Prescott in Leeds and Grenville United Counties, Ontario — Central Canada (North America)
Forwarders' Museum
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— Designated Historic Property —
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., March 10, 2024
1. Forwarders' Museum Marker
Built by William Gilkison
Erected by Town of Prescott.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the Canada, Ontario, Prescott Designated Heritage Buildings series list.
Location. 44° 42.534′ N, 75° 30.844′ W. Marker is in Prescott, Ontario, in Leeds and Grenville United Counties. Marker is at the intersection of Centre Street and Water Street West, on the right when traveling south on Centre Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 201 Water Street West, Prescott ON K0E 1T0, Canada. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Prescott Raid on Ogdensburgh (a few steps from this marker); Moran and Hooker Buildings (within shouting distance of this marker); Rotary Clock Tower and L. H. Daniels Memorial Clock (within shouting distance of this marker); The Prescott People's Place (within shouting distance of this marker); Glasgow, Smyth Building (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Baines, Boyd and Keilty Brothers Block (about 150 meters away); Mechanic's Block (about 150 meters away); Lieutenant William Frederick Nelson Sharpe (about 180 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Prescott.
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Regarding Forwarders' Museum. From the Town of Prescott Designated Properties webpage:
Designating By-Law: 1913
Heritage Attributes:
Built circa 1795 by an unknown builder, this property is an interesting example of a commercial structure, with a basic pattern of a simplified three storey Scottish-Canadian architecture; incorporating beautiful exterior and interior moldings, rugged stone work and zestful fireplaces. It maintained its original design and fabric with a few interior alterations. The building is a local landmark and important in streetscape terms because of its position and location.
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Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., March 10, 2024
2. Forwarders' Museum and Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on March 11, 2024. It was originally submitted on March 11, 2024, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 38 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 11, 2024, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.
