North Dundas Cultural Center, Winchester, Ontario
Built around 1904, this community hall has been through a re-birth!
A series of un-sympathetic improvements over the years had left the building looking
old and out of date. However, with multiple renovations and some new additions,
the town hall has been given new life!
The Winchester Fire Department garage, which connects to the building, has been converted
into a theatre which will be used as a multi-purpose room by many different local groups.
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Authentic trim, moulding and wainscotting, along with thorough redecoration and painting
on the interior, play a large part in the new renovation. New details such as mirrors
that mimic original architectural details are found throughout the interior.
Even the new paint was taken from a 100 year old paint chart!
A new addition has also been added to the building to provide more storage space
as well as a fully accessible washroom.
This building is expected to
become a focal point of the community, where everyone can meet and where numerous
local events can take place. With the new theatre, a display area, and fully accessible
facilities, there is no doubt that the North Dundas Cultural Centre will accomplish
that, while maintaining the integrity of the original building.
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