Heritage

St. Thomas has a long and fascinating history that is reflected in its architecture. From early Colonial to Victorian, there is much to explore beyond the railway!
140 Pins
·
2mo
By
Railway City Tourism
a man and woman sitting in front of a green door
CASO Station
🚂 This week's #WhereAreWeWednesday takes us to @casostation—the heart of St. Thomas' railway history!⁠ ⁠ Built in the 1870s, CASO Station was the largest of 31 stations by the Canada Southern Railway and remains the largest Italianate train station in North America.⁠ ⁠ Today, you can explore the Railway Hall of Fame, grab freshly roasted coffee from @laschicasdelcafe, or attend one of their special events!⁠ ⁠ 📍 750 Talbot St., St. Thomas, ON
This may contain: the inside of a train car with green seats and lights hanging from it's ceiling
1:30
St. Thomas Heritage: The Railway
🚂 Discover the railway heritage of St. Thomas, Ontario! Explore the CASO Station, Elgin County Railway Museum, BX Tower, and Canada’s first elevated park. From train rides to historic landmarks, the “Railway City” is full of charm! 🚉✨ #ExploreRailwayCity #RailwayHeritage
This may contain: a large white house with green shutters on the front and side windows, surrounded by hedges
0:59
Heritage Districts in St. Thomas
Explore the charming heritage neighborhoods of St. Thomas, where history meets beauty! Stroll through scenic walks surrounded by stunning architecture and heritage homes, visit iconic landmarks like the historic Elgin County Courthouse and Old St. Thomas Church, and enjoy breathtaking views over the Kettle Creek Valley. Don’t miss Jumbo the Elephant, some sweet shops, and the lovely gardens that make this area a must-see! #ExploreRailwayCity #stthomasproud #TheRailwayCity
This may contain: there is a sign that says st thomas's heritage
0:21
St. Thomas Heritage
Discover the Railway City's hidden historical gems with St. Thomas Heritage Series part 2! Delve into St. Thomas and uncover its rich historic buildings. 🏛️⁠ ⁠ 👇️Which hidden historical buildings have captivated you the most in St. Thomas?
This may contain: a house with the words st thomas's heritage part 1
0:19
St. Thomas Heritage
Join us for our new Heritage Series! It's a beautiful time of year to explore Railway City and uncover hidden historical buildings throughout St. Thomas.🏡 👇️Let us know your favourite historical spots in St. Thomas?
A very cool project update from our friends over at the Railway Museum! Check out this sign that their volunteers have been working on restoring from the local L&PS Railway line. For those that don't know, the L&PS (London & Port Stanley) line is one of Ontario’s oldest railways, and was designed to alleviate congestion on a road that had been built to connect Port Stanley and London. The project was begun in 1853 and the first train to reach Port Stanley was on July 5th 1856. Jumbo The Elephant, Capital Of Canada, Railway Line, Destination Marketing, Downtown Core, Southern Railways, July 5th, Railway Museum, Historical Landmarks
Vintage L&PS Railway Sign at the Elgin County Railway Museum
A very cool project update from our friends over at the Railway Museum! Check out this sign that their volunteers have been working on restoring from the local L&PS Railway line. For those that don't know, the L&PS (London & Port Stanley) line is one of Ontario’s oldest railways, and was designed to alleviate congestion on a road that had been built to connect Port Stanley and London. The project was begun in 1853 and the first train to reach Port Stanley was on July 5th 1856.
a blue house with trees and plants around it
10 Centre St. St. Thomas - one of the oldest houses
For this #WhereAreWe Wednesday we are admiring some of the amazing heritage you can find around St. Thomas! 🏛️And this adorable little thing has quite the history behind it. 💡 This 1834 residence at 10 Centre is one of the oldest buildings in St. Thomas and is located in the oldest section of the City, which includes several early buildings and retains a pedestrian streetscape. ⁠🏡 The house, built by David J. Bowman, is a fine Regency in neo-classical style.
an old house with snow on the ground and trees in front of it is shown
Discover Neighbourhood Charm in St. Thomas
This #ThankfulThursday we are thankful for the many beautiful heritage neighbourhoods we have in St. Thomas! 🏛️ From the oldest part of St. Thomas in Kettle Creek Village to the popular Courthouse Neighbourhood and beyond, we encourage you to take time over the holidays and dig a little deeper into these special places. Bonus! Lit up for Christmas brings an added charm. ✨ 📸 @viewsfromthe519
two women standing in front of an old brick building with green doors and shutters
CASO Station in Downtown St. Thomas
For our #MotivationMonday, we are shouting out to the @casostation!⁠ 💡 The Caso Station is a great place to pop by for a visit to explore our unique railway heritage and maybe learn something new at the Railway Hall of Fame upstairs! 🚂⁠🤓⁠ .⁠ Located at 750 Talbot.⁠ Get all the info at the link about the station and it's unique location downtown!⁠ ⁠
the front entrance to an old building with two doors and steps leading up to it
Elgin County Courthouse in St. Thomas
Our #WhereAreWe Wednesday brings us to the Elgin County Courthouse! This historic building was originally designed by architect John Turner and built in 1854. .⁠ Feel free to take a walk around the grounds and within the courthouse and enjoy the interpretive panels about the origins of the courthouse. Located at 4 Wellington. .⁠ Visit the link to learn more about the Courthouse's history!
Related searches
there are many bicycles on display in the museum
Cycling: An Unspoken History at the Elgin Heritage Centre
Ready to explore the Whistlestop Trail and learn some cycling history? For today's #MondayMotivation we are highlighting the incredible exhibition 'Cycling: An Unspoken History' that is currently on display at the Elgin Heritage Centre! 🚲️
an old brick house with large front porch
Heritage House at 44 Centre Street St. Thomas
For this #WhereAreWe Wednesday we are admiring some of the amazing heritage you can find around St. Thomas! 🏛️ This beauty is in the Italianate style and is from 1878. It is currently a designated heritage property and you can find it at 44 Centre Street. 🗺️🧭 . If you'd like to explore this property and more, check out the neighbourhood info at the 🔗 (including maps, featuring sites, and more!)
the sun shines brightly through the trees in front of an old house on a sunny day
St. Thomas Courthouse Neighbourhood
Our #WhereAreWe Wednesday brings us to the Courthouse Neighbourhood! This historic neighbourhood is beautiful no matter what the season and makes for excellent walks and views over the VA Barrie Park in the Kettle Creek Valley. 🏛️✨ . Check out the link in bio for a heritage walking tour map 🗺️ to learn a bit more about some unique houses. . 📸@viewsfromthe519
an old cemetery with many headstones and trees in the background
Old St. Thomas Church Yard
#WhereAreWe today? We are at the church yard of the Old St. Thomas Church! Believe it or not, the Old St. Thomas Church is one of the oldest structures in the city, dating back to 1822 when construction began. . 📸 Taken on a moody winter day by @frankpelsoczi
an old car is parked on the side of the road in front of a store
Businesses over 50 in St. Thomas
50 years is a milestone for many things in life. Today, for our #ThankfulThursday, we are featuring St. Thomas businesses that have met and surpassed that milestone! 🎉🥳 . On the blog, read all about 8 local businesses that have been here for 50+ years, including @jennings_furniture pictured here. If you can believe it, Jennings has been in our community since 1885! Can you guess which other businesses made the list? 🤔