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04 / 25
Start: 1:00 pm
End: 5:30 pm
NEW Dirt streets and wooden sidewalks, the smell of wood smoke and stables, schooners and steamboats in the harbour - this was what one would have encountered here in 1834, the year the growing Town of York (population 9,252) was incorporated as the City of Toronto. While it is a challenge to fully understand life back then, we can get a sense of the scope of the early city - through our feet! In celebration of Toronto's 175th anniversary, Heritage Toronto and Spacing magazine invite you to walk the 1834 city boundaries in a one-of-a-kind modern ‘pilgrimage'. Pick up a map between 1:00 and 2:30 PM at the start point and walk the route at your own pace. Or drop by the Heritage Toronto office (St. Lawrence Hall, 157 King Street East, 3rd Floor - King/Jarvis Streets) after April 25 to pick up the map and do this self-guided tour at your own convenience. | ||
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Start: 1:30 pm
End: 4:00 pm
Discover the story-filled history of North Rosedale, a secluded residential neighbourhood in midtown Toronto. The site of a golf course and lacrosse grounds in the late 1800s, the area became home to Lieutenant Governors and other luminaries, living in houses built in a mix of architectural styles. | ||
05 / 3
Start: 1:30 pm
End: 3:30 pm
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' - on this tour along Dundas Street West. | ||
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Start: 1:30 pm
End: 4:00 pm
NEW In the late 1800s, artist Marmaduke Matthews started an artists' colony on a wooded hill overlooking Bathurst St. and Davenport Rd. In the fall of 2008, history repeated itself when Artscape launched a new haven for artists nearby, in long-vacant streetcar barns. Explore these two enclaves, as well as some of the other treasures in this St. Clair West neighbourhood. | ||
05 / 10
Start: 1:30 pm
End: 3:30 pm
The diversity of Toronto's 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 manufacturing centre. See how the Wellington Place neighbourhood has successfully adapted to 200 years of changes. | ||
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Start: 10:00 am
End: 12:00 pm
Explore the western portion of Toronto Island from Hanlan's Point 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. | ||
05 / 31
Start: 1:30 pm
End: 3:00 pm
Honourary Host - MPP David Zimmer, Willowdale Before the suburban lawns and high-rises sprouted in North York, there was ‘rural Willow Dale.' Walk the former farmland of residents like David Gibson, a 19th century farmer, surveyor and one of the leaders of the 1837 Rebellion. See some of the buildings and sites of this one-time village, as well as the public art that commemorates an earlier era. | ||
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Start: 1:30 pm
End: 3:30 pm
Mystery, myths and the mistress! Explore the lives of John Howard, one of the first architects to come to York (1832) and the founder of High Park, and his wife Jemima, on this stroll round the gardens of Colborne Lodge and vicinity. | ||
06 / 7
Start: 11:00 am
End: 1:00 pm
The "Danforth" used to pass through open fields and market gardens. Today we find an interesting mix of structures and sites: from the home of William Peyton Hubbard, the first African-Canadian member of Toronto City Council, to the reborn Music Hall Theatre. | ||
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Start: 1:30 pm
End: 3:00 pm
Explore an old and historically significant neighbourhood and hear stories about life east of the Don River. See a variety of homes -- from one of the city's oldest houses to the home away from home for some, the Don Jail. | ||
06 / 14
Start: 1:30 pm
End: 3:30 pm
NEW The earth has been a treasure house of resources and inspiration for Toronto builders and artists. Explore the many uses of materials in building, decorating and enhancing, on this tour in downtown Toronto. | ||
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Start: 10:00 am
End: 12:00 pm
NEW In the mid 1800s, gardener George Leslie began a plant nursery business near the shores of Ashbridges Bay. Hear about his contribution to Toronto's forest and gardens as well as stories of some of the other residents and businesses of this one-time postal village. After the tour, join Heritage Toronto, LEAF (Local Enhancement and Appreciation of Forests), Councillor Paula Fletcher and local residents at the Leslieville Tree Festival (Celebrating 125 years of Leslieville joining the City of Toronto) in Leslie Grove Park at 12:00pm for a Heritage Toronto plaque presentation in celebration of George Leslie. | ||
06 / 21
Start: 1:30 pm
End: 3:30 pm
NEW Celebrate the 400th anniversary of Galileo's development of the telescope and the International Year of Astronomy with this tour exploring Toronto's astronomical heritage. Hear about the people and organizations who have contributed to the development of astronomy in Toronto, an international centre for astronomical research and education, on this stroll around the University of Toronto area. | ||
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Start: 1:30 pm
End: 3:30 pm
