Ottawa , Ontario — Central Canada (North America)
Tin House
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La Maison de Fer-Blanc
Photographed by Robert Rusaw, April 12, 2022
1. Tin House Marker
In early 20th century, tinsmith Honore Foisy advertised his trade by decorating the outside of his Lowertown Ottawa house, which stood a few blocks from here. When the house was demolished in 1961, the façade was saved and later reproduced by artist Art Price using original and fabricated parts. This one-of-a-kind façade, installed here in 1973 as public art, has become the artistic focal point of this courtyard that now bears its name.
Over time, exposure to the elements caused serious deterioration of the façade. In 2003, a heritage conservation project was undertaken to enhance this decorative ornamental landmark.
Avec le temps, l'exposition aux éléments occasionna des dommages considérables à l'œuvre. Ainsi, en 2003, un projet de conservation du patrimoine fut réalisé afin de mettre en valeur cet important point d'intérêt.
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Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1973.
Location. 45° 25.718′ N, 75° 41.735′ W. Marker is in Ottawa, Ontario. It can be reached from Tin House Court just south of Murray Street. This marker is located in a courtyard between Murray St. & Clarence St. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Ottawa ON K1N K1N, Canada. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Eastern Ontario. It is also in Central Canada. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once a British colony, the Viceroyalty of New France, the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy, and Rupert’s Land.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: FCM (within shouting distance of this marker); De La Salle Academy (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Valade House (about 90 meters away); 489 Sussex Drive (about 90 meters away); Alphonse Rochon House / Maison Alphonse Rochon
Photographed by Robert Rusaw, April 12, 2022
2. Tin House Marker
Also see . . . Tin House (Atlas Obscura). (Submitted on May 25, 2022.)
Photographed by Robert Rusaw, April 12, 2022
3. Tin House
Credits. This page was last revised on May 25, 2022. It was originally submitted on May 22, 2022, by Robert Rusaw of Massena, New York. This page has been viewed 544 times since then and 44 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 22, 2022, by Robert Rusaw of Massena, New York. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
