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Due to its unusual hyperbolic paraboloid shell roof, constructed in 1960-61 to designs by architect Hugh Segar (Sam) Scorer and structural engineer Dr Hajnal-Kónyi, there was a preservation campaign in 2004 to get the building listed to prevent it from being demolished as part of the Markham Moor junction improvement plans published by the Highways Agency.
The shell canopy was designated Grade II listed on 27 March 2012.
Our afternoon tea with the Bobby is interrupted by the departure of 47305 with another load of 'black gold' from the colliery - 27th April 1982.
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Address: 7396 Yonge Street, moved to 148 John Street
The David Chapman House at 148 John Street provides historical significance to the Thornhill community. Constructed approximately 1850 at 7396 Yonge Street in what was formerly known as Vaughan Township, this Ontario Vernacular style house is a blend of Classic Revival house of a wooden frame with a Gothic Revival centre gable and pointed arch window. Built by David Chapman himself, the house remained in the Chapman family until 1937, with some remodelling taking place throughout this period. The unique blend of features, including some Gothic Revival and Ontario Classic elements, from different traditions reflects the changing social climate of Thornhill in the mid-19th century. In 1980 the house was moved to its present location on John Street by the Wylie family to save it from demolition. The David Chapman House is considered a rare survivor of the many farmsteads that once lined both sides of Yonge Street and became a designated heritage property in 1982 under the Ontario Heritage Act.
Photo courtesy of City of Markham.
Sources
City of Markham Bylaw 187-82 The David Chapman House heritage designation
A Western Spindalis in the company of a Spot-breasted Oriole had shown up at Markham Park in Sunrise, FL five days ago.We planned to go out early this morning to see if it was still there, but the day began with light to heavy showers with a worsening forecast. i watched the weather radar and decided our best chance for a break in the weather was around 10:00 AM, so we took the half hour drive and the rain got even worse! When we got to the park it did let up, and I drove around to see if there were any intrepid birders out, and there was-- David Hall and a birder from the UK told us they had the bird in sight. I covered the camera with a garbage bag and poked a hole for the lens and within a minute or two was looking at the spindalis as well as two Spot-breasted Orioles. The rain got worse and the birds disappeared in the dense foliage, so we left after less than 15 minutes after failing to see them again. On our way home the sun came out! This was the first time I have photographed either species.
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Address: 8030 Warden Avenue, moved to 12 David Gohn Circle
The John Jacob Lunau House was originally located at 8030 Warden Avenue and initially belonged to Joachim Lunau, one of the original Berczy settlers. Joachim sold the property to his youngest son John in 1827. John was a reformer and a personal friend of William Lyon Mackenzie, but did not participate in the Rebellion of 1837 due to his health. This house provides architectural significance to the region as it is a classic Georgian-style cottage with Gothic Revival elements. This one-and-a-half storey cottage has a three-bay front faade and was constructed sometime between 1840 and 1860. The central gable emphasizes the main door's asymmetrical placement. It was originally constructed of unburned clay brick, but was later covered with wood siding. The porch and gothic window style are both recent restorations that help the current house maintain its original look. In 1867, John sold the property to his youngest son Silas. In 1995 this house was moved from its original location on Warden Ave to its current location at 12 David Gohn Circle in the Markham Heritage Estates subdivision due to the construction of the 407 Highway. The John Jacob Lunau House became a designated heritage property in 1999 under the Ontario Heritage Act.
Photo courtesy of City of Markham.
Sources
City of Markham, Heritage Services - Register of Property of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest
City of Markham Bylaw 10-1999 The John Jacob Lunau House heritage designation