (c.1860)
Block House Island
www.brockville railwaytunnel.com
2288 Parkedale Avenue
613-345-0660
Stlawrencecollege.ca/gallery
The Marianne van Silfhout Gallery is a state-of-the-art community art gallery
located at the front atrium of the campus and is the focus of the visual arts for
Brockville and the larger Eastern Ontario area. The Gallery regularly exhibits work
from artists on the local, regional, national and international level.
St. John’s United Church (c.1870s)
32 Park Street
613-345-5824 /stjohnbrockville.wordpress.com
Running the distance of approximately 525m, the Brockville Railway Tunnel, Canada’s
1st railway tunnel, was built between the years 1854 and 1860 to allow the fledging
Brockville and Ottawa Railway to connect the Brockville industrial waterfront area
to the outlying areas lying between the St Lawrence and Ottawa rivers. Today, the
Brockville Railway Tunnel Committee is preparing to open the tunnel in its entirety
to the public in the summer of 2017 for Canada’s 150th anniversary.
St. John’s United Church celebrated its 180th anniversary of worship in Brockville
in October, 2015. During Doors Open it will welcome visitors for tours and music.
A Plant, Flower, Bake, and Indoor garage sale will take place from 8am – 12pm.
You are welcome to visit the “friendly” church on King St.
The Brockville Rifles Armouries (c.1900)
Wall Street United Church (c.1860)
Architect: Mr. David Ewart
Brockville and area has had a military presence since the end of the American revolution. The
41st Brockville Battalion of Rifles was raised as a result of the Fenian threats to Canada in 1866
and 1871. In 1900 the cornerstone was laid for new armouries which was to be the home of the
Regiment. The installation was officially opened in 1902 with great pomp and circumstance.
Since that time the Brockville Rifles has been part of the social fabric of the city whose name
they carry on their regimental title. 2016 will mark the 150th Anniversary of this proud regiment.
First Baptist Church (c.1878)
5 Pine Street
613-342-9556 / firstbaptistbrockville.ca
Architect: James P. Johnston
Circa 1878, one of the original four Protestant churches in Brockville’s Court House Square. The architect,
James P. Johnston of Ogdensburg N.Y., designed many civil, ecclesiastic, and state buildings, including
some in New York City. Its three stained glass windows are massive for the size of the building,
and are beautiful viewed from inside or out. The Church’s collection of antique bibles will be on
display. Also, if you arrive at 10:00 am on Saturday morning, our musical director, Janice McIntyre,
will be playing the Casavant Freres 1200-pipe organ installed in 1910, and holding choir practice.
5 Wall Street
613-342-5401 /1.wallstreetchurch.com
This large and dominant structure standing at the north-east corner of Court House
Square is the result of blending six major construction stages dating from 1830.
The most prominent being the 1896 addition of the present-day sanctuary. This
sanctuary has high vaulted ceilings supported by columns and is quite spectacular.
It houses a large pipe organ.
DELTA
The Old Stone Mill (c.1810)
46 King Street
613-928-2584 / www.deltamill.org
Architect: Jones and Schofield
This impressive Georgian building is Canada’s earliest surviving stone gristmill designated
a national Historic site - a fine example of early milling technology. Milling demonstration
1 P.M. Saturday; flour and bread available. On site, visit the blacksmith and then the Old
Town Hall to purchase a Ploughman’s Lunch and refreshments.
ELGIN
Red Brick School (Elgin and Area
Heritage Society) (c. 1887)
Halladay Street
613-272-2662
This 1887 building, reflecting late Victorian design, shows the Ontario government’s wish
to improve education by constructing better schools, including larger windows. Facing
demolition, the school, saved/restored by the Elgin and Area Heritage Society, houses a
c.1915 classroom,‘living history experience’, for area schools and a larger multifunction room.
LYN
Burnbrae Farms Ltd. (c.1893)
3356 County Road 27
613-213-3327 / www.burnbraefarms.com
Saturday & Sunday: Tours at 10am, 12pm and 2pm
Burnbrae Farms has been a family owned farm in the village of Lyn since 1893. We are
dedicated to producing quality egg products. The farm encompasses the production of
eggs to grading and packaging of eggs and egg products
Heritage Place Museum
19 Main Street West
Heritage Place, a beautifully renovated 19th century building is a community
museum dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich cultural and industrial
heritage of Lyn and area. In the 1800’s Lyn, with its railroad and waterway
systems, was the major mill town in Upper Canada. Watch artisans at work.
Refreshments.
The Green Gecko
LYNDHURST
436 Lyndhurst Road
613-928-1196 / www.greengecko.ca
Now run as a unique gift shop featuring artisan work from locals and abroad,
this building was constructed by Henry Green in the 1850’s with a brick
extension added in the 1870’s. It showcases an original gingerbread twostorey porch, interior woodwork and decorative stair banister untouched by
modern paint.
