Chedoke-Cootes in Hamilton, Ontario — Central Canada (North America)

Hedden Hall

Photographed by Tim Boyd, January 4, 2026

1. Hedden Hall Marker

Inscription. This residence, opened in 1991, is named for D. M. Hedden (1916-1982), a graduate of McMaster University. In 1950 "Mike" returned to his alma mater and thereafter served it with exceptional skill and dedication for three decades. As Vice-President (Administration), Mike Hedden had a pivotal role in the development of McMaster. He was intimately concerned with the planning of thirty buildings, including seven residences. His continual efforts to provide students and faculty with appropriate facilities for teaching and for research earned him a rare respect. Moreover, his personal traits led to warm and fruitful relationships with his colleagues and student leaders.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education. A significant historical year for this entry is 1950.

Location. 43° 15.975′ N, 79° 55.099′ W. Marker is in Hamilton, Ontario. It is in Chedoke-Cootes. It is on Stearn Drive 0.1 kilometers south of Michell Crescent, on the left when traveling north. Thne marker is on the campus of McMaster University. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Stearn Dr, Hamilton ON

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L8S 4E4, Canada. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is on Ontario’s Golden Horseshoe,

in the Hamilton-Halton-Brant Area,

and specifically in the Toronto Metropolitan Area.

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: Woodstock Hall (within shouting distance of this marker); Brandon Hall (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); McKay Hall (about 150 meters away); Les Prince Hall (about 180 meters away); Edwards Hall (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); McMaster University 1887 (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); Bates Residence (approx. 0.4 kilometers away); Moulton Hall (approx. half a kilometer away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Hamilton.

Photographed by Tim Boyd, January 4, 2025

2. Hedden Hall Marker

In between the right two pillars at the enttrance

Credits. This page was last revised on January 5, 2026. It was originally submitted on January 5, 2026, by Tim Boyd of Hamilton, Ontario. This page has been viewed 58 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 5, 2026, by Tim Boyd of Hamilton, Ontario. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.