Events
Terra cotta, a once-popular clay building product used in design and construction, has long been out of fashion. Fortunately, many fine examples still exist in Toronto. Toronto's first skyscrapers, erected in the 19th century and early 20th century, provide the backdrop for this tour.
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Winding, tree-lined Indian Road began as an Aboriginal trail. Today this street and nearby Indian Grove boast fine examples of both Edwardian Classical and Arts & Crafts architecture, the latter thanks primarily to Toronto architect Eden Smith, who designed homes for himself and others as part of his plan to develop an artists' colony here.
Explore the grandeur of the
‘Annex,’ a late 19th century subdivision known for its Queen Anne
and Romanesque-Revival architectural styles. Hear about entrepreneur Simeon
Janes’ original plans for the area, as well as some of the people who have lived
on Madison Ave. Join us afterwards for a visit to the nearby City of Toronto
Archives, where we can see records about the development of the ‘Annex’ and
enjoy the exhibit “A Work in Progress: Preserving Toronto’s Architectural
Record.”
The "Danforth" used to pass through open fields and market gardens. Today we find an interesting mix of structures and sites: everything from the home of William Peyton Hubbard, the first African-Canadian member of Toronto City Council, to a 1920s public lavatory built in mock-Tudor style.
Take a different look at Cabbagetown. We'll visit the Necropolis, one of Toronto's oldest cemeteries and the final resting place for several famous Canadians, ranging from politicians George Brown and William Lyon Mackenzie to Thornton Blackburn, a former slave who started the first cab company in Toronto. We'll also hear about the architecture of the area and those who farmed the land before it became a 19th century suburb.
On May 16, 1853, the first passenger train steamed out of Toronto from a wooden depot located close to the eastern entrance of the present Union Station. Over the course of the next century, the railways were to have a profound impact on the city. This walk explores the railways' influence on downtown Toronto, with an emphasis on the Railway Lands and the old CPR John Street roundhouse.
Explore the lives of architect John Howard and his wife Jemima, who deeded Colborne Lodge and High Park to the City. Learn about the re-creation of the gardens around their Regency Style cottage, then stroll to the Farm Cottage and hear how their legacy continues to affect us today
WHEN: Tuesday, May 27th, 2008 starting at 7pm
WHERE: Fermenting Cellar, Distillery District
DJs: DJ trio Track Meet
HOW MUCH: $10 gets you into the site, plus food • CASH BAR
DRESS CODE: look nice!
The Festival of Architecture and Design is here again, and the folks at ERA Architects, Spacing Magazine, Toronto Society of Architects, Wireless Toronto, and [murmur] are throwing the fourth annual Toronto the Good party to celebrate Toronto.
This year, Toronto The Good wants attendees to explore an idea: planners, architects, developers, and interested residents from around the world are using a new tool - the urban centre - to educate the public and debate local development issues. Cities such as London, Amsterdam, New York, Chicago, and San Francisco have a place for the masses to come and learn about how their metropolis has grown and where it is headed.
A centre of industry and commerce linked to the Dundas Highway and the junction of several railway lines, this prosperous little town voted to ban the sale of alcohol in 1904. Find out why - and hear other stories of The Junction, including the amalgamation of the cities of "West Toronto" and "Toronto" in 1909.
Discover the birthplace of Canadian song. Visit the sites of famous clubs and coffeehouses like the Riverboat and the Penny Farthing and learn how stars such as Joni Mitchell and Neil Young got their start.
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.'
Discover the music history of Toronto, beginning in the 1950s. Visit the sites of famous clubs like The Colonial and Le Coq D'Or, and concert venues such as Massey Hall and the Eaton Auditorium. Hear stories about Oscar Peterson, Ronnie Hawkins, Glenn Gould and many more.
Note: This is an exterior tour only.
One of this city's best-known personalities, Johnny Lombardi was a pioneer in the promotion of Toronto's cultural diversity. Born in this city to an Italian immigrant family, he quickly achieved success by appealing to the needs of this city's rapidly growing Italian immigrant neighbourhoods - first as the proprietor of a grocery store, opened in 1946, then as an impresario of Italian entertainment. Lombardi is responsible for two vital Toronto institutions: CHIN Multicultural Radio and the CHIN International Picnic.
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The Marlborough - Summerhill area is one of Toronto's most diverse districts. At various times it has included grand estates and workers' cottages, industries and a city reservoir, hotels and high-end shops. Much of it was shaped by the Canadian Pacific Railway line, built in 1884. This busy freight line, along with the beautifully restored North Toronto Station, continues to dominate the area.
By the 1880s, Jarvis Street had become one of the most fashionable streets in Toronto. We'll explore the architecture of these grand homes and hear about some of the prominent Torontonians connected to the street, such as E.J. Lennox, the designer of Old City Hall; the Massey family, owners of the farm equipment empire; and Oliver Mowat, a Father of Confederation.
