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- Sharon HWare, UK49 contributionsWasn't expecting much as just whiling away a couple of hours before leaving town but we were pleasantly surprised. It was very interesting & we learned a fair bit, definitely worth a visit.Written September 29, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Reyna D1 contributionNice place to go in the summer. Many authentic pieces, and storytelling by friendly welcoming volunteers. They are really cool historic sites. This is a must-visit.Written October 10, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Yeti1988Denver, CO99 contributionsThis museum is very, very unique. I had never heard of a museum dedicated to pottery, ceramics, and porcelain throughout the ages. This intrigued me. I actually spent longer in this museum than at the Royal Museum of Canada! It was just to interesting! The history, the methods used by different cultures to achieve their desired result... Amazing!Written October 21, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Elvina2 contributionsHighly recommend to visit this museum to learn more about television. It has an exceptional collection of TV sets.Written April 20, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- IOSHAf5 contributionsI visited Mackenzie House to join its (ghost) storytelling activity and for some history-packed fun on a winter day. This is the last home of Toronto's first mayor, for many, is the city's most haunted house. Sitting in a dimly lit room built in 1830, with only candle lights, sipping apple cider and munching cheese shortbread, I got this unique chance to listen to ghost stories written in 1863. Also tried the Washington Press, one of the oldest printing presses in Canada, to print a lovely new year card for myself. 😚Written February 16, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ArtsyGalBaltimoreMaryland813 contributionsSmall museum rich in stories, craftsmanship, and beauty. Special exhibit on commissioned masks (pandemic) highlighted artistic talents and creativity. Collection richi n ethnic context with explanatory videos. Gift shotp offers range of choices for every pocketbook.Written October 8, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Teresa DToronto, Canada19 contributionsEach time I visit this beautiful Post Office Iam very happy with service and professional help.highly recommend.They have a lot of super nice souvenirsWritten July 5, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Mayank TopiwalaToronto, Canada1 contributionWonderful visit, the museum looks like a cottage in the middle of high rise buildings. Museum staff were so generous and they have guided us through family history. A must visit place, highly recommended!Written December 8, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Nkem OBexleyheath, UK81 contributionsThis was a lovely little museum, and my experience was greatly enriched by the personalised tour guide. The history over the years is amazing. Unfortunately there wasn’t much furniture at the time I visited, but it is a nice place to spend about an hour or so.Written September 25, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- violetadimToronto, Canada15 contributionsHigh Park, in the very center of the city, is an oasis where many are gathered citizens in the winter and summer. For everybody at a glance at all times of the year: sports grounds, zoo garden, skating rink, swimming pools, long walkways, children's castle, indoor parts for smooth running of dogs. The peace, thanks to the unspoilt nature, the hilly terrain, the river, and the lake sprinkled with space, can be felt on a concrete or earthy path.
This park is a rare endowment of a fellow architect and artist of art and nature, John Howard. On the plane, the highest point of this park, is the beautiful, simple and picturesque weekend of John and Jamie Hallard built in 1837 - its name is Colborne Lodge. John Howard was one of the first architects in Toronto, as well as a city engineer and geometer. The house itself is famous for its three chimneys, an unusual architecture, a very functional solution to life in it, as well as an interior that besides artistic values ​​also has innovative - small home appliances for the kitchen. All designed, innovated and handled by Howard is done.
The house is designed to have three levels. The entry level, the anteroom from which it enters the living room, then the study room, the sewing room, the dining room, the grocery stores and then the three rooms with wardrobe, tools and painting material. The position of the living room is set up to look at Lake Ontario and exit the large veranda. The stairs are descending into the kitchen, which was deliberately built lower than the ground level, because with this inclination, rainwater was collected and water from the lake could be used for drinking, bathing, as well as for the toilet. Otherwise, it was also the first toilet and bathroom in the house in Toronto.
The house museum is open for visits and on holiday days it is equipped with dishes, food, or decorations depending on the time of the year and holidays. Very nice and magical looks like December, decorated fir, wooden toys and the smell of hot apple juice with cinnamon, which is served with holiday cakes to visitors. If you missed Christmas, come for Easter, but do not miss to smell the atmosphere of this beautiful museum.Written December 12, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Lisa AToronto, Canada13 contributionsThe staff was very knowledgeable and friendly. If you love history this museum let you go back in time and see what family life was like.
There is also next to the museum a great park for the kids and family to spend the day.Written May 12, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - ImaMYSan Francisco, CA1,568 contributionsI visit Holocaust museums and monuments everywhere I go. The new thing for me was that there is a map of not only concentration camps, but also murder sites in Europe. This is where I learned that my small town was a cite of mass murders.
If you are in a car, the parking is in the back, so call ahead to ask how to get there. There is some construction going on, don't know for how long.Written September 12, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - stillsoppydogOttawa, Canada77 contributionsThis is a small historical site, located in a park, and we were there for about an hour.
We took the guided tour of the old Helliwell home which was led by Elizabeth who clearly loves her work. Her presentation was thorough, funny at times, and her body of knowledge was impressive. She made the tour most enjoyable.
Apparently there are trails through the park, but we didn't have time to explore them this time around.
Parking is free, as is admission, and it was a lovely way to spend part of an afternoon.Written July 5, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - 00Bruce00Manhattan Beach, CA177 contributionsThe 48th Highlanders originated in Toronto in 1891; this is their regimental museum and it is exceptional. You do not need to know anything about them in order to visit and appreciate what's here. The exhibits trace their history from the beginning to present-day, not only with pictures on the walls but with numerous well-documented display cases containing regimental uniforms, equipment, artifacts, documents, etc (see my photos for a few examples), and with many other special items. The docents are actual veterans of the 48th Highlanders, and will answer any questions you might have. To find it you must first find St. Andrews Church, King Street entrance, then look for the sign at the top of the stairs to the basement.Written August 27, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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