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Benares Historic House

1507 Clarkson Rd. N. • View on map »
Mississauga
905-615-4860

Dating back to the early 20th century, this grand red-brick Georgian brings a touch of stateliness to Mississauga. It once anchored the estate of Captain James Harris, a British military officer from the Victorian era. Harris’s family occupied the house for four generations before his great-grandchildren donated it to the Ontario Heritage Foundation (now the Ontario Heritage Trust), stacked with heirlooms. Today, a separate visitor centre tells the family history; the house itself has been restored to how it would have looked in 1918. The handmade furniture and picturesque views offer a vision of gracious living. In the children’s room, visitors marvel at antique toys, from a crokinole board to a homemade 1896 dollhouse that looks like Benares itself.

When:: July and Aug. W–Su 1–5.
How Much:: adults $5, seniors and students $3, children $1.50, under three free, family $12 (includes admission to Bradley Museum); prices may vary for special events.
Tours:: pre-booked guided tours year-round 8 a.m.–10 p.m.; group tours by appt.
Parking:: free on-site.

1507 Clarkson Rd. N. , Mississauga

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