NEW Honourary Host - Councillor Suzan Hall In the 1800s, the area around Albion Road and Islington Ave was the site of a farming village called Thistletown. Discover the gems of an earlier time - 19th century farm buildings, early 20th century country homes, the first public park in Etobicoke and Toronto's last working farm - that lie hidden amongst the suburbs and strip malls of North Etobicoke. Start: 1:30 pm
End: 3:00 pm
Explore a special corner of Cabbagetown, a well-preserved 19th century suburb, on this tour of the Necropolis, one of Toronto's oldest cemeteries. Visit the final resting place of famous Canadians such as William Lyon Mackenzie, Toronto's controversial first Mayor; George Brown, a Father of Confederation; and Thornton Blackburn, who started the first cab company in Toronto, after escaping from slavery in the U.S. | ||
06 / 28
Start: 1:30 pm
End: 3:00 pm
This walk has been cancelled due to the City of Toronto employees strike. 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. | ||
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Start: 11:00 am
End: 12:00 pm
This event has been cancelled due to the City of Toronto strike. 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. LOCATION: Chinese Railroad Workers Monument, North Linear Park, west of Rogers Centre (Skydome), east of Spadina Ave, south of Front St. | ||
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Start: 11:00 am
End: 1:00 pm
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Fringe Festival in Toronto, a "must see" for theatre fans. Explore the history of some of the sites where Fringe plays have been presented, most of which were built for a purpose other than theatre. | ||
07 / 5
Start: 1:30 pm
End: 4:00 pm
Hear the stories of this now almost invisible village that once had a school, church, post office and a stop on the Beltline Railway. | ||
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Start: 11:00 am
End: 1:00 pm
The Railway Lands around Union Station have undergone several dramatic transformations since 1853, when the first passenger train steamed out of Toronto. Explore Toronto's railway heritage, culminating with a ride on the John Street Roundhouse turntable at the Toronto Railway Heritage Centre. Start: 1:30 pm
End: 3:00 pm
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 also available before and after the tour of the grounds (call 416-325-7500 for details). | ||
07 / 12
Start: 11:15 am
End: 12:45 pm
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. | ||
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Start: 1:30 pm
End: 3:30 pm
Cabbagetown, a residential area developed in the late 1800s, is rich in Victorian architecture. Explore the architecture and hear stories of the people who have lived here. | ||
07 / 19
Start: 1:30 pm
End: 3:30 pm
Discover the Toronto of 1834, when "printer" and outspoken reform politician, William Lyon Mackenzie, served as the city's first mayor. | ||
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Start: 1:30 pm
End: 3:30 pm
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 thrived until 1915 when a spring flood, and later fire, destroyed many of the buildings. | ||
07 / 26
Start: 1:30 pm
End: 3:30 pm
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. | ||
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Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Explore the history of the grounds that are now the Canadian National Exhibition, 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. | ||
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Start: 1:30 pm
End: 3:30 pm
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. | ||
08 / 9
Start: 1:30 pm
End: 3:30 pm
In the 1880s, Sherbourne Street was one of the most fashionable streets in Toronto. Glimpses of its noble past survive in its architecture - grand homes built for wealthy businessmen, and imposing churches. | ||
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Start: 1:30 pm
End: 3:30 pm
Discover Agincourt Village, an early 20th century transportation and commercial hub, that has survived among the suburbs built after World War II in northern Scarborough. | ||
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Start: 1:30 pm
End: 3:30 pm
Walk St. Clair Avenue, originally the north border of what was "Concession II from the Bay." Learn about the land formations of the area and see a variety of monuments, statues and architectural styles. | ||
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Start: 1:30 pm
End: 3:30 pm
The diverse Marlborough - Summerhill area, which includes everything from grand estates to a city reservoir, has been largely shaped by the 1884 Canadian Pacific Railway line. This busy freight line, along with the beautifully restored North Toronto Station, continues to dominate the area. | ||
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Start: 11:00 am
End: 12:30 pm
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. | ||
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Start: 1:30 pm
End: 3:30 pm
Discover the natural heritage of The Beach, a tree-lined lakeside neighbourhood popular with residents and visitors alike. Experience the area's varied topography and hear about efforts to restore the remnant forest on this "tree tour" from Kew Gardens to the Glen Stewart Ravine. | ||
08 / 30
Start: 1:30 pm
End: 4:00 pm
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, and the Humber River valley below. Tours will be offered in English and French. | ||
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