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.

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.

By the 1880s, Jarvis Street had become one of the most fashionable streets in Toronto. 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.

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 New Lease on Life: Rental Housing in 20th century Toronto."