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September 29-30, 2012

Doors Open Ontario

Is a province-wide celebration of community heritage, arts, architecture and culture sponsored by the Ontario Heritage Trust. The program is designed to create access, awareness and excitement about culture in communities and provides residents and visitors with a unique opportunity to explore and enjoy sometimes hidden - and always interesting - places and spaces in Ontario cities, towns and villages.

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The City of VaughanGratefully acknowledges volunteers and property owners who have generously donated their time and resources for this event. Without their assistance, this community event would not be possible.

Eleven SitesEach one specially selected because of its historical, architectural, cultural and/or environmental significance - will open their doors to the public free-of-charge for this two-day event.

Read on to find out which sites are participating in Doors Open Vaughan 2012 and what each one offers its visitors.

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Holy Trinity Anglican Church140 Brooke Street

J.E.H. MacDonald House 121 Centre Street

Kipling Gallery 7938 Kipling Avenue

Kortright Centre for Conservation 9550 Pine Valley Drive

Magnotta Winery 271 Chrislea Road

McMichael Canadian Art Collection10365 Islington Avenue

Michael Cranny House 439 Glenkindie Avenue

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church9860 Keele Street

TD Christian School 377 Woodbridge Avenue

Village Market 9100 Bathurst Street (in the Waldorf School)

Wallace House137 Woodbridge Avenue

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Saturday, September 29, 2012Sunday, September 30, 2012

10:00am to 4:00pm each day.(unless otherwise indicated)

For more information, please visit:doorsopenontario.on.ca orvaughan.ca

Recreation & Culture Department905.832.8500 ext.7439email: nadia.tersigni@vaughan.ca

Holy Trinity Anglican Church140 Brooke St, Thornhill

Year Built 1830

Saturday 10:00am-4:00pmSunday 12:00pm-4:00pm

holytrinity-thornhill.ca

Holy Trinity Anglican Church celebrated 180 years of worship in 2010 making this white, clapboard structure the oldest original church still in use in the Diocese of Toronto. One church founder was Benjamin Thorne, from whom Thornhill got its name. Originally on Yonge St., the church was dismantled in 1950 and reassembled at its present location. Guided tours on both days.

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J.E.H. MacDonald House121 Centre St, Thornhill

Year Built ca. 1890

Saturday 10:00am-3:00pm

Parking available in the church lot, 140 Brooke Street

vaughan.ca

One of Vaughan’s most distinguished heritage homes, this house was originally owned by J.E.H. MacDonald, a founding member of the Group of Seven. Tour this magnificent home, view the gardens and learn about the rich heritage of, and historical contributions made by, the MacDonald Family. Enjoy a 1900s-style afternoon tea hosted by the Green Door Tea House.

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Kipling Gallery7938 Kipling Ave, Woodbridge

Year Opened 2003

Saturday & Sunday 10:00am-4:00pm

kiplinggallery.com

Kipling Gallery is devoted to the promotion and sale of original fine art. Their choice works display some of Canada’s top contemporary and historical artists. Kipling Gallery is dedicated to the promotion and development of private and corporate collections. Their courteous and expert staff is available for free art consultation sessions. Visit Kipling Gallery and begin your journey in the love of art collecting.

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Kortright Centre for Conservation9550 Pine Valley Dr, Woodbridge

Year Built 1979

Saturday & Sunday 10:00am-4:00pm

kortright.org

The Kortright Centre for Conservation is Ontario’s premier environmental, renewable energy education and demonstration centre. It combines a natural oasis with leading-edge sustainable technology education programs. Walk the miles of trails or visit Canada’s greenest house and learn how to transform your own home and save money. Admission and parking fee waived for Doors Open weekend.

