“[…] Up until the Second World War this area between 55 Street and 60 Street and 112 Avenue to 118 Avenue remained farmland. Clyde Smith, an auctioneer, was the first resident of [Buttercup Farm House] and lived there from 1919 to 1942. His home was named after Buttercup the cow, a resident of the barn…
As we hunker down and stay close to home in our warm and cozy abode, let us feature this warm log cabin home in the Highlands area. It is a pleasure to formally introduce you to this very unique “Highlands-area residence” custom built in 1934 – Alfred and Marguerite Field House. Our feature article, “Built…
Make sure to join us today for our At Home with the Heards at the Bury Residence for our last event of the 2019 season! Drop in between 1-4 pm (Come & Go). At the John Bond house aross the alley, experience some warm hospitality with the Picks for some free wine & baked…
Houses that are more than 50 years of age often have issues that are not easily addressed by trades and designers who deal with contemporary buildings. This may include questions around mechanical systems, foundations, restoration of flooring and millwork, historic colours, repairing plaster walls and so much more… Help is on the way. Every year…
Highlands Historical Society 