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Former Hamilton Customs House

Former Hamilton Customs House is a National Historic Site of Canada in Hamilton, Ontario.

Ontario · 51 Stuart Street, Hamilton, Ontario · location approximate

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HAMILTON CUSTOMS HOUSE The former Customs House (1858–1860) is a fine example of the Italianate style of architecture which was popular in Canada from the 1840s through the 1870s. Inspired by Renaissance palazzi of Rome and Florence, Italianate buildings were characterized by a rusticated ground floor, abundant classical detail, and a heavy cornice. The design of the Customs House is enhanced by the variety of finishes and the superior quality of its stonework. Its construction by the Province of Canada’s Department of Public Works reflected the rise of Hamilton as a major railway centre and Great Lakes port.

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LA MAISON DE LA DOUANE DE HAMILTON L’ancienne Maison de la douane (1858-1860) est un bel exemple du style italianisant populaire au Canada au cours des années 1840-1870. Inspiré des palais de la Renaissance italienne à Rome et à Florence, ce style se caractérise par un rez-de-chaussée rustiqué et une abondante ornementation classique, chapeauté par une corniche proéminente. La Maison de la douane se distingue par ses différents types de finition et la qualité supérieure de sa maçonnerie. Sa construction par le ministère des Travaux publics de la province du Canada reflète l’essor de Hamilton en tant que centre ferroviaire majeur et port des Grands Lacs.

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This plaque text is recorded in the Directory of Federal Heritage Designations, published by Parks Canada for the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada. Plaque texts come from the Directory’s open dataset in the languages the Directory publishes them in; the pin on this page is ours, worked out from the Directory’s street address or local area and marked approximate. Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada.
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