While this site has participated in Doors Open Ontario in the past, it may not be part of the current season’s program. Please check the Home page for this year’s events and participating sites. For Toronto and Ottawa, check their local websites to confirm.

Acton - Moorecroft (Beatty House)in-person Doors Open Halton Region

New

  • In-person
  • National Historic Site (Canada)
  • Parking
  • Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust
Acton - Moorecroft (Beatty House)

Moorecroft was designed by Toronto architect J.A. Ellis and built by John Cameron in 1896. The house has an irregular asymmetrical silhouette with two-storey bays, multi-sloped roofs and tall decorated chimneys, typical of the Queen Ann style. Interior features include a formal dining room with sculpted crown molding, crystal chandelier and elegant Victorian fireplace.

Contact info

98 Church Street East
Acton, Ontario
E-mail: peter_rowe@hotmail.com

Architecture

Year built: 1896
Building type:Historical housePrivate residence
Architect: James A. Ellis, Toronto
Architectural style:Queen Anne

Dates/hours open

Sep 29, 10:00am - Sep 29, 04:00pm

Sunday only: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.