Come see the competition finalists of the 2008 Poster Design Competition and vote for your favourite as People's Choice! This competition was based on the idea that protecting our heritage resources-buildings, structures, landscapes, and neighbourhoods, is fundamentally about enhancing the meaning and quality of life, maintaining a unique sense of place, supporting the cultural and economic vitality of our cities, and improving the health and sustainability of the environments we inhabit.
Urbanscape Gallery
2959 Dundas Street West, between Keele and Pacific
Gallery Hours: Wed. - Sat., 2:00-6:00 p.m.
For more information, please visit www.urbanopathy.com
Nationally recognized for its distinctively Canadian style, Runnymede Branch was designed by John M. Lyle, one of this country's most distinguished 20th-century architects. In the 1920s, a surging sense of national pride inspired Lyle to create a uniquely Canadian architecture that blended European styles with Canadian themes and ornamentation. Runnymede Branch was an early attempt at such a design.
The building is constructed of variegated red and yellow Credit Valley stone, and combines Georgian, French, and early Quebec styles, the latter in its steeply pitched, hipped roof. Lyle used Canadian aboriginal motifs for much of the decoration, including totem poles at the main entrance and arrowheads in the iron railing above. Carvings of native plants and animals also embellish the building. In 1989, the Runnymede Branch was featured on the first in a series of postage stamps celebrating Canadian architecture. The building was most recently restored and enlarged in 2005.
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Since its beginnings in the 1830s as an immigrant reception neighbourhood, Cabbagetown has been home to an amazing and diverse group of personalities - some famous, some infamous, and some just plain folks! Come hear the stories of some of those that have been active in the arts and sciences, in politics, business, architecture and social movements.
The grounds that are now the Canadian National Exhibition have been witness to many changes in our city - from forest and French fur-traders and a War of 1812 battle to agricultural fairgrounds and modern trade shows. We'll explore the history and buildings as well as the CNE's green/environmental programs.
Toronto Union Station is one of the city's architectural treasures, a landmark that seems to have been around since the beginning of the railway era. In fact it is the city's third ‘union' railway station. The first opened on June 21, 1858, then was replaced by a second station in 1873. The present, much beloved Union Station opened in 1927. This presentation will provide an illustrated history of these buildings and other downtown railway stations in celebration of the sesquicentennial of Toronto Union Station.
This program is presented in partnership with the Toronto Public Library.
Green Meadows, otherwise known as "The McDougald Estate", was constructed circa 1950 for John Angus "Bud" McDougald and his wife Hedley Maude. Though the main house, an elegant Colonial Revival mansion, is all that is left of the estate today, the McDougald property once comprised 300-acres of land stretching north from what is now Van Horne Avenue to Finch Avenue, and east from Leslie Street to what is now Don Mills Road. Green Meadows was focused around two of Bud McDougald's great interests - horses and antique automobiles. It featured barns for thoroughbreds and a track for racing, and included garages with room for 30 cars. Preserved and restored when the surrounding estate was developed into residential neighbourhoods, the main house remains a fine example of a Canadian Establishment estate house from the mid-twentieth century.
Explore an old and historically significant neighbourhood. Hear stories about life east of the Don River: the oldest house; homes of the wealthy, gardeners, merchants and clerks; recreation and incarceration.
In the early 1880s, the developers of Beaconsfield Village created a middle-class community that was inspired by the ‘street-car suburbs' that were common in the United States. We'll examine the role of developers, architects and builders in creating this unusual Victorian community.
Join The Foundation to Commemorate the Chinese Railroad Workers in Canada and Heritage Toronto as we pay homage to the 17,000 Chinese pioneers who helped build the transcontinental railroad, and honour the over 4,000 Chinese who lost their lives during its construction.
On Tuesday, July 1 at 2pm, The Tollkeeper's Cottage will be opened to the public for very first time.
The historic Tollkeepers Cottage, believed to be the oldest tollgate surviving anywhere in Canada, was rediscovered 15 years ago and lovingly restored by the Community History Project and public support. In the 1800s, private companies were retained to build roads and were permitted to charge road tolls. The three-room cottage was home to the tollkeeper and his family when Davenport Road was a toll road in the 19th century.
The museum will highlight the history of tolls, roads and 19th century life for those with modest means, a contrast to the wealth and luxury of Casa Loma and Spadina House Museum not far from the cottage site. The park surrounding the museum will be renamed The Tollkeeper's Park in recognition of the site's historic significance.
We welcome you to join the celebration, with refreshments and the park dedication by Councillor Joe Mihevc.
The Cottage is located at Bathurst and Davenport Road.
Programme
11am: Heritage Toronto walking tour of Hanlan's Point. Tours will begin at the mainland ferry dock inside the Terminal, or meet at Hanlan's Point Ferry Dock at 11:30 am.
1pm: All guests are asked to assemble near the Gibraltar Point School for the Arts. Fort York Fife and Drum will lead the procession to the lighthouse.
1:30pm: Performance by Shadowland Theatre and official remarks. Following the official remarks and unveiling of Heritage Toronto plaques, guests are invited for tours of the lighthouse.
