Peterborough in Peterborough County, Ontario — Central Canada (North America)
Government House Site
1825
Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, June 1, 2024
1. Government House Site Marker
in 1825
Government House
Log dwelling and office of Peter Robinson. In that year, 2,204 Irish immigrants were assisted in settling here by the British Government. From that time the settlement was known as
Erected 1956 by Peterborough Historical Society.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Immigration • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1825.
Location. 44° 18.278′ N, 78° 19.123′ W. Marker is in Peterborough, Ontario, in Peterborough County. It is at the intersection of Water Street and Simcoe Street, on the right when traveling north on Water Street. The marker is mounted at eye-level on the northwest corner of the building at this location today, facing Water Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 123 Simcoe Street, Peterborough ON K9H 2H3, Canada. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Kawarthas Northumberland Area and 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 Ruperts Land.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The Peterborough Club (here, next to this marker); The Post Office (about 150 meters away, measured in a direct line); The Brock Street Burial (approx. 0.4 kilometers away); The Robinson Settlement (approx. 0.4 kilometers away); Civic Park
this page online
Related markers. Click here for a list of markers that are related to this marker. The Robinson Settlement
Also see . . . Peter Robinson.
Excerpt: In May 1825, nine ships sailed from Cobh, Ireland, carrying over 2,000 Irish emigrants. Robinsons meticulous planning and organization were crucial to the success of this venture. The settlers endured a challenging transatlantic journey before arriving in the wilderness of what is now Peterborough, Ontario. Robinsons leadership ensured that the emigrants received the necessary supplies, land grants, and support to establish new lives in Canada. This emigration scheme played a pivotal role in the development of Peterborough and surrounding areas, significantly increasing the population and fostering agricultural development.(Submitted on November 14, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)
Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, June 1, 2024
2. Government House Site Marker
The marker is mounted on northwest [left] corner of the building at this location today.
Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, June 1, 2024
3. Government House Site
Looking east across Water Street at former Government House Site. Simcoe Street is on the left.
Credits. This page was last revised on November 14, 2024. It was originally submitted on November 13, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 134 times since then and 18 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on November 14, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.
