Colourful Corktown

Aug 24 2008 - 1:30pm
Aug 24 2008 - 3:30pm

Corktown, one of Toronto's oldest areas, retains a rich stock of heritage buildings. Hear some of the stories of the area - from the site of the First Parliament Buildings of Upper Canada, to the saga of Thornton and Lucy Blackburn, fugitive slaves who were leaders of the Black community in 19th century Toronto.

Leaders: 
Shirley Hartt
Start Point: 
Little Trinity Anglican Church, 425 King St E at Trinity St, 1 block E of Parliament St
Finish Point: 
Queen St E and Sumach St
Length: 
Approx. 2 hours
Walk Difficulty:

Heritage Toronto Walks