Perth in Lanark County, Ontario — Central Canada (North America)
Matthews Building
Perth Designated Heritage Site 1850
— Heritage Conservation Easement Site/Site Patrimonial Protégé Par Une Servitude —
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., September 29, 2023
1. Matthews Building Markers
for the preservation of
Matthews Building, Ontario
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The heritage character and integrity of this property
are protected by a legal agreement between the
owner and the Ontario Heritage Foundation
Erected by Town of Perth, Heritage Canada Foundation, and Ontario Heritage Foundation.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1850.
Location. 44° 54.004′ N, 76° 14.968′ W. Marker is in Perth, Ontario, in Lanark County. Marker is on Gore Street East (County Highway 43), on the left when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 51-53 Gore Street East, Perth ON K7H 1H6, Canada. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. William Morris (within shouting distance of this marker); Thomas Wright Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Kellock Block (within shouting distance of this marker); The Perth Courier (within shouting distance of this marker); Carnegie Library (McMillan Building) (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Old Fire Hall (about 90 meters away); The Prince of Wales Prize / Le Prix du Prince de Galles
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Regarding Matthews Building. In 1846, Mr. O’Brien had this 2 1/2 storey building erected. In 1979, a fire gutted the building and it was restored by Mr. Matthews to what you see now. (Note the plaques) [from the Perth Walking Tour app]
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., September 29, 2023
2. Matthews Building Conservation Easement Marker
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., September 29, 2023
3. Matthews Building and Markers
Credits. This page was last revised on October 2, 2023. It was originally submitted on October 2, 2023, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 39 times since then and 5 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 2, 2023, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.
