Shawn & Ed Brewing CompanyDigital Doors Open Hamilton Region
- In-person
- Digital Doors Open
- Adaptive reuse
- Full wheelchair access
- Guided tours available
- Parking
- Washrooms
- Photography allowed
- Collections and resources
This 1885-86 building in the heart of Dundas has been a foundry, indoor skating/curling rink, bus depot, warehouse and, since 2016, this brewery. The wood post-and-beam/brick masonry structure has been preserved yet modernized with the latest in craft beer equipment. The brewery focuses on German-style lagers with an emphasis on quality and authenticity.
This 1885-86 building in the heart of historical Dundas has served as a foundry, indoor skating/curling rink, bus depot, warehouse and, since 2016, the Shawn & Ed Brewing Company. The wood post-and-beam/brick masonry structure has been preserved yet modernized with the latest in craft beer equipment. The brewery focuses on German-style lagers with an emphasis on quality and authenticity. Renowned local historian Ann Gillespie has produced a full illustrated report on the history of this site. As part of Digital Doors Open, check it out on the PDF on the Architectural Conservancy of Ontario Hamilton Region Branch's website.
Architecture
Year built: 1860s; renovated: 2015-16Building type:CommercialFood and drink
Architect: Peter Brass, Hamilton (1885-86); Richard Todd Wilson (2015 renovation)
Dates/hours open
May 04, 11:00am - May 04, 04:00pmSaturday only: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.