The only known riot in Lindsay’s history took place the night of January 31st, 1919. The mob swelled in number to as many as 500, and in the end, every Chinese business in Lindsay was destroyed. One week later, the woman whose situation was the catalyst for the riot was put on trial to determine […]

Come learn more about the architectural history of the church and rectory and discover why the way it was built is important. The Old Log Church and Rectory are two of the very few intact log structures in Whitehorse, and are some of the oldest structures still in their original positions. 

Everything Marpole: A Tour of Marpole’s Cultural and Heritage Sites Here’s the itinerary for our Historic Places Day walking tour: ·       10:30: Meet at Historic Joy Kogawa House (1450 West 64th Avenue Vancouver.)  Ann-Marie Metten will provide a history of the House ·       11:00:  Walk down Granville, past the Richard Marpole Library Branch and public […]

Display of unique and interesting teapots from various countries of the world, followed by a cup of tea with biscuit and jam.

A walking tour about historic Guild Park: its origins as an Artists’ Community to its renewal as a destination park, where art meets nature.

Guided Tours of the Basilica-Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, The Archbishop’s Palace, and the Episcopal Library. Includes viewing of outstanding collection of Neoclassical statuary, Victorian stained glass, and exceptional collections of historical books and sacred vessels.

Visit O’Leary Collection of military memorabilia from the late 1800s and early 1900s on display this day only.

Come join us for a walking tour of ‘A’ Block at Wolseley Barracks in London, ON, birthplace of the Canadian Infantry. Built in 1886-1888, the structure was destined to host « D » Company of the Infantry School Corps that was approved in 1883. Today the west wing is home to The Royal Canadian Regiment Museum.

The Maison Louis-Joseph Forget is a nineteenth-century mansion in Montreal, Quebec. Retaining its original finely carved balustrades and many sumptuous pieces of Canadian art, the house is an architectural treasure inspired by the Second Empire style. Officially recognized in 1974 as a monument historique by the Ministère des affaires culturelles du Québec, the building – […]

Step back in time with a tour of the historic Mackie Lake House and grounds! You’ll discover the fascinating stories of the country mansion that sits on the shores of the spectacular Kalamalka Lake. Tours run every Tuesday at 11 am from July 9th until August 27th. All ages are welcome! Tours are one hour […]