McKinney Housein-person Doors Open Rideau Lakes

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  • In-person
  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Photography allowed
McKinney House

William McKinney, a prosperous local farmer and blacksmith, purchased this land (originally granted to American General Benedict Arnold) and built this elegant home in 1856. Once a stagecoach stop, the home and gardens are now undergoing careful restoration guided by heritage conservation principles. Enjoy this rare chance to see a historical home mid-rehabilitation and learn about the process. Exterior only!

Contact info

798 Highway 15
Lombardy, Ontario
E-mail: doorsopen@rideaulakes.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1856
Building type:Historical housePrivate residence
Architect: Stone mason William Tweedy was paid $1 a day to build this house
Architectural style:Classical revival

Dates/hours open

Aug 16, 10:00am - Aug 17, 04:00pm

Saturday and Sunday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; exterior only, with property tours and insight into the restoration process