Doon Heritage Village, Kitchener
Doon Heritage Village, situated at the Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum, is a 60-acre living history village that showcases life in the Waterloo Region as it was in 1914. Located in what was once the village of Doon, now part of Kitchener, the village provides a glimpse into the past through its 22 buildings, including both restored structures and reconstructions.
Notable buildings include the Grand Trunk Railway's Petersburg station, various shops, houses, and a church. The Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum remains open year-round, though the village operates seasonally from May to December.
Editor's Note: The village is currently closed for renovations aimed at preserving its historic infrastructure, with plans to reopen in 2025.
Notable buildings include the Grand Trunk Railway's Petersburg station, various shops, houses, and a church. The Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum remains open year-round, though the village operates seasonally from May to December.
Editor's Note: The village is currently closed for renovations aimed at preserving its historic infrastructure, with plans to reopen in 2025.
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Sight Name: Doon Heritage Village
Sight Location: Kitchener, Canada (See walking tours in Kitchener)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Sight Location: Kitchener, Canada (See walking tours in Kitchener)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles