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Queen’s Park (Legislative Assembly of Ontario)

  • 111 Wellesley St. W. (at Queen’s Park Cres.) • View on map »
  • 416-325-7500
This glorious 1893 building is a sterling example of Romanesque revival architecture. An imposing staircase, decorated with elaborate cast iron, leads to the second floor and the grand Assembly Chamber. The hand-carved wood detailing, evident throughout the building, is stunning. Carrara marble balustrades ornament the west wing, which was rebuilt in 1909 after a fire destroyed it. The eastern edge of the surrounding park features a memorial dedicated to the soldiers who died suppressing the Northwest Rebellion of 1885.
When:
Labour Day to Victoria Day, M–F 10–4; Victoria Day to Labour Day, M–F 9–4, Sa–Su 10–4.
How Much:
free.
Tours:
times vary, group tours by appt.
Parking:
pay lots in area.
TTC access:
from Queen’s Park or College stations, 506 Carlton streetcar west.
Location
  • map marker #1
    111 Wellesley St. W. (at Queen’s Park Cres.)
  • 416-325-7500

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