Bita Amani, head instructor and creative director of Bita’s Art Centre, is featured on the Richmond Hill Studio Tour. With over 20 years of experience, Amani showcases paintings using various techniques and materials. Explore portraits, still life, landscapes and abstract artworks, and experience the creative process behind each unique piece.

The original farm on this site was divided and sold, with the east half bought by Thomas Fenby Boynton. In 1875, the Boynton family built the current brick house to replace an original log home. Today, Boynton House is a community art exhibition space. Stop by to explore the dynamic juried members’ show of the Markham Group of Artists.

This historical guild hall was moved here in 1978. Showcasing one-of-a-kind handcrafted items by guild members and local artisans, this site is a hub for artistic endeavours — workshops, meetings, sales and exhibitions. Enjoy fibre and textile arts and pottery demonstrations (accessed by staircase). Operated by the Burr House Spinners and Weavers Guild and the Hill Potters’ Guild.

Circling Hawk Honey & Mead is the only commercial meadery in Richmond Hill. Built and operated as an equestrian farm until 2010, the site was converted to mostly agriculture as a secondary use. Learn about sustainable farming practices on a tour of the bee yard, fruit orchards, horse stable and extraction facilities while enjoying tastings and live entertainment.

The Curtain Club Theatre is a non-profit community theatre entertaining the Richmond Hill community for over 70 years. In 1972, theatre members opened the current 158-seat venue, originally home to the Royal Canadian Air Force. Join a guided tour and explore behind-the-scenes magic — from the stage to backstage areas — and learn about stories that have brought unforgettable performances to life.

Lake St. George Field Centre is a beautiful experiential learning facility surrounded by woodlands, open meadow and a kettle lake on the ecologically significant Oak Ridges Moraine. Enjoy this rare opportunity to visit — complete with special tours of the 1906 Davis Hall and aboard a solar-powered pontoon vessel. This site is stewarded by Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. Pre-registration required.

Participating in the Richmond Hill Studio Tour, Kyungmin Kate Lee — a photographer who emigrated to Canada in the late 1990s — specializes in capturing parks and natural landscapes in Richmond Hill and nearby cities. With a background in photography from Korea, Lee’s work invites viewers to experience a blend of past, present and future emotions.

The Mary-Lou Griffin Local History Room is located on the fourth floor of the Central Branch of the Richmond Hill Public Library. It contains an extensive collection of historically significant and unique resources about Richmond Hill, York Region and beyond. Join in guided tours, special exhibits and demonstrations with a research specialist.

The Mill Pond Gallery is a participating site in the Richmond Hill Studio Tour. Formed in 1978, the Richmond Hill Group of Artists is a volunteer-run group for visual artists. In 1994, they opened the Mill Pond Gallery to exhibit their work and provide educational opportunities. View two-dimensional artwork in a wide range of mediums, styles and themes.

Featured in the Richmond Hill Studio Tour, Victor Molev — a Canadian artist of Russian descent — specializes in decorative realism, fantasy, symbolism and surrealism. Born in Gorky, Russia, Molev has been passionate about art from an early age. He has also participated in numerous solo and group exhibitions in Europe and North America.

In 1805, the original property was sold to Captain Fulton (Loyalist and first justice of the peace in the area). Richard Vanderburgh later purchased the property and built the Georgian-style house while married to Fulton’s daughter, Elizabeth. The building is now home to the Richmond Hill Board of Trade and is a hub for fostering business growth and local collaboration.

The Richland Academy is a participating site in the Richmond Hill Studio Tour. It features award-winning artist and art teacher Josephine Sherman. Guests are invited to explore nature in its many forms and seasons through her watercolour paintings. Sherman will be set up with painting materials for viewers to witness her creative process firsthand.

The Richmond Hill David Dunlap Observatory is a national historic site, designated under the Ontario Heritage Act. Opened in 1935, it was at the forefront of Canadian astronomical research, housing the then-largest telescope in Canada. Today, it is a facility for public education and outreach through city-run programs and partnerships. Please pre-register to tour the observatory and administration buildings.

The Richmond Hill Heritage Centre is housed in a restored 1840s Regency-style cottage — originally home to Amos Wright, the first Reeve of Markham Township. The Centre serves as a unique venue to showcase the rich heritage and history of Richmond Hill. Explore galleries and exhibits. Or enjoy their popular afternoon teas (reserve online — limited seating available).

The Richmond Hill Hindu Temple was built by volunteers and devotees. Construction began in 1975 with the installation of a Ganesha and ended in 2001 with the installation of large altar towers. Today, the Temple provides individuals and families with a place to connect to their faith and culture. Explore the fine artwork displayed throughout. (No photography allowed).

The Richmond Hill Lawn Bowling Club is in the heart of Richmond Hill, welcoming social and competitive bowlers of all ages. It was built in the early 1920s by founding member, William Graham on property he sold to the Club. Recent renovations strengthened the foundation of the building with steel piles. Come out, try the sport and meet friendly people.

The Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church, with its unique patterned bricks, was erected in 1880. The interior features Gothic-designed woodwork, original pews and beautiful stained-glass windows. Tour the building, engage in a demonstration of the 1915 Cassavant pipe organ and experience a diverse array of creative expressions by artists Narenhua, Roger Potts, and Ziba Salehi-Rahni.

The Richmond Hill Sports Hall of Fame is located on the second floor of the Elgin Barrow Arena. It features exhibits and photos of local sports history. Here, they recognize athletes, teams, officials and sports builders who have helped shape Richmond Hill's sports community. Check out the inductees, awards recipients, Moments in Sport winners and more.

This Gothic revival-style church features a gable roof, a belfry with pointed arches, buttresses, a brick vestibule, a chancel and side wing, and a rose window. The building hosts the Light on the Hill Church — an evangelical family church that serves Richmond Hill and York Region. Join in guided tours and enjoy an all-day breakfast.

The Coptic Orthodox Church was founded by Mark the Evangelist in AD 43. St. Mary & St. Joseph has a distinctive history and boasts unique architectural features. Beautiful hand-painted murals, carved wood and imported Egyptian marble grace the church’s interior. Join a guided tour and learn about the culture and heritage of the Coptic (Egyptian) community in Richmond Hill.

St. Mary’s is the oldest church structure in Richmond Hill — and the city’s first Anglican parish. The historical building is now a chapel for the main church, built in 1964 in the Gothic-revival style. Take a guided tour of the chapel, indoor burial plot, church sanctuary, bell tower and stained-glass windows.

Participating in the Richmond Hill Studio Tour, this home studio showcases the works of Laurel Douglas Shugarman and guest artist Claudia Galletta. Shugarman produces jewelry — rings, bracelets, pendants and earrings — in silver, gold, bronze and resin, along with prints and cards and two-dimensional art. Galletta produces ceramics, experimenting with various pottery techniques, motivated through her passion of wheel throwing.