Castle Kilbride, a Victorian masterpiece constructed in 1877 for James Livingston, a flax industrialist, politician, and entrepreneur, stands as a testament to Wilmot Township’s dedication to preserving its heritage. Named after Livingston’s birthplace in East Kilbride, Scotland, the Italianate-style home features a distinctive belvedere lookout, along with ornate entry way.
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Castle Kilbride and the beauty of renovation while keeping historic charm
Castle Kilbride, a Victorian masterpiece constructed in 1877 for James Livingston, a flax industrialist, politician, and entrepreneur, stands as a testament to Wilmot Township’s dedication to preserving its heritage. Named after Livingston’s birthplace in East Kilbride, Scotland, the Italianate-style home features a distinctive belvedere lookout, along with ornate entry way.
Changing of the Castle ownership leaves Kilbride worn down
Originally belonging to the Livingston family for three generations until 1988, when the castle faced neglect after a failed development attempt. In 1993, Wilmot Township purchased the property with support from heritage groups, the Township Council, and various levels of government. Through meticulous conservation and restoration efforts, the castle reopened as a museum in 1994, earning National Historic Site designation in 1995.
A Step In The Right Renovation
In recent restoration efforts, the castle replaced its steps with Accoya steps, enhancing both functionality and aesthetics. This addition complements the meticulous restoration, allowing visitors to fully appreciate the brilliance of Castle Kilbride and take a step back into the lavish Victorian Era.
The steps were beautifully crafted by Homestead Woodworks who transformed rough sawn Accoya into the glorious masterpiece it is today.
Manufacturer: Homestead Woodworks
Application: Historic steps replacement
Coating: PPG paint and Sherwin Williams primer
Owner of the historic Castle: Township of Wilmot
Location of project: 60 Snyder’s Rd W, Baden, ON N3A 1A1
Castle Kilbride and the beauty of renovation while keeping historic charm
Changing of the Castle ownership leaves Kilbride worn down
Originally belonging to the Livingston family for three generations until 1988, when the castle faced neglect after a failed development attempt. In 1993, Wilmot Township purchased the property with support from heritage groups, the Township Council, and various levels of government. Through meticulous conservation and restoration efforts, the castle reopened as a museum in 1994, earning National Historic Site designation in 1995.
A Step In The Right Renovation
In recent restoration efforts, the castle replaced its steps with Accoya steps, enhancing both functionality and aesthetics. This addition complements the meticulous restoration, allowing visitors to fully appreciate the brilliance of Castle Kilbride and take a step back into the lavish Victorian Era.
The steps were beautifully crafted by Homestead Woodworks who transformed rough sawn Accoya into the glorious masterpiece it is today.
Manufacturer: Homestead Woodworks
Application: Historic steps replacement
Coating: PPG paint and Sherwin Williams primer
Owner of the historic Castle: Township of Wilmot
Location of project: 60 Snyder’s Rd W, Baden, ON N3A 1A1
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