Burlington Heights in Hamilton, Ontario — Central Canada (North America)

Dundurn Castle

Photographed By Dale K. Benington, June 10, 2012

1. Dundurn Castle Marker

Inscription.
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. 43° 16.154′ N, 79° 53.094′ W. Marker is in Burlington Heights, Ontario, in Hamilton. Marker can be reached from York Boulevard just north of Dundurn Street North, on the right when traveling north. This historical marker is located along the walking path, in front of the Dundurn Castle, in Dundurn Park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 610 York Boulevard, Burlington Heights ON L8R, Canada. Touch for directions.

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markers are within walking distance of this marker. Sir Allan Napier MacNab (here, next to this marker); 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); Defensive Outwork (about 210 meters away); First Line of Defense (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); Burlington Heights 1813 - 1814 (approx. 0.3 kilometers away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Burlington Heights.

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. This is a link to information provided by the City of Hamilton's website. (Submitted on June 18, 2013, by Dale K. Benington of Toledo, Ohio.)

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

2. Dundurn Castle Marker

View of the historical marker (marker on the left), situated along the walking paths, in Dundurn Park.

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.

Credits. This page was last revised on October 11, 2022. It was originally submitted on June 18, 2013, by Dale K. Benington of Toledo, Ohio. This page has been viewed 610 times since then and 14 times this year. 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.