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Magnotta Winery271 Chrislea Rd, Vaughan

Year Built 1997

Saturday 8:30am-6:00pm Sunday 11:00am-5:00pm

Tours at 11:00am & 2:00pm only during Doors Open Vaughan

magnotta.com

Tour Ontario’s third largest winery, right in the heart of Vaughan. Walk through Magnotta’s 75,000 square-foot winery, view production and bottling facilities, descend into the underground cellar where vintages age in barrels and sample award winners at the tasting bar. Shop over 180 world-class wines while browsing Magnotta’s collection of original art which has inspired label designs.

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McMichael Canadian Art Collection10365 Islington Avenue, Kleinburg

Year Built 1951

Saturday & Sunday10:00am-4:00pm

mcmichael.com

This 80,000 square-foot facility sits on 100 acres of serene conservation land and features a sprawling complex of intimate galleries built of fieldstone and hand-hewn logs. Floor-to-ceiling windows enable visitors to take in breathtaking views of the Humber River Valley as they walk through gallery spaces. In 2010, the McMichael became the only LEED® certified art gallery in Canada, achieving the Silver rating in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. Admission and parking fee waived for Doors Open weekend.

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The Michael Cranny House439 Glenkindie Ave, Maple

Year Built ca.1860

Saturday & Sunday 10:00am-4:00pm

Built in 1860 of cut fieldstone in different sizes and earthtones in the Ontario House style, this structure is named after original owner Michael Cranny, an Irish-born farmer. The house is owned by the City of Vaughan and used by community service organizations, including Human Endeavour, as a community hub to promote social enterprises, civic engagement and innovation. Products and displays will be available for visitors.

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St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church9860 Keele Street, Maple

Year Built 1862

Saturday & Sunday10:00am-4:00pm

Worship service Sunday 10:30am Public welcome to attend (no tours during worship service)

standrewspresmaple.ca

Established in 1829, St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church is the oldest congregation in Maple. St. Andrew’s is a textbook example of Carpenter’s Gothic, a style of building with wood ornamentation often employed in Ontario’s early Victorian and pre-confederation architecture. Its clapboard siding and intricate design features are considered an architectural masterpiece for its time.

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Toronto District Christian High School377 Woodbridge Ave, Woodbridge

Year Built 1964-2010

Saturday OnlyGuided tours from 10:00am-4:00pm

tdchristian.ca

Toronto District Christian High School is one of the greenest schools in Ontario. Grade 10 students will lead tours of their innovative Environmental Science space and the building’s myriad of environmental features. See the solar panels and rain-water collection systems at work in the $3 million science wing. Get ideas for incorporating green features into your home – from flooring to indoor plants, xeriscaping to smart lighting.

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The Village Market 9100 Bathurst St, Thornhill (in the Toronto Waldorf School)

Year Opened 1991

Saturday only 8:30am-1:30pm

villagemarket.ca

The Village Market is north Toronto’s foremost organic market. Celebrating its 21st anniversary this year, this market features fresh organic produce all year round, with as much as possible grown locally. With more than 25 vendors, the market offers an array of organic foods including vegetables, fruits, meats, breads, eggs and prepared foods. Enjoy lunch at the market café and listen to live music.

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Wallace House137 Woodbridge Avenue, Woodbridge

Year Built ca. 1873

Saturday & Sunday 12:00pm-4:00pm

wallacehouse.ca

The Wallace House was built in 1873 by Nathaniel Wallace, along with a variety of homes, a local hotel, a successful general store and flour mill. Visitors can tour the Wallace House to examine its history and architectural beauty. The walls of the house are adorned with historical interpretation displays of early Woodbridge, Wallace Family Tree, the story of the Rebellion of 1837, early Reeves of Woodbridge and a memory room of artifacts and much more.

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Saturday, September 29, 2012Sunday, September 30, 2012

10:00am to 4:00pm each day.(unless otherwise indicated)

For more information, please visit:doorsopenontario.on.ca orvaughan.ca

Recreation & Culture Department905.832.8500 ext.7439email: nadia.tersigni@vaughan.ca

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