2-3pm: Afternoon Tea on the lawn of Gibraltar Point School for the Arts.
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In 2008, Toronto Island marks two significant anniversaries - 150 years since a violent storm turned what was a sand peninsula into an island; and 200 years since the lighthouse was built on Gibraltar Point. Explore the western portion of the Island from Hanlan's to Gibraltar Point and hear how the landscape and use of the Island has changed dramatically over the years. Tours will be offered in English and French, with a special tour (in English) for school-aged children and their families.
Bring a picnic lunch and join us after the tour for a 200th birthday celebration in honour of the lighthouse at the Gibraltar Point Centre for the Arts, held in partnership with Toronto Parks & Recreation and Island residents. Festivities begin at 1:00 PM, with official remarks and a Heritage Toronto plaque presentation at 1:30 PM.
Note: Participants must pay own fare for the ferry
(Adults $6.50; Students/Seniors $3.50; Juniors under 14 $2.50. Cash only). Visit www.toronto.ca/parks/island or call 416-392-8193 for more details.
Join The Friends of Fort York and David Crombie on a 5 km walk, from Fort York National Historic Site to the Distillery District National Historic Site, exploring the then and now of Toronto's waterfront along the way. This heritage walk is part of the Great Waterfront Trail Adventure, the first end to end bike ride from Niagara to Quebec along the Waterfront Trail.
The walking tour will leave Fort York at approximately 9:45 am, proceeding down Bathurst Street to Queen's Quay, along Queen's Quay to Jarvis Street, north to the Esplanade, and then along the Esplanade to the Distillery District.
*Wear appropriate footwear
*Rain or shine
*Plan for a 2 hour walk
Visit sites where theatres once stood, and learn about the buildings - old and new - that now house some of Toronto's world-renowned performing arts groups.
Discover the history of our provincial Legislative Building and the fascinating monuments that surround it. Free 30 minute tours of the interior of the Legislature are available before and after the tour of the grounds at 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM. Call 416-325-7500 to enquire about interior tours.
The University of Toronto traces its roots back to King's College, an Anglican college established in 1827. Explore the early history of Canada's largest university and the eclectic collection of buildings that help illustrate its past.
Honorary Host - Councillor Janet Davis
The Goulding Estate is the last surviving structure of the Dentonia Park Farm, where the Massey family helped pioneer pasteurization in dairy farming. The surrounding green space boasts some of the largest oaks to be seen along Taylor-Massey Creek and is home to both serious environmental challenges and several restoration projects.
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Honorary Host - Councillor Case Ootes
The Taylor family acquired property in Todmorden in the 1850s. With the establishment of the Don Valley Brick Works in the 1870s, they became one of the wealthiest families in Toronto. Explore their contribution to the urban development of East York.
Wedded Bliss?
A Play with a Wandering Audience at Historic Black Creek Pioneer Village
Tuesday July 22, 2008
Doors open: 7:30pm
Play starts: 8pm
An Original Black Creek Pioneer Village Dramatic Performance!
Join us on the evening of July 22, 2008 when Black Creek Pioneer Village will come alive as a theatre with a wandering audience.
Visitors, led by costumed guides, will watch as the courtship of Robert and Katy unfolds in our candle-lit historic buildings.
Robert’s dastardly brother comes to town the night before the wedding. What will Katy do? Choose the charming brother or marry the
staid but financially secure Robert?
TICKETS $12/each
To reserve your ADMISSION please call: 416-667-6295
www.blackcreek.ca
SCARBOROUGH HISTORICAL MUSEUM in Thomson Park (east side of Brimley Rd. just north of Lawrence Ave. ) is having a special VICTORIAN ENTERTAINMENT EXTRAVAGANZA July 26 & 27 from noon to 5 PM
There will be Victorian inspired entertainment put on throughout Saturday and Sunday afternoon. It is a family friendly weekend full of mirth and merriment. You'll see a traditional melodrama and a new musical based on the lives of the pioneers written and performed by our youth and played on the McCowan log house stage. Music from Gilbert and Sullivan and group sing-alongs will take place in the Cornell house parlor.
Admission is "Pay as you Wish"
Explore some of Toronto's First Nations and French history with this tour of the area named after the estate of James Bâby, an early French settler. Hear about the Seneca village of Teiaiagon, the Carrying Place trail and the first French fort in what is now Toronto. Tours will be offered in English and French.
SCARBOROUGH HISTORICAL MUSEUM in Thomson Park (east side of Brimley Rd. just north of Lawrence Ave. ) is having a special VICTORIAN ENTERTAINMENT EXTRAVAGANZA July 26 & 27 from noon to 5 PM
There will be Victorian inspired entertainment put on throughout Saturday and Sunday afternoon. It is a family friendly weekend full of mirth and merriment. You'll see a traditional melodrama and a new musical based on the lives of the pioneers written and performed by our youth and played on the McCowan log house stage. Music from Gilbert and Sullivan and group sing-alongs will take place in the Cornell house parlor.
