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Construction of The Priory
- When
- 1827–1828
- Where
- Guelph
John Galt constructed 'The Priory' in 1827–1828 to house early settlers and the Canada Company office.
Galt constructed 'The Priory', one of the first buildings in the community, to house early settlers and the Canada Company office. Built between 1827 and 1828, it was located on the banks of the Speed River near the current River Run Centre for performing arts and could house up to 100 people.
Sources
- Guelph Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-21
- John Galt (novelist) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-29
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