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Willowgrove Doors 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, 10:00am - Jun 01, 04:00pm

York Region Police Community Safety Village Doors 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, 10:00am - Jun 01, 04:00pm

Argonaut Rowing Club Doors Open Toronto

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Argonaut Rowing Club

Canada’s second-oldest rowing club is also the birthplace of the Toronto Argonauts football team. Located along the waterfront trail’s western shores, the club offers programs to fit different needs, abilities and interests. Take a tour of the facility, explore the Trophy Room, enjoy a coffee in the Henley Room, and see some of the best views of Lake Ontario.

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

Contact info

1225 Lake Shore Blvd. West
Toronto, Ontario
https://www.argonautrowingclub.com

Architecture

Year built: 1949

Dates/hours open

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

Daniels Building Doors Open Toronto

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Daniels Building

Originally home to Knox College, this building later served as a military hospital and laboratory. It is now the University of Toronto’s John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape and Design. To create the faculty's new home, the restored historical building has been blended with a contemporary addition that continues to delight visitors. During Doors Open, take a self-guided tour.

  • Digital Doors Open
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Videos
  • Kid-friendly

Contact info

1 Spadina Crescent
Toronto, Ontario
https://www.daniels.utoronto.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1875; 2017 restoration
Building type: Educational facility Green building
Architect: Smith & Gemmel (restoration by NADAAA)

The Carlu Doors Open Toronto

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The Carlu

Opened in 1930 as Eaton’s Seventh Floor, The Carlu was spearheaded by businessman Timothy Eaton and his wife, Lady Eaton, who aspired to bring high society and world-class culture to Toronto. Allegedly, the design inspired the Rockefeller Center’s Rainbow Room in New York. It is now a popular event venue. Come and enjoy this rare opportunity to explore the building.

  • Full wheelchair access
  • National Historic Site (Canada)
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Rental opportunities

Contact info

444 Yonge Street, 7th floor (use the main floor Carlu elevators to access the 7th floor)
Toronto, Ontario
https://www.oliverbonacini.com/event-venues/the-carlu

Architecture

Year built: Unknown
Building type: Theatre
Architect: Jacques Carlu

Dates/hours open

May 26, 10:00am - May 26, 05:00pm

Osgoode Hall Doors Open Toronto

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Osgoode Hall

Osgoode Hall — home of the Law Society of Ontario and the highest courts of the province — opened in 1832 and remains a Toronto landmark and symbol of the law in Ontario. The 1867 fence, renowned for its peculiar gates, surrounds the property and its landscaped grounds. Download the self-guided tour or speak with the knowledgeable volunteers. (No tripods allowed.)

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

Contact info

130 Queen Street West
Toronto, Ontario
https://lso.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1832
Building type: Courthouse Educational facility Historical landmark
Architect: John Ewart, William Warren Baldwin

Dates/hours open

May 25, 12:00pm - May 26, 05:00pm

Aga Khan Museum Doors Open Toronto

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Aga Khan Museum

Toronto’s Aga Khan Museum was established and developed by the Aga Khan Trust for Culture to foster a greater understanding and appreciation of the contribution made by Muslim civilizations to world heritage. Through permanent and temporary exhibitions, see how cultures connect with one another. During Doors Open, enjoy special tours, activities and performances throughout the museum and its adjacent park.

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Parking
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

77 Wynford Drive
Toronto, Ontario
https://www.agakhanmuseum.org

Architecture

Year built: 2014
Building type: Museum
Architect: Fumihiko Maki

Dates/hours open

May 25, 10:00am - May 26, 05:30pm

Ashbridge Estate, The Doors Open Toronto

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Ashbridge Estate, The

The Ashbridges, a founding family of Toronto (formerly York), arrived from Pennsylvania in 1793. They are the only Toronto family to continuously occupy their land for 200 years. Two acres of the original homestead, including an 1854 house, is preserved by the Ontario Heritage Trust. This east-end landmark estate features a simple Regency design with neoclassical elements.

  • Digital Doors Open
  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Site has blue and gold provincial plaque
  • Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Videos
  • Site has blue and gold provincial plaque
  • Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust

Contact info

1444 Queen Street East
Toronto, Ontario
https://www.heritagetrust.on.ca/properties/ashbridge-estate

Architecture

Year built: 1854
Building type: Historical landmark Historical house
Architect: Joseph Sheard

Bay Lower Subway Station Doors Open Toronto

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Bay Lower Subway Station

Welcome to the station beneath the station: the Toronto Transit Commission’s Bay Lower Station! While off limits to the public since 1966, the station is often used for television commercials, shows and movies (including Total Recall and Suicide Squad). Come and take a self-guided tour of the station, with plenty of TTC fun facts and selfie spots along the way.

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

Contact info

1240 Bay Street
Toronto, Ontario
https://www.ttc.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1959
Building type: Government building

Dates/hours open

May 25, 10:00am - May 25, 05:00pm

Campbell House Museum Doors Open Toronto

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Campbell House Museum

Campbell House — built for William Campbell, the sixth Chief Justice of Upper Canada — is the oldest surviving building from the Town of York. Fifty years ago, it was rescued from demolition and moved to its current location, where it opened as a museum. During Doors Open, experience the interactive exhibit, PLACE SETTINGS: Food and Status in 1820s York.

