The John McKenzie House was built in 1913, in a style described as Queen Anne Revival, Arts and Crafts, and Edwardian. The grand, red brick house is profiled by a large L-shaped veranda with stylized Doric columns. Significant interior features include the centre hall plan, a vestibule door and sidelights with beveled and leaded glass,...
Visit the Ontario Historical Society and the historic John McKenzie House during 2024 Doors Open Toronto. This year’s theme is hidden histories. The John McKenzie House was built in 1913, in a style described as Queen Anne Revival, Arts and Crafts, and Edwardian. The grand, red brick house is profiled by a large L-shaped veranda...
The Ontario Historical Society will be hosting a webinar through Zoom on JUNE 18 2024, 4:30 PM to discuss the Ontario Not-for-Profit Corporations Act (ONCA), and what it means for OHS affiliates. The webinar will be led by Lynne Westerhof of Gardiner Roberts LLP, and will include a time for questions. Register here for the...
Visit the Ontario Historical Society and the historic John McKenzie House during 2025 Doors Open Toronto. Visitors will have the chance to explore the historic house and headquarters of the OHS, and learn how the historic building was saved by the community, and still functions as an active community space to this day. The John...
Join us for a talk by the editors of a new book titled, Behind the Bricks: The Life and Times of the Mohawk Institute, about the history of Canada's oldest and longest running residential school located in Brantford. The school was a model for the larger residential school system in Canada, and learning about its...