Admission is "Pay as you Wish"
In the 19th century, Toronto was a centre of antislavery organizations and Black cultural and political activities. Hear about the men and women of the community as we visit some of the sites known to them.
The Village of Lambton Mills grew up around the mills established in the early 1800s where Dundas Street crossed the Humber River, an excellent source of water power. The village continued to thrive until 1915 when a spring flood, and later fire, destroyed many of the buildings.
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Hear the stories of African-Canadian women who resisted their enslavement in the days when some Toronto residents had slaves, as well as later women who worked to assist fugitive slaves from the U.S. and bring about the abolition of slavery south of the border.
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Since its beginnings in the 1830s as an immigrant reception neighbourhood, Cabbagetown has been home to an amazing group of personalities. Hear the stories of some of those that have been active in the arts and sciences, politics, business, architecture and social movements.
You are invited to join Peter Ortved, Chair, Heritage Toronto Board, Councillor Joe Mihevc, St. Paul's West, Fredelle Brief, Chair, Community Relations Commitee, Canadian Jewish Congress Charities Committee and Cyril Levitt, Co-Author, The Riot at Christie Pits for the public presentation of a Heritage Toronto plaque to commemorate, on its 75th anniversary, the Riot at Christie Pits.
Sunday, August 17, 2008
11:00 AM
Southeast corner of Christie Pits Park, Christie Street and Bloor Street, across from Christie Subway Station
Light refreshments to follow ceremony
Master of Ceremonies: Judy Stoffman, Chair, Christie Pits Plaque Committee
Heritage Toronto gratefully acknowledges support from the Toronto Star, Rose Corporation, York Heritage Properties, Ltd. , and Ruland Realty for the Riot at Christie Pits plaque project
The Royal Alexandra Theatre, anchor of the Theatre District, celebrated its 100th birthday in 2007. Hear the story of the theatre and explore the multi-layered history of the surrounding neighbourhood.
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Look up...and what do you see? Writer and photographer Terry Murray spent 10 years hunting the many creatures adorning Toronto's buildings. Explore some of that world with her. Be sure to bring your binoculars!
Sunday, August 24th 2008 from 1 - 4pm at O'Connor Estate located on the grounds of Senator O'Connor College School, 60 Rowena Drive (Victoria Park & Ellesmere area).
Celtic Family Garden Party
Adult $10
Children: a Twoonie
Silent Auction, Prizes, Irish kitchen
Welcome popular entertainer, Hugo Straney together with traditional musicians Loretto Reid and Jim Fay. Irish dancing with Maureen Mulvey-O'Leary
This event is an awareness and fundraiser to save the historic O'Connor Estate/formerly Maryvale Farm --- built in 1933 by Frank O'Connor who founded the Laura Secord Candy company and went on to become Senator O'Connor in 1935.
Tickets and enquiries: Monica 416-498-0227 Christine 416-484-6274 also email: info@irishheritagehouse.com Web: www.irishheritagehouse.com
All are welcome (please consider bringing your own chair)
Discover the history of the families behind this beautiful Toronto park and the creation of the Toronto Botanical Garden. Hear about on-going efforts to restore the natural heritage of the site.
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.
The Toronto Field Naturalists (TFN) is an organization whose members have worked for 85 years to help Torontonians explore, love and conserve our city’s unique natural heritage.
To celebrate its 85th anniversary, the TFN is hosting a Nature Art Exhibit/Sale at which some 20 TFN member artists and photographers will display their interpretations of Toronto’s flora and fauna. The event will take place at The Papermill Art Gallery, Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum and Arts Centre, 67 Pottery Road, Toronto, and will be open to the public from August 27 to September 14. Artists will be available to discuss their work.
At the Art Exhibit, special tribute will be paid to artists Eva Davis, the late Diana Banville, and Mary Cumming who is credited with founding, some 40 years ago, the Nature Arts group within the TFN. This group of artists and photographers frequently work together in Toronto’s parks and ravines, and their creations enhance the pages of the TFN’s newsletter, published eight times a year since 1938.
The Toronto Field Naturalists (TFN) is an organization whose members have worked for 85 years to help Torontonians explore, love and conserve our city’s unique natural heritage.
To celebrate its 85th anniversary, the TFN is hosting a Nature Art Exhibit/Sale at which some 20 TFN member artists and photographers will display their interpretations of Toronto’s flora and fauna. The event will take place at The Papermill Art Gallery, Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum and Arts Centre, 67 Pottery Road, Toronto, and will be open to the public from August 27 to September 14. Artists will be available to discuss their work.
At the Art Exhibit, special tribute will be paid to artists Eva Davis, the late Diana Banville, and Mary Cumming who is credited with founding, some 40 years ago, the Nature Arts group within the TFN. This group of artists and photographers frequently work together in Toronto’s parks and ravines, and their creations enhance the pages of the TFN’s newsletter, published eight times a year since 1938.