  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Site has blue and gold provincial plaque
  • Photography allowed
  • Rental opportunities

Contact info

160 Queen Street West
Toronto, Ontario
https://www.campbellhousemuseum.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1822
Building type: Historical landmark Historical house Museum

Dates/hours open

May 25, 10:00am - May 26, 05:00pm

El Mocambo, The Doors Open Toronto

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El Mocambo, The

Celebrating its 75th anniversary this year, the legendary El Mocambo has seen some of the world’s top musical acts — including Ronnie Hawkins, Stevie Ray Vaughan and The Rolling Stones. It has become a world-class production and entertainment facility. Come and take a tour of the most legendary music venue in North America! Note: The venue closes at 3:45 p.m.

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

464 Spadina Avenue
Toronto, Ontario
https://elmocambo.com

Architecture

Year built: 1948
Building type: Attraction Commercial Concert hall Food and drink Historical landmark

Dates/hours open

May 25, 10:00am - May 26, 04:00pm

Elgin & Winter Garden Theatres Doors Open Toronto

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Elgin & Winter Garden Theatres

Visit the world’s last operating double-decker theatre and learn about its history from the vaudeville era to today. Go inside the theatres, see samples from the world’s largest collection of vaudeville scenery, and check out the restored Loew’s sign on the south side of the building. No tours, but volunteers and staff will be available. Photography allowed but no tripods.

  • Digital Doors Open
  • Full wheelchair access
  • National Historic Site (Canada)
  • Site has blue and gold provincial plaque
  • Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Rental opportunities
  • Videos
  • Virtual tours
  • Kid-friendly
  • National Historic Site (Canada)
  • Site has blue and gold provincial plaque
  • Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust

Contact info

189 Yonge Street
Toronto, Ontario
Email: ewg@heritagetrust.on.ca
http://www.elginwintergarden.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1913-14
Building type: Theatre
Architect: Thomas Lamb (designer)

Evergreen Brick Works Doors Open Toronto

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Evergreen Brick Works

This Toronto landmark is a dominant feature in the Don Valley. From 1889 to 1989, this site was an operating brick works. Since 1992, Evergreen has developed and adapted the 16 historically significant buildings to meet the needs of the community. The site is expected to be busy, so arrive early. Or take the free shuttle bus from Broadview Station.

  • 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
  • Rental opportunities

Contact info

300-550 Bayview Avenue
Toronto, Ontario
https://www.evergreen.ca/projects/evergreen-brick-works

Architecture

Year built: 1889
Building type: Attraction Green building Historical landmark

Dates/hours open

May 25, 10:00am - May 26, 05:00pm

Foy-Smith House Doors Open Toronto

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Foy-Smith House

Experience one of Toronto's rare Victorian mansions — the residence of former Ontario Attorney General James Joseph Foy. Lavish and historical décor includes a grand carved staircase, stained-glass windows, etched transoms, plasterwork medallions and elegant fireplace mantels that recall a high society of bygone elegance. Today, the house displays works by local artists and can be rented for events.

  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • Guided tours available
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Rental opportunities

Contact info

92 Isabella Street
Toronto, Ontario
https://isabellamansion.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1888

Dates/hours open

May 25, 10:00am - May 26, 05:00pm

Gibraltar Point Centre for the Arts Doors Open Toronto

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Gibraltar Point Centre for the Arts

Located on Mnisiing (Toronto Islands) in a former schoolhouse, this arts centre offers affordable retreat space, studios and accommodations for artists and creative thinkers. During Doors Open, learn about the facility, enjoy games on the lawn and the beach, and visit the lighthouse across the street (exterior only). Note: This site is accessible by ferry only. Consult the schedule.

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

Contact info

443 Lakeshore Avenue
Toronto Islands, Ontario
https://gibraltarpointcentre.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1909
Building type: Schoolhouse Gallery

Dates/hours open

May 25, 10:00am - May 26, 04:00pm

Kadampa Buddhist Temple Doors Open Toronto

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Kadampa Buddhist Temple

This former church was transformed into a Buddhist temple in 2005. The large meditation hall can host 180 people for classes and retreats. It contains a huge and stunning shrine with 16 beautiful Buddha statues. Explore the meditation halls, learn about the temple’s various community activities, view a slideshow of the building’s history or enjoy children’s activities. Complimentary refreshments available.

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

Contact info

631 Crawford Street
Toronto, Ontario
https://www.meditateintoronto.org

Architecture

Year built: 1902
Building type: Place of worship

Dates/hours open

May 25, 10:00am - May 26, 05:00pm

Lambton House Doors Open Toronto

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Lambton House

This former stagecoach stop and hotel is the only remaining public building from the milling era on the lower Humber River. The two-storey brick building with double veranda offers spectacular views. The original halls and stairs remain. Costumed guides will lead tours of the house and wildflower garden. Don’t miss the never-before-seen photo exhibit from the James Bay Treaty signing.

