The Golden Square Mile: A Prestigious Neighboorhood - McCord Museum
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Activities

The Golden Square Mile: A Prestigious Neighboorhood

Dates: From April to November
Duration: 90 minutes
Max. number: 60
Cost: adults $16, students $12.50, seniors $14.50 per person

Since the 19th century, the Golden Square Mile has been synonymous with wealth and affluence. Spacious mansions, department stores, university pavilions and luxury hotels appaeared one after the other in this neighbourhood next to the McCord Museum. This outdoor tour presents the architecture of the Golden Square Mile and the history of the people who lived there. It is a fascinating look at the opulent mansions built by influential figures of the 19th and 20th centuries and the integration of thoses buildings into the current urban landscape. Equipped with digital devices, the groups will explore a neighbourhood that has seen many transformations.

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FOR RESERVATIONS, PLEASE PREPARE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION

  • The title of activity chosen;
  • Three possible dates to facilitate the reservation process;
  • Preferred time for your tour, the number of people in your group and the language in which you would like the tour to be conducted;
  • Complete contact information for your organization, including email address to enable us to send you a tour confirmation notice.

After making your reservation, you will receive confirmation by email. Please acknowledge receipt to confirm the time of your visit.

For CEGEP or university groups, please plan one group leader for every 15 students; admission is free for the
group leader.

The minimum rate for 15 people will be charged for groups of fewer than 15 people.

CHANGES AND CANCELLATIONS

Unless you notify us of changes 48 hours before the date of your activity, you will be charged for the number of participants indicated in your reservation.

METHOD OF PAYMENT

On the day of the activity, the person responsible for the group is asked to proceed to the admissions desk to settle payment. The total amount may be paid via invoice or on site via cash or cheque. Please make your cheque payable to the McCord Museum.

Lunch area

A lunch area is available for a fee of $50.

Questions? Get in touch with us!

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

reservation@mccord-stewart.ca
514 861-6701, ext. 1207

Not to be missed!

Not to be missed!