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Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Saturday, June 1, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

Welcome to the 20th annual Doors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville event!

We are excited to be featuring 20 sites and a bonus self-guided walking tour in celebration of Whitchurch-Stouffville’s 20th Doors Open event!

Doors Open is a provincial initiative designed to highlight cultural, architectural and environmental heritage throughout communities and cities in Ontario to provide the public with unique experiences and engage them with the community. This year, in support of our 20th anniversary, we will also be bringing you some interesting examples of adaptive reuse.

Come and explore some of Whitchurch-Stouffville’s oldest buildings and learn the roles they have played throughout the town’s fascinating history.

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Looking to get involved in the community? Apply to volunteer at the Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum & Community Centre!

Doors Open volunteers must apply by Sunday, May 5.

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Contact information

22 In-person Doors Open sites

Applewood FarmDoors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Applewood Farm

Applewood Farm has been a part of Stouffville’s agricultural community for 50 years. The site has been featured on the hit television shows Schitt’s Creek and The Littlest Hobo. Visitors are welcome to explore the play area, walk the farm, enjoy a wagon ride and learn about the upcoming crops and pick-your-own season.

  • Kid-friendly
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

12416 McCowan Road
Stouffville, Ontario
https://applewoodfarm.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1973
Building type: Farm

Dates/hours open

Jun 01 - Jun 01

Bill Fisch Forest Stewardship and Education CentreDoors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Bill Fisch Forest Stewardship and Education Centre

Celebrate 100 years of York Regional Forest at this innovative LEED platinum-certified building, which creates more energy than it uses. Functioning as the hub for York Region Forestry’s educational programming, this centre was built using local and recycled materials. Explore the 100th anniversary display and take a guided tour of the facility.

  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

16389 Highway 48
Stouffville, Ontario
https://www.york.ca/environment/forests/outdoor-education

Architecture

Year built: 2015
Building type: Educational facility Green building
Architect: DIOLOG

Dates/hours open

Jun 01 - Jun 01

Bruce's Mill Conservation Area — Nature CentreDoors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Bruce's Mill Conservation Area — Nature Centre

Experience nature's gifts at the Bruce's Mill Conservation Park as you walk along the forest trails, zip your way through the high tree canopy, try your hand at disc golf, check out the BMX track, ask about their summer day camp options, and practise your swing on the driving range. Learn more about the park and its important conservation activities!

  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

3291 Stouffville Road
Stouffville, Ontario
https://trca.ca/parks/bruces-mill-conservation-area

Architecture


Dates/hours open

Jun 01 - Jun 01

Canadian Mar Thoma Church Toronto, TheDoors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Canadian Mar Thoma Church Toronto, The

St. Thomas Christians can trace their origins to the arrival of St. Thomas on a lagoon in Malankara, India. Built in 2017, this 2,137-square-metre (23,000-square-foot) building contains a beautiful 750-seat sanctuary, seniors’ recreational room, youth room and spectacular chandeliers. Take a guided tour, browse exhibits to learn about faith, beliefs and rich cultural heritage, and stop by the food sale.

  • Food vendors
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

159 Sandiford Drive
Stouffville, Ontario
https://canadianmarthomachurch.com

Architecture

Year built: 2017
Building type: Place of worship

Dates/hours open

Jun 01 - Jun 01

Darul Khair Center, StouffvilleDoors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Darul Khair Center, Stouffville

Welcome to the Darul Khair Center. As Muslims began moving to the Stouffville area, community members felt the need for a place to pray and unite with the community. During Doors Open, explore the mosque and participate in interesting activities for the whole family. Learn about Islamic history, the role of Canadian Muslims, and enjoy provided snacks.

  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

86 Ringwood Drive, Unit 36
Stouffville, Ontario
https://darulkhair.ca

Architecture

Building type: Place of worship

Dates/hours open

Jun 01 - Jun 01

Holy Theotokos Convent/Joyous Light CandlesDoors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Holy Theotokos Convent/Joyous Light Candles

Holy Theotokos is a Greek Orthodox convent that not only follows the traditional order but also manufactures pure beeswax candles. During Doors Open, visitors can tour the chapel and the candle factory to see how this property has changed and adapted over time. Don’t forget to stop by for lunch at the Greek souvlaki and pastry tent.

  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • Food vendors
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

4369 Faulkner Avenue
Stouffville, Ontario
https://www.joyouslightcandles.ca

Architecture

Year built: Convent established in 2001
Building type: Commercial Place of worship

Dates/hours open

Jun 01 - Jun 01

Jean-Baptiste Lainé SiteDoors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Jean-Baptiste Lainé Site

The Jean-Baptiste Lainé Site was home to a remarkable late-16th-century ancestral Wendat community. Of all the sites in Southern Ontario that have been almost completely excavated, it is considered one of the largest and most complex. Explore and learn about this amazing archaeological site with self-guided tours and a staffed interpretation table.