The Toronto Field Naturalists (TFN) is an organization whose members have worked for 85 years to help Torontonians explore, love and conserve our city’s unique natural heritage.
To celebrate its 85th anniversary, the TFN is hosting a Nature Art Exhibit/Sale at which some 20 TFN member artists and photographers will display their interpretations of Toronto’s flora and fauna. The event will take place at The Papermill Art Gallery, Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum and Arts Centre, 67 Pottery Road, Toronto, and will be open to the public from August 27 to September 14. Artists will be available to discuss their work.
At the Art Exhibit, special tribute will be paid to artists Eva Davis, the late Diana Banville, and Mary Cumming who is credited with founding, some 40 years ago, the Nature Arts group within the TFN. This group of artists and photographers frequently work together in Toronto’s parks and ravines, and their creations enhance the pages of the TFN’s newsletter, published eight times a year since 1938.
The Toronto Field Naturalists (TFN) is an organization whose members have worked for 85 years to help Torontonians explore, love and conserve our city’s unique natural heritage.
To celebrate its 85th anniversary, the TFN is hosting a Nature Art Exhibit/Sale at which some 20 TFN member artists and photographers will display their interpretations of Toronto’s flora and fauna. The event will take place at The Papermill Art Gallery, Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum and Arts Centre, 67 Pottery Road, Toronto, and will be open to the public from August 27 to September 14. Artists will be available to discuss their work.
At the Art Exhibit, special tribute will be paid to artists Eva Davis, the late Diana Banville, and Mary Cumming who is credited with founding, some 40 years ago, the Nature Arts group within the TFN. This group of artists and photographers frequently work together in Toronto’s parks and ravines, and their creations enhance the pages of the TFN’s newsletter, published eight times a year since 1938.
The Toronto Field Naturalists (TFN) is an organization whose members have worked for 85 years to help Torontonians explore, love and conserve our city’s unique natural heritage.
To celebrate its 85th anniversary, the TFN is hosting a Nature Art Exhibit/Sale at which some 20 TFN member artists and photographers will display their interpretations of Toronto’s flora and fauna. The event will take place at The Papermill Art Gallery, Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum and Arts Centre, 67 Pottery Road, Toronto, and will be open to the public from August 27 to September 14. Artists will be available to discuss their work.
At the Art Exhibit, special tribute will be paid to artists Eva Davis, the late Diana Banville, and Mary Cumming who is credited with founding, some 40 years ago, the Nature Arts group within the TFN. This group of artists and photographers frequently work together in Toronto’s parks and ravines, and their creations enhance the pages of the TFN’s newsletter, published eight times a year since 1938.
The Toronto Field Naturalists (TFN) is an organization whose members have worked for 85 years to help Torontonians explore, love and conserve our city’s unique natural heritage.
To celebrate its 85th anniversary, the TFN is hosting a Nature Art Exhibit/Sale at which some 20 TFN member artists and photographers will display their interpretations of Toronto’s flora and fauna. The event will take place at The Papermill Art Gallery, Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum and Arts Centre, 67 Pottery Road, Toronto, and will be open to the public from August 27 to September 14. Artists will be available to discuss their work.
At the Art Exhibit, special tribute will be paid to artists Eva Davis, the late Diana Banville, and Mary Cumming who is credited with founding, some 40 years ago, the Nature Arts group within the TFN. This group of artists and photographers frequently work together in Toronto’s parks and ravines, and their creations enhance the pages of the TFN’s newsletter, published eight times a year since 1938.
The Toronto Field Naturalists (TFN) is an organization whose members have worked for 85 years to help Torontonians explore, love and conserve our city’s unique natural heritage.
To celebrate its 85th anniversary, the TFN is hosting a Nature Art Exhibit/Sale at which some 20 TFN member artists and photographers will display their interpretations of Toronto’s flora and fauna. The event will take place at The Papermill Art Gallery, Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum and Arts Centre, 67 Pottery Road, Toronto, and will be open to the public from August 27 to September 14. Artists will be available to discuss their work.
At the Art Exhibit, special tribute will be paid to artists Eva Davis, the late Diana Banville, and Mary Cumming who is credited with founding, some 40 years ago, the Nature Arts group within the TFN. This group of artists and photographers frequently work together in Toronto’s parks and ravines, and their creations enhance the pages of the TFN’s newsletter, published eight times a year since 1938.
The Toronto Field Naturalists (TFN) is an organization whose members have worked for 85 years to help Torontonians explore, love and conserve our city’s unique natural heritage.
To celebrate its 85th anniversary, the TFN is hosting a Nature Art Exhibit/Sale at which some 20 TFN member artists and photographers will display their interpretations of Toronto’s flora and fauna. The event will take place at The Papermill Art Gallery, Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum and Arts Centre, 67 Pottery Road, Toronto, and will be open to the public from August 27 to September 14. Artists will be available to discuss their work.
