Medical History in Canada

by Aurora Historical Society  | Cultural Heritage Centre, House Museum/Homestead, Museum/Gallery

Whether it be the birthplace of insulin or a home doctors raised their families and treated patients in, there is so much to learn when we look at history specifically through a medical/scientific lens.

These historic places have many stories to engage all types of visitors, but also history that intersects between science, technology, and medicine. Explore the places listed below to learn more about the rich medical history that exists in Canada and the contributions these historical figures and sites have to their respective fields and communities.

The photo above is curtesy of the Aurora Historical Society and is of one of the many doctor’s bags a part of their collection at Hillary House.

Places

Hillary House National Historic Site

Aurora, Ontario

From 1862, Hillary House is known for its Gothic Revival Architecture and medical history

Colborne Lodge

Toronto, Ontario

Creativity and innovation inspired the original owners of Colborne Lodge, John and Jemima ...

The Canadian Museum of Health Care

Kingston, Ontario

Homewood Museum

Maitland, Ontario

See where seven generations of the Jones family chose to call home and immerse yourself in

Built in 1891 for Dr. Walker W. White, physician and long term mayor of Saint John. The architect was John T.C. McKeen.

Bethune Memorial House National Historic Site

Gravenhurst, Ontario

The birthplace of Dr. Bethune, a medical pioneer and advocate for universal health care.

McCrae House National Historic Site

Guelph, Ontario

McCrae House is the birthplace of Lt. Col. John McCrae (1872-1918).

The Bonnell Dental Infirmary is designated a Local Historic Place for its architecture and for its association with physicians and dentists.

Henderson House Living Museum

Powell River, British Columbia

Historic House and Heritage Society located in Powell River's National Historic District!

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