49 Eastern Avenue

Description

A rare surviving example in Acton of a Late Victorian industrial vernacular building with impressive brick façade and vast cathedral-like interiors; the original wooden beams and roof are visible on the interior; Brickwork was completed by Norval bricker Thomas Maxted, who was also responsible for Acton's Knox Presbyterian and Baptist Churches; Built adjacent to the Acton G.T.R. station to act as a shipping and receiving facility for the Beardmore Tannery; Acton's nickname, Leathertown is closely associated with Beardmore and other leather-related industries; A landmark in Acton as the last remaining building associated with the Beardmore Tannery; Building was sold in 1933 and subsequently housed various non-leather industries, and opened as a tourist

The Town of Halton Hills’ description, reproduced from its heritage register.

What the status means

Designated individually under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act by a Town by-law. Altering the heritage attributes, or demolishing, needs the Town's consent.

Whether a specific alteration needs a heritage permit is the Town’s call; ask its heritage planning staff before starting work.