Bellevue House National Historic Site Built Heritage Restoration and Visitor Experience Renewal
Parks Canada, in partnership with the Friends of Bellevue House National Historic Site (FBH), is pleased to announce the start of a major built heritage restoration and visitor experience renewal project at Bellevue House National Historic Site. The project will include exterior and interior restoration, as well as the development of new exhibits and programs.
Bellevue House is a National Historic Site of Canada and is one of the oldest surviving houses in Canada. It was built in the late 1700s by John Craigie, a Scottish merchant, and was later home to Sir John Coape Sherbrooke, the first governor-in-chief of British North America. The house has been designated a National Historic Site of Canada for its architectural and historical significance.
The project will begin in early December 2024 and is expected to be completed by the end of 2026. The exterior restoration will include repairs to the roof, windows, and walls, as well as the restoration of the original paint scheme. The interior restoration will include the restoration of the original plasterwork, woodwork, and floors, as well as the installation of new exhibits and programs.
The new exhibits will tell the story of Bellevue House and its occupants, as well as the history of the surrounding neighbourhood. The programs will include guided tours, lectures, and workshops.
The project is being funded by Parks Canada and the FBH. The FBH is a non-profit organization that supports the preservation and interpretation of Bellevue House National Historic Site.
“We are very excited to be working with Parks Canada on this important project,” said FBH President David O’Brien. “Bellevue House is a unique and important part of Canada’s heritage, and we are committed to preserving it for future generations.”
“This project will ensure that Bellevue House continues to be a vibrant and engaging place for visitors to learn about our country’s history,” said Parks Canada Minister Catherine McKenna. “We are grateful to the Friends of Bellevue House National Historic Site for their support.”
Bellevue House National Historic Site is located at 12995 Lower Ottawa Road in Nepean, Ontario. The site is open to the public from Tuesday to Sunday, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Bellevue House National Historic Site Built Heritage Restoration and Visitor Experience Renewal
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