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- Heritage Barrie Walking Tour
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Downtown West Walking Tour
The tour consists of two 20 minute walks: the area west of Queen's Park (Tour A), and the area east of Queen's Park (Tour B).
"This symmetrical, Georgian with Regency influence style house is one of the oldest in Barrie. It was built in the early 1840s as a residence and possibly model home for John Pearson, an English-trained builder who constructed several buildings during Barrie's early history. When Pearson chose the location, it was nearly at the water's edge...."(more)
The tour is sponsored by Heritage Barrie to highlight the heritage of the City of Barrie. Printed copies can be obtained from Barrie City Hall, or the Barrie Public Library.
Tourism Barrie: info@tourismbarrie.com (800) 668-9100
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