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

Contact info

4066 Old Dundas Street
Toronto, Ontario
https://www.lambtonhouse.org

Architecture

Year built: 1860
Building type: Historical landmark Museum

Dates/hours open

May 25, 10:00am - May 26, 05:00pm

Legislative Assembly of Ontario Doors Open Toronto

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Legislative Assembly of Ontario

Come and explore Ontario’s Legislative Assembly — an impressive structure that has been home to the province’s legislature since 1893. Alongside oak floors and Italian marble finishes is artwork from the Government of Ontario Art Collection. During Doors Open, visitors can enjoy several exhibits on self-guided tours that include the legislative chamber. There’s even a kid-friendly scavenger hunt. (No tripods allowed.)

  • Digital Doors Open
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Site has blue and gold provincial plaque
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Virtual tours
  • Activities and games

Contact info

111 Wellesley Street West
Toronto, Ontario
https://www.ola.org

Architecture

Year built: 1893
Building type: Government building
Architect: Richard A. Waite; E.J. Lennox and George Gouinlock (later additions)

Mackenzie House Doors Open Toronto

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Mackenzie House

Come visit the home of rebel leader, activist journalist and Toronto’s first mayor — William Lyon Mackenzie. While the house is currently unfurnished following a restoration, the site includes a recreated printshop (there will be printing demonstrations throughout the Doors Open weekend). As you explore the historical portion of the house, feel free to offer suggestions on interpretation and programming.

  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • Self-guided tours available

Contact info

82 Bond Street
Toronto, Ontario
Email: nancy.reynolds@toronto.ca
https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/museums/mackenzie-house

Architecture

Year built: 1858
Building type: Historical landmark Museum

Dates/hours open

May 25, 10:00am - May 26, 05:00pm

Masjid Toronto Doors Open Toronto

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Masjid Toronto

Located in the heart of downtown Toronto, this mosque — a former bank — serves as a city landmark and a symbol of Toronto’s multiculturalism and inclusion. Come and explore the site through guided tours and discover the building’s history, learn about the community’s heritage and diversity, have your name written in Arabic calligraphy and enjoy delicious cultural foods and drinks.

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

Contact info

168 Dundas Street West
Toronto, Ontario
https://www.facebook.com/masjidtoronto

Architecture

Building type: Place of worship

Dates/hours open

May 25, 10:00am - May 26, 05:00pm

Massey College Doors Open Toronto

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Massey College

Massey College was built from 1961-63 following an architectural competition. At Doors Open, visitors will get the chance to see Ondaatje Hall and the Robertson Davies Library, sit in the Round Room and visit one of only three Royal Chapels in Canada. From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., there will be a demonstration of a 19th-century letterpress shop.

  • Guided tours available
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

4 Devonshire Place
Toronto, Ontario
https://www.masseycollege.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1963
Building type: Educational facility
Architect: Thompson, Berwick, Pratt & Partners; Ronald Thom

Dates/hours open

May 25, 10:00am - May 26, 05:00pm

Ontario Heritage Centre Doors Open Toronto

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Ontario Heritage Centre

Explore the Ontario Heritage Centre, the headquarters of the Ontario Heritage Trust, built in 1909. It features two gallery spaces with mezzanines, an oak-panelled oval board room, a restored manually operated elevator, and period washrooms. Often chosen for filming locations, it has appeared over the years in various productions like Cinderella Man, Queer as Folk and Serendipity.

  • Digital Doors Open
  • 2024 theme: Adaptive reuse
  • Full wheelchair access
  • National Historic Site (Canada)
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Virtual tours
  • National Historic Site (Canada)

Contact info

10 Adelaide Street East
Toronto, Ontario
https://www.heritagetrust.on.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1909
Building type: Government building Historical landmark
Architect: George Gouinlock

Portlands Energy Centre Doors Open Toronto

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Portlands Energy Centre

Electricity was first produced here in 2008. Today, the Centre supplies enough power to serve nearly one-quarter of Toronto’s needs. During Doors Open, guided tours will include audio headsets, hard hats, reflective vests and safety glasses. Explore the Info Tent for local vendors, artists and photographers. Then, wander through their pollinator garden and speak with the resident beekeeper.

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

Contact info

470 Unwin Avenue
Toronto, Ontario
https://aturapower.com

Architecture

Year built: 2007

Dates/hours open

May 25, 10:00am - May 25, 04:30pm

R.C. Harris Water Treatment Plant Doors Open Toronto

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R.C. Harris Water Treatment Plant

Constructed in the 1930s, this popular Doors Open site is Toronto’s largest water treatment plant, providing 400 million litres of safe drinking water daily. It’s also the largest ensemble of art deco structures in the city. Take a self-guided tour and explore the pump house and filter building, with staff available to answer questions along the way. (No tripods/filming allowed.) (Photo: Samuel Kolber)

  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

2701 Queen Street East
Toronto, Ontario
https://www.toronto.ca/services-payments/water-environment/tap-water-in-toronto/fast-facts-about-the-citys-water-treatment-plants/

Architecture

Year built: 1932
Building type: Historical landmark

Dates/hours open

May 25, 10:00am - May 26, 04:00pm