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Homer Watson House & Galleryin-person Doors Open Waterloo Region

  • In-person
  • Kid-friendly
  • National Historic Site (Canada)
  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Site has blue and gold provincial plaque
  • Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust
  • Washrooms
Homer Watson House & Gallery

Through its programs, exhibitions and events, the homestead of Canada's first noted landscape artist – Homer Watson (1855-1936) – celebrates his creative spirit by stimulating visual arts appreciation, enjoyment and practice. In addition to the Watson Collection, contemporary exhibitions and Watson's painting equipment, Doors Open visitors can see the adjacent coach house and art studios, and participate in a hands-on art activity.

Contact info

1754 Old Mill Road
Kitchener, Ontario

https://www.homerwatson.on.ca/

Architecture

Year built: 1834-35
Building type:Museum
Architect: Built by Adam Ferrie
Architectural style:Vernacular

Dates/hours open

Sep 15, 10:00am - Sep 15, 05:00pm

Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.