1896-1922 On January 7th of 1896, the first high school in Leamington began classes out of a three-story residence once owned by politician Lewis Wigle. Wigle’s home was purchased by the High School Board for $5,000. Before Leamington District High School (LDSS) existed, students were taught some secondary school subjects while still in public school….
Presbyterian Church
This Presbyterian church’s roots began when Scottish settlers arrived in this area, located in southern Ontario. In 1828 a Presbyterian congregation was founded. They held church in area homes until 1834 when land was donated for construction of a proper church. The church fell into ruin when it was no longer used due to conflicting…
The Castle Mansion
This is a tale of money…. A somewhat difficult to follow tale, but I’ve tried to piece as much of the story as possible. The house was purchased in 2007 for $1,700,000 by a man named Mr. Wang. Wang graduated from the University of Alberta in 2004.The home’s address was used as the base for…
Country Club Crescent
Cell photos of a house in prime real estate territory that’s destined to be demolished if the rezoning application goes through.
Goosebumps House
This house has a long history dating back to 1860, when it was originally built. It features a gable roof with dormers, two-storey veranda and gingerbread. The Italianate style house belonged to David Reesor, the son of Christopher Reesor and Margaret Armstrong. (TWP: I believe the farm originally belonged to David’s father, Christopher and later…
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