Long Point School House (c.1862)
3410 County Road 3
613-387-3145
The Long Point School House opened in 1862. It closed in 1960. In 2003 it was
purchased by Denis and Margaret Brennan. An addition was added to the back
and the school house was restored to its pre-1910 state. Local artist Michael
O’Connor will be showing his paintings.
St. Luke’s Anglican Church and Camp
Hyanto (c.1882)
459 Lyndhurst Road,
613-507-3311 / stlukeslyndhurst.weebly.com / hopefilled.ca
Architect: Andrew Dillon
St. Luke’s Anglican Church and Ministry Centre is the spiritual and worship centre for the
Anglican Parish of Leeds Rear. The brick church, built in 1882, features the original spire and
stained glass windows. The Ministry Centre, formerly the parish rectory, features the original
oval windows and wooden staircase. Tour of Diocese of Ontario Camp Hyanto included.
MAITLAND
Homewood Museum (c.1799)
1372 Highway 2
613-348-1246
Architect: Louis Brière
One of Ontario’s oldest residences, Homewood was commissioned by Loyalist Dr.
Solomon Jones, a surgeon in the militia. Come and learn about the practice of medicine
in the 19th century: find out what the four humours are, see surgical instruments
from the era, and squirm as you hear about common surgical practices. Guides and
volunteers are on hand to show you the house.
Maplehurst, Manor and Carriage
House (c. 1829)
1258 County Road 2
613-348-1829 / www.maplehurst.ca
Maplehurst is a magnificent Georgian Style Manor overlooking the beautiful St.
Lawrence River. Completed in 1829 by an English Lord, Maplehurst is considered
one of Brockville’s premier properties, offering guests a lovely B&B or wedding
and event setting in the renowned charm of the 1000 Islands area. Will be
offering a tea/light lunch from 10:30 to 1:30, reservations recommended.
Van Berlo Gardens (c.2012)
1357 County Road 2
613-320-0288 / vanberlo.ca
Van Berlo Gardens invite you to enjoy the beauty of spring in their extensive
perennial gardens. Stroll through the garden paths and enjoy nature’s
perfection. Best described as a plant collector’s garden; many unusual
plants are featured. Some DIY garden ‘art’ projects will be displayed with
‘how to’ tips.
MALLORYTOWN
Chillane Gardens (c.1847)
10 Junetown Road
613-923-5799
Architect: James Herbison
A formal rose garden, a large English style perennial bed and a geometric herb
garden surround a 1847 stone house and several reproduction outbuildings.
Hundreds of Hostas boarder paths that wind through a forest of native
and specimen trees. The garden also contains many unique pieces of art.
Mallory Coach House (c.1853)
1523 County Road 2
www.mallorytown.ca
This two-storey fieldstone house sits on an acre of land with beautiful gardens
and gazebo. It was used as a farmhouse, a doctor’s office and a tavern/hotel.
Purchased by the township in 2005, it was renovated for use to display local
artifacts, including a history of Canada’s 1st Glassworks in Mallorytown.
NEW: see our new display about the early Indigenous People, as well as
other displays on the Israel Mallory family, and local schools and lodges, etc.
Springfield House and LTI Archives
(c. 1871)
1365 County Road 2
613-659-3800 / www.ltipl.net
Springfield House, one of several coach stops along the King’s Highway, was built in
1871 beside a new township hall in expectation of having a built-in clientele. During
Doors Open, enjoy refreshments in our Victorian Parlour and join in the festivities of
the Escott Spring Thing, our annual community event. The Leeds and the Thousand
Islands Public Library operates here and will be holding their annual booksale and
be sure to visit the Leeds and the Thousand Islands Archives at this location too.
PRESCOTT
The Colonel’s Inn (c.1835)
408 East Street
613-925-2159 / www.colonelsinn.com
Housed in a 19th-century stone building and an adjacent carriage house, this
traditional B&B is a 3-minute walk from Fort Wellington National Historic
Site and a 7-minute walk from the Forwarders’ Museum.
Fort Wellington National Historic
Site (c.1814)
370 Vankoughnet Street
613-925-2896 / www.pc.gc.ca/wellington
Saturday: 10am - 4pm
Saturday will feature a 150th commemoration of the pre-Confederation Fenian
Raids threat. Explore the historic fort, an 1812-era gunboat wreck and a new
exhibit in the Visitor Centre. See a cannon salute at 11AM and interact with
guides in period costume as you discover one of the best preserved British
military forts in Canada.

MAY 28-29, 2016 - Brockville Tourism

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