Strathcona in Hamilton, Ontario — Central Canada (North America)
Dundurn Castle
Photographed by Dale K. Benington, June 10, 2012
1. Dundurn Castle Marker
This villa was completed in 1835 for Allan Napier MacNab. Incorporating an existing farmhouse, it was designed by the local architect, Robert Wetherell, as a statement of its owner's place in Hamilton society. The house features an eclectic blend of classical and Italianate motifs, French windows, broad verandahs and a panoramic view of Burlington Bay. With its outbuildings and grounds, Dundurn Castle stands as an important example of the Picturesque Movement in Canada. After years in private hands, the property was purchased by the city and from 1964 to 1967 restored to its former splendour.
Erected by Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the Canada, Historic Sites and Monuments Board series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1835.
Location. Marker has been reported missing. It was located near 43° 16.154′ N, 79° 53.094′ W. Marker was in Hamilton, Ontario. It was in Strathcona. It could be reached from York Boulevard just north of Dundurn Street North, on the right when traveling north. This marker is located along the walking path, in front of the Dundurn
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Regionally, this marker was on Ontario’s Golden Horseshoe, in the Hamilton-Halton-Brant Area, and specifically in the Toronto Metropolitan Area. It was also in Central Canada. Globally, it was in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it found 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 location: A different marker also named Dundurn Castle (within shouting distance of this marker); Sir John Harvey (within shouting distance of this marker); United Empire Loyalists (within shouting distance of this marker); Military Occupation of Burlington Heights (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Deaf Education at Dundurn Castle (about 150 meters away); Defensive Outwork (about 210 meters away); Cemetery Gatehouse (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); Dundurn Castle/Burlington Heights Chβteau Dundurn/Burlington Heights (approx. 0.3 kilometers away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Hamilton.
Another marker is no longer nearby. Sir Allan Napier MacNab (was here, next to this marker but has been confirmed missing).
More about this marker. The marker is missing (possibly stolen) as of October, 2025
Also see . . .
1. Dundurn Castle. This is a link to information provided by Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. (Submitted on June 18, 2013, by Dale K. Benington of Toledo, Ohio.)
2. City of Hamilton Dundurn National Historic Site
Photographed by Dale K. Benington, June 10, 2012
2. Dundurn Castle Marker
View of the historical marker (marker on the left), situated along the walking paths, in Dundurn Park.
3. Dundurn Castle National Historic Site of Canada. This is a link to information provided by a website administered by Parks Canada. (Submitted on June 18, 2013, by Dale K. Benington of Toledo, Ohio.)
Photographed by Dale K. Benington, June 10, 2012
3. Dundurn Castle Marker
View of the historical marker (2nd on left) in the foreground, with a view of Dundurn Castle in the background.
Photographed by Dale K. Benington, June 10, 2012
4. Dundurn Castle Marker
A distant view of the historical marker, with the Dundurn Castle in the background.
Photographed by Tim Boyd, October 14, 2025
5. Dundurn Castle Marker (formerly on the left)
It is missing as of October, 2025.
Credits. This page was last revised on December 4, 2025. It was originally submitted on June 18, 2013, by Dale K. Benington of Toledo, Ohio. This page has been viewed 854 times since then and 32 times this year. Last updated on December 4, 2025, by Tim Boyd of Hamilton, Ontario. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 18, 2013, by Dale K. Benington of Toledo, Ohio. 3, 4. submitted on June 19, 2013, by Dale K. Benington of Toledo, Ohio. 5. submitted on December 4, 2025, by Tim Boyd of Hamilton, Ontario. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.
