The 1851 “Province of Canada Directory”, which can be found in the Library and Archives Canada collection, provides us with a snapshot of the professional and trades people active in Richmond. The Directory distinguishes between two Richmond Villages in Canada … Continue reading
6019 Perth St. The Stewart/Hartin house, built in the spirit of Neo-Gothic architecture, is unique in Richmond Village not only for its design, but also due to the fact that only two families, both headed by patriarchs with an eye … Continue reading
74 Fowler St. One House. Two families. 180 years of History. The history of this two-story log farmhouse in many ways chronicles the history of the village. Built for/by John Torney, the building was home to Mr. Torney, his wife, … Continue reading
3451 McBean St. The Historical Atlas of Carleton County, published in 1879, features drawings of the homes of prominent county residents including this McBean St. residence of William Butler. Mr. Butler was a long time Richmond Postmaster (1857-1902), merchant, tradesman, … Continue reading
3498 McBean St. The MacDougall (McDougall) family lived on this property from 1862 until 1928. Duncan MacDougall was a wagon maker and blacksmith. His property was originally 2 acres in size; it included the house, a woodworking shop, a hen … Continue reading
By James McTavish Captain George Lyon of the 99th/100th regiment – was the major merchant and mill owner in Richmond. He was elected to the Assembly of Upper Canada (1832) and Canada West (1846). Capt. Lyon owned an “Estate” south of … Continue reading
3607 McBean St. This small smokehouse is a remnant of the pioneer domestic economy which characterized the village in the nineteenth century. It reflects a time in Richmond’s history when almost every family had its own garden and probably also, … Continue reading