Type: Museum
This foundation administers the historic homestead of James Shaver Woodsworth, leader in social reform and founder of the Cooperative Commonwealth Federation.
Programming:
Conservation/Preservation:
Architecture
The building, moved in 1980 to avoid demolition, serves as an example of the architecture of 19th century farmhouses in this region.
Artefacts
The interior of the homestead has been restored and furnished in the Victorian period of 1870-1890 (e.g. furniture and personal effects such as desks, china dolls, roll top desks, kitchen appliances).
Public Programming:
Tours
A tour of the main floor rooms and basement, with a slide presentation of the big move and restoration of the homestead.
Tours can also be tailored to a group’s interest, (i.e. J.S. Woodsworth, historic buildings, pioneer life, the Shaver Family, etc.).
Visitors may drop in and staff are available to answer questions.
Volunteer/Internship/Placement Opportunities:
N/A
Address & Contact Information:
450 The West Mall,
Etobicoke, Ontario
M9C 1E9
Phone: 416-622-4124
Email: jswoods@bellnet.ca
Website: http://www.applewoodshaverhouse.org
Hours of Operation:
10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday
By Appointment Saturday and Sunday
Key Words: settlement, agriculture