Raise the Hammer
St Paul's Anglican Church, Middleport, and Wooden Ecclesiology
The survival of St. Paul's, a wooden church built in the late 19th century, is quite remarkable and it is worth visiting for its expression of the ecclesiological principles of Anglican Church design.
by Malcolm Thurlby
Published September 05, 2010 in Arts and Architecture (2 comments)
Two Heritage Churches in Dundas, Part 2: Knox Presbyterian Church
The Gothic style was chosen for its Christian associations, but it was used it a manner that was distinctly different from the Roman Catholic and Anglican churches of Dundas.
by Candace Iron and Malcolm Thurlby
Published August 20, 2010 in Arts and Architecture (1 comment)
Two Heritage Churches in Dundas, Part 1: St Augustine's Roman Catholic Church
While the type of Roman Catholic church plan used for St. Augustine's only dates from the mid-19th century in North America, the essential components were outlined in 1577.
by Candace Iron and Malcolm Thurlby
Published July 30, 2010 in Arts and Architecture (4 comments)
Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church, Paris
This church, which stands at the southeast corner of Main and Washington Streets, is one of the most interesting 19th-century Gothic Revival churches in Ontario.
by Malcolm Thurlby
Published July 23, 2010 in Arts and Architecture (3 comments)
St James's Anglican Church, Paris
This church demonstrates the change in the character of ecclesiastical Gothic architecture in the quarter century that elapsed between the construction of the nave and chancel.
by Malcolm Thurlby
Published July 19, 2010 in Arts and Architecture (0 comments)
John G. Howard's St James's Anglican Church, Dundas
While Howard's design for St. James would not be mistaken for a medieval original, it, along with most of his other designs, does indicate that the architect espoused principles of Gothic as applied to Anglican church design in England.
by Candace Iron and Malcolm Thurlby
Published July 11, 2010 in Arts and Architecture (1 comment)
My Life as a 'Doors Open' Tourist
Doors Open events are all about community. This community focus should also apply to how people get to far-flung sites.
by Michael Cumming
Published April 15, 2010 in Arts and Architecture (3 comments)
On Time and On Budget: How Hamilton Lost its High Quality Groove
Treating quality as an unwanted orphan is creating a problem that will haunt Hamilton for many, many years to come. The approach results in less than ideal results. It's as if OK is good enough for Hamiltonians.
by Graham Crawford
Published April 05, 2010 in Arts and Architecture (26 comments)
Open Letter to Council: Call for Action on Royal Connaught
If the dereliction of the Connaught continues unabated, council should consider expropriation and resale to a developer who fully appreciates the building and has the wherewithal to redevelop.
by Matt Jelly
Published March 22, 2010 in Arts and Architecture (20 comments)
Urban Destruction in the Heart of Brantford, Ontario
This decision to demolish buildings along Colborne St takes a marginalized city and further marginalizes it. It is such a complete reversal of things I value that I remain stunned and saddened.
by Michael Cumming
Published February 18, 2010 in Arts and Architecture (27 comments)
A Cinema Treasure Is Destroyed
The loss of the Century Theatre is just another chapter in a long and tragic saga: the destruction of our historical treasures and collective architectural memory.
by Adrian Duyzer
Published January 09, 2010 in Arts and Architecture (71 comments)
Paris Old Town Hall: What Future For This Internationally Significant Civic Gothic Revival Masterpiece?
Should the fate of this internationally significant building be left in the balance, or should all levels of government be pro-active in saving this jewel of our architectural heritage?
by Malcolm Thurlby
Published July 27, 2009 in Arts and Architecture (4 comments)
James Balfour Left his Mark on Hamilton
The ambitious architect often criticized his colleagues for copying and not designing buildings - he was interested in developing a uniquely Canadian Style of architecture.
by Trey Shaughnessy
Published September 11, 2008 in Arts and Architecture (1 comment)
St John's Anglican Church, Ancaster: An Architectural History
St John's Anglican Church in Ancaster has a fascinating architectural history.
by Candace Iron and Malcolm Thurlby
Published November 27, 2007 in Arts and Architecture (2 comments)
Inc. Settling Down but Still Shaking Things Up
Hamilton Artists Inc is setting up permanently in the former Jerry's Man Shop at James and Cannon.
by Amy Kenny
Published November 27, 2007 in Arts and Architecture (6 comments)
Hamilton Urban Design and Architecture Awards
A change is taking place in our city, not through top-down mission statements and megaprojects, but through small, incremental projects and initiatives.
by Mary Louise Pigott
Published November 08, 2007 in Arts and Architecture (0 comments)
Art in the Customs House
The subject and style of Kim Burke's art are complemented nicely by the unconventional space: urban renewal at work.
by Kevin Somers
Published June 07, 2007 in Arts and Architecture (0 comments)
19th-Century Churches in Hamilton: Barton Stone United Church and St Paul's Anglican Church, Glanford
The differences between Stone Church and St Paul's reflect differences between Presbyterian and Anglican worship in the mid-19th century.
by Malcolm Thurlby
Published February 26, 2007 in Arts and Architecture (2 comments)
Frederick James Rastrick and the Changing Face of Hamilton in the 1850s
Frederick Rastrick designed some of the most iconic buildings of mid-19th century Hamilton.
by Stephen Otto
Published February 26, 2007 in Arts and Architecture (6 comments)
First-Rate Gothic: A Look at St Paul's Presbyterian Church, Hamilton
In October 2006, St Paul's celebrates the 100th anniversary of the installation of the chimes and the 35th anniversary of its chimer.
by Malcolm Thurlby
Published September 20, 2006 in Arts and Architecture (2 comments)
Cuban-ness and the Hot Cuban Art Scene
In Cuba, even the simplest of gestures is surrounded by layers of meaning.
by Francie O'Flynn
Published July 05, 2006 in Arts and Architecture (4 comments)
More 19th Century Churches in Hamilton
This article explores St Peter's Anglican Church, Barton (1851-1922); Christ Church Anglican Cathedral; St Paul's Presbyterian Church, Centenary Wesleyan Methodist (United) Church; Christ Church Anglican, West Flamborough; and St Lawrence the Mart
by Malcolm Thurlby
Published May 05, 2006 in Arts and Architecture (4 comments)
Two Churches by Joseph Connolly in Hamilton
For this year's annual Doors Open Hamilton, take the opportunity to learn about two nineteenth century Hamilton churches.
by Malcolm Thurlby
Published April 21, 2006 in Arts and Architecture (1 comment)