Wellington County Administration Centre and Law Libraryin-person Doors Open Guelph

New

  • In-person
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Site has blue and gold provincial plaque
  • Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
Wellington County Administration Centre and Law Library

Constructed by William Allan of local limestone in 1842-44, the original County Court House is one of Guelph’s most significant buildings. It has been enlarged several times over the years. Walls from the original jail surround a secret garden. The Law Library is housed in the former 1911 jail building, known as the “County Bucket,” which was vacated in 1980.

Contact info

74 Woolwich Street
Guelph, Ontario
E-mail: jennifera@wellington.ca
https://www.wellington.ca/your-government/contact-us

Architecture

Year built: 1842-44
Building type:CourthouseGovernment building
Architect: William Allan

Dates/hours open

Apr 26, 10:00am - Apr 26, 04:00pm

Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.