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The Red House
Although no longer red, this building was very much a part of Perth's colourful past. The Red House has the honour of being the first building constructed in 1816 when Perth became a military settlement. It had several functions, including meetinghouse, school, inn, church and tavern.
Address: 55 Craig Street Perth ON
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Inge-Va House
Inge-Va House, built in 1823, began as the dwelling of the rector of the Perth Military Settlement. The house obtained notoriety in 1833, when its resident Robert Lyon, a law student, fell victim in the last dual fought in Canada. Inge-Va (meaning come here in Tamilian) was the name given to the residence by later owners. In 1974, the building was donated to the Ontario Heritage Foundation.
Address: Craig Street Perth ON
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Haggart House
John Haggart Sr., a Scottish stone mason who was one of many that assisted to build the Rideau Canal, built this elegant house in 1837. His son, John Haggart Jr. went on to become an MP, serving on Sir John A. Macdonald’s cabinet. Walk past Haggart House when touring historic downtown Perth.
Address: Mill Street Perth ON
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