  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Site has blue and gold provincial plaque
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

99 Reeves Way Blvd. (street parking available on Lost Pond Crescent and Jonas Millway; please be mindful of the No Parking zones)
Stouffville, Ontario
Email: wsmuseum@townofws.ca
https://stouffville.com/do-it/culture/archaeology-alive

Architecture

Building type: Historical landmark

Dates/hours open

Jun 01 - Jun 01

Latcham Art CentreDoors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Latcham Art Centre

Engage in a self-guided tour through the exhibition Like Heirlooms, which brings together three Chinese-Canadian artists at Stouffville's only public art gallery. These artworks use traditional and experimental materials like crystalized MSG and SCOBY to start the conversation about the Chinese diaspora and identity. During Doors Open, create your own masterpiece with a hands-on activity inspired by the exhibition.

  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

2 Park Drive
Stouffville, Ontario
https://www.latchamartcentre.ca

Architecture

Year built: Founded in 1979
Building type: Gallery

Dates/hours open

Jun 01 - Jun 01

Lemonville United ChurchDoors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Lemonville United Church

In 1854, the first services of the Lemonville Methodist Church were held in a frame schoolhouse. In 1856, the original church building was constructed on the present site. During Doors Open, visit Lemonville United for refreshments, explore the historical graveyard, and speak to members of the congregation about the site’s social/architectural significance. History books will be available for purchase.

  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

13523 McCowan Road
Stouffville, Ontario
https://lemonvilleunitedchurch.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1856
Building type: Place of worship

Dates/hours open

Jun 01 - Jun 01

Nineteen on the ParkDoors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Nineteen on the Park

Built in 1896, Nineteen on the Park is one of the oldest buildings along Stouffville’s Main Street. It has served as a meeting place, market, concert hall, bowling alley, silent film theatre, town hall and more! Enjoy a guided tour through the many eras of this beautiful building and take in its unique architecture.

  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Rental opportunities

Contact info

19 Civic Avenue
Stouffville, Ontario
Email: 19onthepark@townofws.ca
https://www.townofws.ca/play/theatre

Architecture

Year built: 1896
Building type: Attraction Theatre
Architect: Taylor Hazell Architects Ltd.

Dates/hours open

Jun 01 - Jun 01

Ontario SPCA York Region Animal CentreDoors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Ontario SPCA York Region Animal Centre

The Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and Humane Society provides care, comfort and compassion to animals in need across the province. During Doors Open, join an educational tour of the Animal Centre, interact with animals, play games and learn to be animal smart. There will also be a vendor market.

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

16586 Woodbine Avenue
Stouffville, Ontario
https://ontariospca.ca

Architecture

Building type: Educational facility

Dates/hours open

Jun 01 - Jun 01

Richmond Hill Live SteamersDoors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Richmond Hill Live Steamers

Come and visit the Richmond Hill Live Steamers to experience miniature railway demonstrations. This outdoor model railway, run by hobbyists and engineers, features several gauges of trains running on steam, gasoline and electric power, based on real engines dating back to 1803. Limited rides may be available and are limited to one ride per person. Entry closes at 2 p.m.

  • Kid-friendly
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

15922 McCowan Road
Stouffville, Ontario
https://richmond-hill-live-steamers.tripod.com

Architecture

Year built: 1977
Building type: Attraction Transportation

Dates/hours open

Jun 01 - Jun 01

Stouffville Clippers Sports ComplexDoors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Stouffville Clippers Sports Complex

Take a guided, behind-the-scenes tour of this award-winning facility and learn how indoor ice is made. Named after the Stouffville Clippers, this 7,339-square-metre (79,000-square-foot) facility features two National Hockey League-sized hockey pads (with seating for more than 325 spectators per pad), 12 change rooms and two multi-purpose rooms. Come and have your photo taken with the Zamboni!

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Rental opportunities

Architecture

Building type: Attraction

Dates/hours open

Jun 01 - Jun 01

Stouffville OptometryDoors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Stouffville Optometry

Built as a home in 1905, this historical building was converted into Stouffville’s first eye clinic in 1979. Take a guided tour of the site to see how it has been transformed from a home to a medical office. Visit three stations that feature innovative technologies: Optomap, Topography and the Optical Lab. Tours will occur every 30 minutes.

  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

6085 Main Street
Stouffville, Ontario
Email: eyes@stouffvilleoptometry.com
https://www.stouffvilleoptometry.com

Architecture

Year built: 1905
Building type: Health-care facility Private residence

Dates/hours open

Jun 01 - Jun 01

Stouffville Town HallDoors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Stouffville Town Hall

Whitchurch-Stouffville has a deeply rooted political history. During Doors Open, come and visit the town hall and be among the first to see a new micro-exhibit that focuses on Stouffville reeves and mayors — political leaders who have helped shape the community over the years. While you’re here, check out the council chambers, too.

