Paradise Theatre c. 1946. Ontario Archives Borrowing titles from the 17th-century poet John Milton, “Paradise Lost,” is a more frequent occurrence than “Paradise Regained.” However,
Category: historic Toronto
The Story of the Roy Thomson Hall – Historic Toronto
Roy Thomson Hall in July 2018, looking east on King Street West toward Simcoe Street. Roy Thomson Hall in Winter,” view looking south on Simcoe
The Third York County Court House (Adelaide St.)
The Adelaide Street Court House where justice was served from 1852 until 1900. Photo taken March 2019. Toronto’s third court house no longer serves justice.
Alllan Gardens (Toronto) and the Palm House
The Palm House in Allan Gardens on July 7, 2018, a man on a motorized wheelchair approaching the structure. The camera is facing west, the
Toronto’s New City Hall—Past and Present – Historic Toronto
Toronto’s New City Hall Many cities throughout the world have landmark structures that are easily recognized, even when there are no captions or context
King Street West Toronto—a destination – Historic Toronto
When the King Street Pilot Project began in November 2017, it was hoped that it would serve several purposes. To achieve these goals, left-hand turns
TIFF 2018 – Festival Street (King St. West) – Historic Toronto
The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) is one the city’s most highly anticipated events. During the first 4 days of the 10-day festival, a section
The Story of Gibson House—North York, Toronto – Historic Toronto
Gibson House in North York, Toronto, at 5172 Yonge Street. Gibson House, the home of David and Eliza Gibson, recreates life in a 19th
The historic Noble Block—Queen Street West – Historic Toronto
The Noble Block is a commercial row of red-brick buildings, visible from the busy intersection of Queen and Spadina. Located on the north side of
Ward’s Island Toronto in 2018
Sailing to Ward’s Island on the William Inglis Ferry in July 2018. Ahead is the Sam McBride ferry sailing to Centre Island. A view