And there are lovely historical buildings too.

Haliburton has a proud heritage of early Ontario architecture including lumber used in existing buildings in the area. Visit some of Haliburton's finest heritage buildings, museums and one of the newest buildings at Maple Moon/Moon Shadows Estate Winery. Get a behind the scenes look at local businesses. Meet the ghost at The Haliburton County Echo-Laking House.

Doors Open Haliburton 2010
Open between 10 am and 4 pm, Saturday and Sunday, June 19 – 20, unless stated otherwise

Selected Historical Sites
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The Haliburton County Echo
www.haliburtonecho.ca
Saturday only: 10 am to 4 pm
The Echo building, previously known as Laking House, was built in 1917 by lumber baron William Laking and is said to be haunted by the ghost of William’s son, John, who died when his canoe flipped over in Drag Lake. Purchased in 1997 by Len Pizzey, then-owner of the paper, it has housed the paper’s operations ever since. Hourly tours.

Haliburton United Church
Saturday only: 10 am to 4 pm
This picturesque all-white structure was built as a Methodist church in 1911-12. It features nine exquisite stained-glass windows depicting the life of Christ. The high ceiling is covered in ornately patterned tin tiles and the overall architecture of the sanctuary provides superb acoustics.

Heritage House Cafe and Bed & Breakfast, Haliburton
www.heritagehousecafe.com
Built in 1863, Haliburton’s oldest establishment first served as a supply store for lumberjacks in Fort Irwin. Until the late 1990s, it was the longest-running general store north of Peterborough. The store area now operates as a café and the main house – with its Victorian valances, wainscoting, original floors and grand arched windows – as a B&B.

Hodgson House, Haliburton
This building, built c. 1928, was the home of Clayton Wesley Hodgson, who was involved in various aspects of the lumbering industry in Haliburton County for most of his life. Hodgson was also involved in politics. He served the Dysart council from the mid-1920s to the early-1930s and was reeve in 1944. From 1945-63, he was the federal member of Parliament.

Municipal Office of Dysart et al.
www.dysartetal.ca
Saturday only: 10 am to 4 pm
Built in 1897, the municipal office has undergone changes and received additions, but it still reflects its original structure. The building has served as a community centre and auditorium, a council chamber, a town lock-up and a library. The notable bell tower once rang a curfew for youths under 16 years of age.

Rails End Gallery & Arts Centre, Haliburton
www.railsendgallery.com
This 1878 railway station is now home to a gallery and arts centre. Exhibition spaces in the former baggage and waiting rooms showcase contemporary art. The former ticket room features a charming gallery shop. On Saturday until 2 p.m., shop at Treasures N’Trash. Also during Doors Open, view the exhibits “Paternity Suite” and Susan Hay’s “Shorelines.”

Sir Sam's Inn, Eagle Lake
www.sirsamsinn.com
Saturday only: 10 am to 4 pm
Sir Sam's Inn, built 1919, was originally the country estate of Sir Samuel Hughes, the Minister of Militia during the First World War. Today, this country inn is one of Ontario's finest, catering to active couples year-round, offering a variety of accommodations, all with a magnificent view over Eagle Lake.

Victoria Street School
Saturday only: 10 am to 4 pm
In 1924, Victoria Street School was built to accommodate Haliburton County’s growing student population. Constructed of red brick, the building stands two storeys high. It housed primary grades prior to the opening of Stuart Baker Elementary School in 1999. Victoria Street School is now home to the Adult Education and Training Centre.

Willow Brook Farm
The homestead, once known as the Gould Crossing train stop, was built in 1864 by one of Haliburton’s original settlers, Thomas Gould, great-grandfather of the present owner. The original log wall remains. A museum of artifacts includes the Dysart telephone system. The Goulds took in boarders, including local schoolteachers.