The County of Brant in all its' intricate and refined splendor is best explored by taking a heritage walking tour where you will learn pieces of Canadiana history that will provide years of thought and conversation.
Mount Pleasant Historical Walking Tour
Through the early 1800s, Mount Pleasant was a prosperous and cultured settlement with flourishing farms, inns, mills, schools, a drill hall and commercial establishments. The walking tour starts at the corner of Mount Pleasant and Burtch Roads, taking you to significant 19th century period houses, churches and sites. The road you follow is part of the Long Point Trail, an old Indian trail stretching from the Grand River to Lake Erie.
View the Mount Pleasant Historical Walking Tour brochure for more details.
Cobblestone of Paris
Paris is home to 13 cobblestone buildings. Mason Levi Boughton inspired Paris' cobblestone technique in the mid to late 1800s. It is estimated that over 14,000 cobblestones were required to build 1 traditional farmhouse. Each cobblestone is about the size of a sweet potato. Explore Paris and keep an eye out for the traditional cobblestone buildings.
The Paris Museum offers guided tours in the summer as well as a printable self guided walking tour - please visit their website for more information.
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