Ottawa , Ontario — Central Canada (North America)

Tin House / La Maison de Fer-Blanc

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Photographed By Robert Rusaw, April 12, 2022

1. Tin House Marker

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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.

Au début du XXe siècle, le ferblantier Honoré Foisy annonçait son commerce en ornant l'extérieur de sa maison de la Basse-Ville d'Ottawa, qui se trouvait à quelques coins de rue d'ici. Lorsque la maison fut démolie, en 1961, on sauva la façade qui fut ensuite reconstruite par l'artiste Art Price à partir de l'original et de pièces fabriquées. Cette façade unique, installée ici en 1973 comme ceuvre d'art public, est devenue le point de mire de cette cour qui porte maintenant

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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.

Erected by National Capital Commission.

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. Marker 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.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. FCM (within shouting distance of this marker); Valade House (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); 489 Sussex Drive (about 90 meters away); Alphonse Rochon House / Maison Alphonse Rochon (about 90 meters away); Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica / Basilique cathédrale Notre-Dame (about 120 meters away); Martineau Hotel / Hôtel Matineau (about 120 meters away); The Three Watchmen / Les trois sentinelles (about 120 meters away); Jean E. Pigott (about 120 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Ottawa.

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Photographed By Robert Rusaw, April 12, 2022

2. Tin House Marker

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 151 times since then and 30 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.