Eglinton: From Farmland to ‘Yonge and Eligible’

Jun 7 2008 - 1:30pm
Jun 7 2008 - 3:30pm

Explore the neighbourhood around Eglinton Park, formerly the Pears brickyard - from the site of John Montgomery's house to the site of his infamous tavern, the headquarters of the 1837 Rebellion. It's a walk through time from forested farm lot, to the growing village at the concession crossroads, to the heart of the city at ‘Yonge and Eligible.'

Leaders: 
Doug Campbell
Start Point: 
SW corner of Eglinton Park, Eglinton Ave W and Oriole Parkway
Finish Point: 
Yonge St at Montgomery Ave
Length: 
Approx. 2 hours