At the Art Exhibit, special tribute will be paid to artists Eva Davis, the late Diana Banville, and Mary Cumming who is credited with founding, some 40 years ago, the Nature Arts group within the TFN. This group of artists and photographers frequently work together in Toronto’s parks and ravines, and their creations enhance the pages of the TFN’s newsletter, published eight times a year since 1938.
The Toronto Field Naturalists (TFN) is an organization whose members have worked for 85 years to help Torontonians explore, love and conserve our city’s unique natural heritage.
To celebrate its 85th anniversary, the TFN is hosting a Nature Art Exhibit/Sale at which some 20 TFN member artists and photographers will display their interpretations of Toronto’s flora and fauna. The event will take place at The Papermill Art Gallery, Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum and Arts Centre, 67 Pottery Road, Toronto, and will be open to the public from August 27 to September 14. Artists will be available to discuss their work.
At the Art Exhibit, special tribute will be paid to artists Eva Davis, the late Diana Banville, and Mary Cumming who is credited with founding, some 40 years ago, the Nature Arts group within the TFN. This group of artists and photographers frequently work together in Toronto’s parks and ravines, and their creations enhance the pages of the TFN’s newsletter, published eight times a year since 1938.
The Toronto Field Naturalists (TFN) is an organization whose members have worked for 85 years to help Torontonians explore, love and conserve our city’s unique natural heritage.
To celebrate its 85th anniversary, the TFN is hosting a Nature Art Exhibit/Sale at which some 20 TFN member artists and photographers will display their interpretations of Toronto’s flora and fauna. The event will take place at The Papermill Art Gallery, Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum and Arts Centre, 67 Pottery Road, Toronto, and will be open to the public from August 27 to September 14. Artists will be available to discuss their work.
At the Art Exhibit, special tribute will be paid to artists Eva Davis, the late Diana Banville, and Mary Cumming who is credited with founding, some 40 years ago, the Nature Arts group within the TFN. This group of artists and photographers frequently work together in Toronto’s parks and ravines, and their creations enhance the pages of the TFN’s newsletter, published eight times a year since 1938.
The Toronto Field Naturalists (TFN) is an organization whose members have worked for 85 years to help Torontonians explore, love and conserve our city’s unique natural heritage.
To celebrate its 85th anniversary, the TFN is hosting a Nature Art Exhibit/Sale at which some 20 TFN member artists and photographers will display their interpretations of Toronto’s flora and fauna. The event will take place at The Papermill Art Gallery, Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum and Arts Centre, 67 Pottery Road, Toronto, and will be open to the public from August 27 to September 14. Artists will be available to discuss their work.
At the Art Exhibit, special tribute will be paid to artists Eva Davis, the late Diana Banville, and Mary Cumming who is credited with founding, some 40 years ago, the Nature Arts group within the TFN. This group of artists and photographers frequently work together in Toronto’s parks and ravines, and their creations enhance the pages of the TFN’s newsletter, published eight times a year since 1938.
In 1866, James Austin built a new house on the foundations of an earlier Baldwin family home. Over the next 140 years Casa Loma was built and an expressway almost went under Austin's house. Explore the grounds and neighbourhood of Austin's estate on this outdoor tour.
The Toronto Field Naturalists (TFN) is an organization whose members have worked for 85 years to help Torontonians explore, love and conserve our city’s unique natural heritage.
To celebrate its 85th anniversary, the TFN is hosting a Nature Art Exhibit/Sale at which some 20 TFN member artists and photographers will display their interpretations of Toronto’s flora and fauna. The event will take place at The Papermill Art Gallery, Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum and Arts Centre, 67 Pottery Road, Toronto, and will be open to the public from August 27 to September 14. Artists will be available to discuss their work.
At the Art Exhibit, special tribute will be paid to artists Eva Davis, the late Diana Banville, and Mary Cumming who is credited with founding, some 40 years ago, the Nature Arts group within the TFN. This group of artists and photographers frequently work together in Toronto’s parks and ravines, and their creations enhance the pages of the TFN’s newsletter, published eight times a year since 1938.
With Honorary Host, Hon. Margarett Best, MPP Scarborough-Guildwood
Explore the grounds of this former estate and arts centre. Hear stories of its owners and resident artists and learn about the architectural artifacts from Toronto buildings that grace its gardens.
The Toronto Field Naturalists (TFN) is an organization whose members have worked for 85 years to help Torontonians explore, love and conserve our city’s unique natural heritage.
To celebrate its 85th anniversary, the TFN is hosting a Nature Art Exhibit/Sale at which some 20 TFN member artists and photographers will display their interpretations of Toronto’s flora and fauna. The event will take place at The Papermill Art Gallery, Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum and Arts Centre, 67 Pottery Road, Toronto, and will be open to the public from August 27 to September 14. Artists will be available to discuss their work.
At the Art Exhibit, special tribute will be paid to artists Eva Davis, the late Diana Banville, and Mary Cumming who is credited with founding, some 40 years ago, the Nature Arts group within the TFN. This group of artists and photographers frequently work together in Toronto’s parks and ravines, and their creations enhance the pages of the TFN’s newsletter, published eight times a year since 1938.
