Toronto lovers of important properties, this text is for you! Ever tried to locate, and then personally view, some of the oldest houses in our city? It may be very enjoyable. While Toronto occasionally seems like a hyper-modern city, Toronto old buildings aren't so problematical to find here. Although their age is miles away from that of the oldest houses in the world, they are worth a visit.
Fort York
250 Fort York Blvd
The settlement of modern Toronto began in 1793, when Fort York was constructed. The plan of the Lieutenant Governor, John Graves Simcoe, who transformed the capital to Toronto, was to create a naval base here to manage Lake Ontario. In a previous article, I had mentioned that the Battle of York reached its peak at Fort York in 1813.
The site was used for military purposes till it was opened as a museum in 1934. The fort is open all year, and you will find the biggest collection of original War of 1812 buildings there. The large number of visitors proves this place is definitely worth seeing for yourself. You can also learn more about the history of Toronto by applying for one of the education programs the fort offers.
Scadding Cabin
200 Princes ' Boulevard
in 1794 for John Scadding, clerk to Lieutenant Governor John Graves Simcoe. This single-room cabin was "constructed of squared, white pine logs with dovetailed corners" and it is furnished as a common settler's first house, with objects dating from the 1790s to the 1850s.
In 1879, the cabin was moved from its original location on the east bank of the Don Brook to Exhibition Place and was surrounded by split rail fence and a recreation of a nineteenth-century garden. These days the cabin cheerfully greets visitors. Entry is free and the volunteers, wearing period outfits, the York Pathfinders, will explain the history behind this cabin. They're prepared to make your visit as pleasurable and informative as practical.
Ousterhout Log Cabin
Guildwood Park
The oldest home in Scarborough was built in 1795 by Augustus Jones. In 1805, William Outsterhout obtained the first grant land from King George III. The cabin, located in Guildwood Park, is at present owned by the Town, that means it isn't sure to go up for sale in the future. It is very easy to find nevertheless , if you are interested to see what one of the first homes in Toronto looks like.
Fort York
250 Fort York Blvd
The settlement of modern Toronto began in 1793, when Fort York was constructed. The plan of the Lieutenant Governor, John Graves Simcoe, who transformed the capital to Toronto, was to create a naval base here to manage Lake Ontario. In a previous article, I had mentioned that the Battle of York reached its peak at Fort York in 1813.
The site was used for military purposes till it was opened as a museum in 1934. The fort is open all year, and you will find the biggest collection of original War of 1812 buildings there. The large number of visitors proves this place is definitely worth seeing for yourself. You can also learn more about the history of Toronto by applying for one of the education programs the fort offers.
Scadding Cabin
200 Princes ' Boulevard
in 1794 for John Scadding, clerk to Lieutenant Governor John Graves Simcoe. This single-room cabin was "constructed of squared, white pine logs with dovetailed corners" and it is furnished as a common settler's first house, with objects dating from the 1790s to the 1850s.
In 1879, the cabin was moved from its original location on the east bank of the Don Brook to Exhibition Place and was surrounded by split rail fence and a recreation of a nineteenth-century garden. These days the cabin cheerfully greets visitors. Entry is free and the volunteers, wearing period outfits, the York Pathfinders, will explain the history behind this cabin. They're prepared to make your visit as pleasurable and informative as practical.
Ousterhout Log Cabin
Guildwood Park
The oldest home in Scarborough was built in 1795 by Augustus Jones. In 1805, William Outsterhout obtained the first grant land from King George III. The cabin, located in Guildwood Park, is at present owned by the Town, that means it isn't sure to go up for sale in the future. It is very easy to find nevertheless , if you are interested to see what one of the first homes in Toronto looks like.