Explore The History Of Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontairo
Ontario’s Waterloo Region, located in the center of Canada, has a most interesting history & culture. This is due in large part to its first European settlers, Mennonites from Pennsylvania who came at the early part of the 19th Century. More recently, Waterloo’s ethnic diversity has been due to its welcoming of immigrants from countries throughout the world. This influx can be traced to the area’s flourishing economy, its varied employment opportunities, and the two distinguished universities it offers.
Waterloo Pioneer Memorial Tower is a monument which honours the first pioneers of the Waterloo Region. Those original Mennonite pioneers came to the region from Pennsylvania between 1800 and 1803 and settled on the banks of the Grand River where they found lush and productive farm land. The monument was constructed in 1923 on an acre of land just east of the Grand near the small town of Doon. The unique Swiss look of the tower spire reflects the Swiss Mennonite homeland of the original settlers.
Doon Heritage Crossroads is a place where you will be able to see Waterloo County just as it was back in 1914. Come by to witness the daily lives of people back then, along with their businesses, homes, and farms.
Joseph and Barbara Schneider were mennonite pioneers, who came to Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, in the early 1800s. Joseph Schneider Haus Museum and Gallery has been built to show what life was like in the area in the 1850s. Joseph and Barbara Schneider built this house in 1816.
Within the Waterloo Region, one of the well known local artists was Homer Watson. Nicknamed the “Man of Doon” after the location of his home and studio, Homer Watson is now commemorated in the Homer Watson House & Gallery. There you can see his studio where he worked; you can also attend workshops, classes, and art exhibitions.
The tenth Prime Minister of Canada, and also its longest serving, was William Lyon Mackenzie King. He was born in Berlin, prior to its name change to Kitchener in WWI, in 1874. The home where he spent his boyhood has been restored at Woodside National Historic Site and the 4.65 hectares are now returned to their 1890’s glory.
Castle Kilbride was constructed in Baden in the year 1877 by James Livingston. He named it after his place of birth which is located in Scotland. When viewed from the road, it dominates its surrounding scenery because of its clean Italianate design topped by a towering belvedere. Its beautiful exterior appearance, however, is outshined by its magnificent interior design. The interior decor, in and of itself, establishes it as a work of art of international importance.
If you are looking for a home in the Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge or Elmira areas contact Scott Miller Kitchener-Waterloo Real Estate. More Article marketing by Linknet.
- Howard Brule
:: Jul.11.2008 :: Real Estate ::