The Toronto Field Naturalists (TFN) is an organization whose members have worked for 85 years to help Torontonians explore, love and conserve our city’s unique natural heritage.
To celebrate its 85th anniversary, the TFN is hosting a Nature Art Exhibit/Sale at which some 20 TFN member artists and photographers will display their interpretations of Toronto’s flora and fauna. The event will take place at The Papermill Art Gallery, Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum and Arts Centre, 67 Pottery Road, Toronto, and will be open to the public from August 27 to September 14. Artists will be available to discuss their work.
At the Art Exhibit, special tribute will be paid to artists Eva Davis, the late Diana Banville, and Mary Cumming who is credited with founding, some 40 years ago, the Nature Arts group within the TFN. This group of artists and photographers frequently work together in Toronto’s parks and ravines, and their creations enhance the pages of the TFN’s newsletter, published eight times a year since 1938.
The Toronto Field Naturalists (TFN) is an organization whose members have worked for 85 years to help Torontonians explore, love and conserve our city’s unique natural heritage.
To celebrate its 85th anniversary, the TFN is hosting a Nature Art Exhibit/Sale at which some 20 TFN member artists and photographers will display their interpretations of Toronto’s flora and fauna. The event will take place at The Papermill Art Gallery, Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum and Arts Centre, 67 Pottery Road, Toronto, and will be open to the public from August 27 to September 14. Artists will be available to discuss their work.
At the Art Exhibit, special tribute will be paid to artists Eva Davis, the late Diana Banville, and Mary Cumming who is credited with founding, some 40 years ago, the Nature Arts group within the TFN. This group of artists and photographers frequently work together in Toronto’s parks and ravines, and their creations enhance the pages of the TFN’s newsletter, published eight times a year since 1938.
The Toronto Field Naturalists (TFN) is an organization whose members have worked for 85 years to help Torontonians explore, love and conserve our city’s unique natural heritage.
To celebrate its 85th anniversary, the TFN is hosting a Nature Art Exhibit/Sale at which some 20 TFN member artists and photographers will display their interpretations of Toronto’s flora and fauna. The event will take place at The Papermill Art Gallery, Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum and Arts Centre, 67 Pottery Road, Toronto, and will be open to the public from August 27 to September 14. Artists will be available to discuss their work.
At the Art Exhibit, special tribute will be paid to artists Eva Davis, the late Diana Banville, and Mary Cumming who is credited with founding, some 40 years ago, the Nature Arts group within the TFN. This group of artists and photographers frequently work together in Toronto’s parks and ravines, and their creations enhance the pages of the TFN’s newsletter, published eight times a year since 1938.
The Toronto Field Naturalists (TFN) is an organization whose members have worked for 85 years to help Torontonians explore, love and conserve our city’s unique natural heritage.
To celebrate its 85th anniversary, the TFN is hosting a Nature Art Exhibit/Sale at which some 20 TFN member artists and photographers will display their interpretations of Toronto’s flora and fauna. The event will take place at The Papermill Art Gallery, Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum and Arts Centre, 67 Pottery Road, Toronto, and will be open to the public from August 27 to September 14. Artists will be available to discuss their work.
At the Art Exhibit, special tribute will be paid to artists Eva Davis, the late Diana Banville, and Mary Cumming who is credited with founding, some 40 years ago, the Nature Arts group within the TFN. This group of artists and photographers frequently work together in Toronto’s parks and ravines, and their creations enhance the pages of the TFN’s newsletter, published eight times a year since 1938.
The Toronto Field Naturalists (TFN) is an organization whose members have worked for 85 years to help Torontonians explore, love and conserve our city’s unique natural heritage.
To celebrate its 85th anniversary, the TFN is hosting a Nature Art Exhibit/Sale at which some 20 TFN member artists and photographers will display their interpretations of Toronto’s flora and fauna. The event will take place at The Papermill Art Gallery, Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum and Arts Centre, 67 Pottery Road, Toronto, and will be open to the public from August 27 to September 14. Artists will be available to discuss their work.
At the Art Exhibit, special tribute will be paid to artists Eva Davis, the late Diana Banville, and Mary Cumming who is credited with founding, some 40 years ago, the Nature Arts group within the TFN. This group of artists and photographers frequently work together in Toronto’s parks and ravines, and their creations enhance the pages of the TFN’s newsletter, published eight times a year since 1938.
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Honorary Host - Councillor Frances Nunziata, York South-Weston
Weston still retains a small town atmosphere. Hear about the people who settled here, from the early 1800s on, and created the former town now celebrating the completion of Phase 1 of the Weston Heritage Conservation District.
The Toronto Field Naturalists (TFN) is an organization whose members have worked for 85 years to help Torontonians explore, love and conserve our city’s unique natural heritage.
