Ottawa , Ontario — Central Canada (North America)
The Gardener's Cottage
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La Maison du jardiner
Photographed by Robert Rusaw, May 23, 2022
1. The Gardener's Cottage / La Maison du jardiner Marker
Now the Visitor Centre, this heritage house was built around 1838 as the Gate Lodge to the original entrance of the estate.
It was enlarged in 1867 as a residence for the Head Gardener. Historically, the Head Gardener played an important role, working closely with the Governor General to develop the extensive grounds and gardens of Rideau Hall.
Long after the building was converted to other uses, the name "the Gardener's Cottage” lingered on.
L'actuel Centre d'accueil des visiteurs était à l'origine le pavillon d'entrée du domaine.
Cette maison historique construite vers 1838 fut agrandie en 1867 à l'intention du jardinier. À cette époque, on accordait beaucoup d'importance au rôle du jardinier, qui travaillait de près avec le Gouverneur général à l'aménagement du vaste domaine et des jardins de Rideau Hall.
Même s'il y a longtemps qu'elle n'est plus utilisée à cette fin, le nom de la « Maison du jardinier » lui est resté.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Horticulture & Forestry •
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Location. 45° 26.632′ N, 75° 41.469′ W. Marker is in Ottawa, Ontario. It can be reached from Thomas Street. This marker is located on the grounds of Rideau Hall. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Ottawa ON K1M 1M6, 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: New Edinburgh's First School/Première école de New Edinburgh (about 210 meters away, measured in a direct line); Fraser Schoolhouse/
Photographed by Caroline Record, November 29, 2025
2. The Gardener's Cottage / La Maison du jardiner Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on January 12, 2026. It was originally submitted on May 26, 2022, by Robert Rusaw of Massena, New York. This page has been viewed 329 times since then and 30 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on May 26, 2022, by Robert Rusaw of Massena, New York. 2. submitted on December 29, 2025, by Caroline Record of Montréal, Québec. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
