Doors Open feat. the Mackenzie House


The annual Doors Open Toronto is happening this weekend. This is a great opportunity to see many of Toronto's historic buildings for free. Yesterday, we had the chance to go see the Mackenzie House- home of Toronto's first Mayor, William Lyon Mackenzie.

Below are the pics taken of this lovely Victorian-era abode. Thank you to the wonderful staff for a very educational and informative experience.


Living and Dining Room


Bedroom
bed where Mackenzie died


The printing press room was quite interesting, and they actually let you do your own print!






A cool souvenir, eh? :)
The kitchen:



I highly recommend visiting the Mackenzie House, if you're coming to the city (or a long-time resident). What a great way to learn more about Canadian history.

(By the way, the house is rumoured to be haunted. On October 26th, it's part of the Spirit Walk, where people who signed up will be taken to the city's supposed haunted buildings. Awesome, right?)

Comments

Adam said…
it's cool they kept it up all these years
May 26, 2013 at 9:52 AM
Emmylou said…
It's like travelling back in time, Adam:)
May 26, 2013 at 10:03 AM
Unknown said…
i definitelly cant stand without going!!

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Sergio,
May 26, 2013 at 10:39 AM
Vision By Mila said…
Did you sign up for that walk? Must be cool, I'd go!
May 26, 2013 at 2:42 PM
Shoe Belle said…
That is pretty cool:)
May 26, 2013 at 10:27 PM
A Very Sweet Blog said…
What a fabulous way to see them! I can't get over the printing press. That is truly awesome.
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May 27, 2013 at 12:46 AM
Josie said…
This looks great, I love places like this! The Spirit Walk sounds fun too xxx
May 27, 2013 at 6:32 AM
miasmode said…
The house looks amazing. I would love to make my own print too <3

xx
May 27, 2013 at 7:05 AM
Emmylou said…
Thanks for commenting, everyone. Hubby and I are up for that Spirit Walk if we can find babysitters that night:D
May 27, 2013 at 8:21 AM
Imogen said…
I just love seeing historic buildings like this, it reminds me of a similar place I went to which was a great experience.
May 27, 2013 at 9:11 AM
Oh to Be a Muse said…
The Doors Open concept is really cool. I wonder if we have something like that over here.

Oh to Be a Muse
Shop Layered Muse
May 27, 2013 at 12:37 PM
Unknown said…
nice photos

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May 27, 2013 at 1:22 PM
Anonymous said…
A great moment for you, thanks to share it with us :)
May 27, 2013 at 5:19 PM
Ceciliette said…
Such a great day to enjoy and see new things. Here we have something similar, but it's just a night (too short for me) it's like "the nights of the museums"
May 27, 2013 at 8:52 PM
FASHION TALES said…
Great, need to check it out. These types of historical places always makes me happy, I love it! Thanks for sharing. xxMadison
May 28, 2013 at 1:37 AM
June said…
The printing room and souvenir are cool indeed! I hope you find a babysitter and go for the Spirit walk!!
xx
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May 28, 2013 at 5:40 AM
Beauty Follower said…
NIce post!

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May 28, 2013 at 8:56 AM
Fernando Santos (Chana) said…
Belo post...Espectacular....
Cumprimentos
May 28, 2013 at 12:14 PM
rooth said…
Oh I totally love the printing press and that it's haunted... I'm getting goosebumps as I type
May 28, 2013 at 11:26 PM
Megan, TfDiaries.com said…
Let's also talk about your amazing bag! Xo, Megan, www.TfDiaries.com
June 8, 2013 at 9:28 PM
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