To celebrate its 85th anniversary, the TFN is hosting a Nature Art Exhibit/Sale at which some 20 TFN member artists and photographers will display their interpretations of Toronto’s flora and fauna. The event will take place at The Papermill Art Gallery, Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum and Arts Centre, 67 Pottery Road, Toronto, and will be open to the public from August 27 to September 14. Artists will be available to discuss their work.
At the Art Exhibit, special tribute will be paid to artists Eva Davis, the late Diana Banville, and Mary Cumming who is credited with founding, some 40 years ago, the Nature Arts group within the TFN. This group of artists and photographers frequently work together in Toronto’s parks and ravines, and their creations enhance the pages of the TFN’s newsletter, published eight times a year since 1938.
Yorkville was the first village to be annexed by the City of Toronto, in 1883. Explore the history of this one-time village of breweries and brickyards, which evolved into a ‘bedroom' community and is now an upscale shopping and residential area.
PLEASE NOTE: THIS WALK IS NOW CANCELLED
We are planning to reschedule to walk in 2009.
In his novel Consolation, author Michael Redhill imagined the lives of immigrant Jem Hallam in 1850s Toronto and Professor David Hollis in the city of the 1990s. Visit some of the sites from 1856, then travel forward to the present as the author explores our attitudes towards preservation of the past.
Toronto's important roles since its founding in 1793 are reflected in this vibrant downtown neighbourhood - evidence of our military past, Victorian residences, and buildings from the era as a diverse manufacturing centre. See how the area has successfully adapted to 200 years of changes.
O'Connor House - one of three buildings remaining on the former 850-acre O'Connor Estate/Maryvale Farms of the 1930s. There is a risk of losing it if we do not work together to save it and bring it back to life.
The man who built O'Connor Estate was Frank O'Connor - who, with his wife, Mary Ellen Hayes, were the founders of Laura Secord Candies in 1913. Who has not enjoyed a box of Laura Secord jellied candies or melt-in-your-mouth chocolates. And, did you know, that during the war years of rationed sugar, and other basics, that people would give their ration to Frank so he could continue to make the candies to send away to their beloved soldiers.
Why it is important to be part of this project is because it is North York at its finest. O'Connor House stands on its original foundation - unlike several other historic North York homes which have been moved. It has "good bones," a solid foundation, and architecturally, has beauty and balance. Who does not experience their heart, mind and soul uplifted in the presence of beauty and balance.
When Moore Park was annexed to the City in 1912, it was a sparsely populated country retreat used by Torontonians seeking fresh air on the escarpment. Real estate developers could see its potential and in two decades, it evolved from fields and woodland to a fully developed suburb.
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Explore the history and evolution of Fort York, the Garrison Common and the nearby Lake Ontario shoreline from the early British colonial era to the present day. Hear about the origins of the Fort, the fortification of the harbour, and subsequent developments of this vital area. Free admission to Fort York following tour and free parking.
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Besides collecting the usual photographs and documents about the site, the archivist of the Canadian National Exhibition has been the recipient of ghost stories - told to her by Exhibition Place staff. Visit the sites and hear the stories about some of the ghostly events that have been in the making for the last 200 years.
Nestled between High Park and the Humber valley, Swansea's tree canopy and cottage-like housing have enabled it to maintain a country-like atmosphere within the bustling city. Discover the history and geography of the north-east portion of this community.
The Société d’histoire de Toronto and Alliance Française invite you to join them on Sunday, October 5, between 11:00 am and 3:00 pm for a picnic as part of “Lafontaine-Baldwin Day at the Temple of the Children of Peace” in Sharon, northeast of Newmarket, at 18974 Leslie Street.
The Temple is a National Historic Site, completed in 1832, renowned for its architecture and symbolism, and also for its role in the historic alliance between Robert Baldwin and Louis-Hippolyte Lafontaine.
Participants will be welcomed at 11:00 am at the Temple by none other than David Willson who founded the Children of Peace nearly two hundred years ago. They will then visit the historic Doan farmhouse where Mrs. Doan will greet them and tell them of some of the political turmoil which characterized this part of Ontario in the 1830s and 40s and the effects it had on the community which built the Temple.
Explore 800 years of settlement in Scarborough - from a long-lost Iroquoiian village, through 19th century farmhouses to the suburban explosion after W.W. II. After the walk, visit the Harvest Festival at the Scarborough Museum.
Orphaned at 2, an heiress at 16, married at 19, and the mother of 8, Elizabeth Fisher Stong led a fascinating 19th century life. Watch as storyteller, Pauline Grondin, brings Elizabeth alive and learn the story behind the original settlers on the land of Black Creek Pioneer Village. As the tale unfolds enjoy warm apple cider and a fall harvest treat in the cozy lamplit historic Half Way House.
Wednesday October 15, 2008
Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Performance begins at 8:00 p.m.
Tickets must be purchased in advance.
$16.00/person
$14.00/members
Call 416 - 667- 6295 to purchase a ticket.
Visit www.blackcreek.ca for more information
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