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

111 Sandiford Drive
Stouffville, Ontario
Email: customer.service@townofws.ca
https://www.townofws.ca/town-hall

Architecture

Building type: Government building

Dates/hours open

Jun 01 - Jun 01

Sweet Acres Pig SanctuaryDoors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Sweet Acres Pig Sanctuary

The Sweet Acres Pig Sanctuary rescues potbelly pigs and provides protection and a peaceful, safe and healthy life, often after being removed from terrible circumstances. During Doors Open, come and tour the site and learn about the sanctuary’s role in providing a safe and welcoming environment. Animal interactions will be available. You can also sponsor your favourite pig!

  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

2798 Vivian Road
Stouffville, Ontario
Email: sweetacressanctuary@gmail.com
https://sweetacrespigsanctuary.com

Architecture

Year built: 2016
Building type: Farm

Dates/hours open

Jun 01 - Jun 01

Treetop Trekking StouffvilleDoors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Treetop Trekking Stouffville

Visit Treetop Trekking Stouffville in Bruce’s Mill Conservation Area where they offer adventure activities for all ages. During Doors Open, enjoy a guided walking tour with a park manager on the ground where you will learn about the ziplines, aerial courses, treehouse park and UPLÅ (suspended outdoor net park)! Please note that Doors Open access does not include activity admission.

  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Washrooms

Contact info

3291 Stouffville Road (at Bruce's Mill)
Whitchurch-Stouffville, Ontario
Email: stouffville@treetoptrekking.com
https://treetoptrekking.com/park/stouffville

Architecture

Year built: 2014
Building type: Attraction
Architect: The Trekking Group

Dates/hours open

Jun 01 - Jun 01

Whitchurch-Stouffville Leisure Centre: Summer CampsDoors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Whitchurch-Stouffville Leisure Centre: Summer Camps

Visit the Leisure Centre to learn all about Stouffville’s summer camps — from sports and museums to the arts and theatre camps! Get a sneak peek into the exciting summer ahead and secure your child’s spot for a memorable season of learning and laughter. Enjoy games and meet their fantastic counsellors! Download a copy of the guide here.

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Rental opportunities

Contact info

2 Park Drive
Stouffville, Ontario
https://www.townofws.ca/play/recreation/programs/camps-and-pa-days

Architecture

Year built: 2001

Dates/hours open

Jun 01 - Jun 01

Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum & Community CentreDoors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum & Community Centre

The Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum & Community Centre has preserved the town's rich heritage since 1971. Be sure to check out new exhibits, including The York Regional Forest: A Growing Legacy and Standing in the Doorway: Lived Histories and Experiences of the Chinese Community. Visit the historical buildings, create a souvenir at the craft station and participate in Victorian lawn games!

  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

14732 Woodbine Avenue
Stouffville, Ontario
Email: wsmuseum@townofws.ca
https://www.townofws.ca/museum

Architecture

Year built: 1860-2011
Building type: Attraction Educational facility Historical landmark Historical house Museum Schoolhouse

Dates/hours open

Jun 01 - Jun 01

Whitchurch-Stouffville Public LibraryDoors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Whitchurch-Stouffville Public Library

The Whitchurch-Stouffville Public Library traces its history back to 1877 when it was first established in Allan's Jewelry Store, then as the Mechanic's Institute, and finally as a free public library in 1899. Celebrate International Tabletop Games Day with a variety of board games to play. And enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the library's Makerspace and make your own button.

  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

2 Park Drive
Stouffville, Ontario
Email: info@wsplibrary.ca
https://www.wsplibrary.ca

Architecture

Year built: 2001 (renovated and reopened in 2018)
Building type: Library
Architect: Diamond Schmitt

Dates/hours open

Jun 01 - Jun 01

WillowgroveDoors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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Willowgrove

Willowgrove offers programs to get kids and families outdoors, learning and growing together. Established in 1968, it was founded on the 40-hectare (100-acre) historical Groff Family farm. Since then, it has evolved into a day camp and education centre. Try your hand at bouldering in the repurposed century barn, enjoy a wagon ride, and partake in hands-on historical experiences.

  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Rental opportunities

Contact info

11737 McCowan Road
Stouffville, Ontario
https://www.willowgrove.ca

Architecture

Year built: c. 1800
Building type: Educational facility Farm

Dates/hours open

Jun 01 - Jun 01

York Region Police Community Safety VillageDoors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville

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York Region Police Community Safety Village

The York Region Police Community Safety Village is an interactive, educational facility where children can learn about fire, traffic and personal safety. The site features a 929-square-metre (10,000 square-foot) learning centre with police, paramedic and fire education. Visit the new human rights classroom. Explore the miniature village with working traffic lights and signals. Located within the Bruce’s Mill Conservation Area.

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

3291 Stouffville Road
Stouffville, Ontario
https://www.yrp.ca/en/community/Community-Safety-Village.asp

Architecture

Building type: Educational facility

Dates/hours open

Jun 01 - Jun 01