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Proctor House Museum Contact: Roy Rittwage
Proctor House is a Heritage Project supported by Save Our Heritage Organization and The Lower Trent Region Conservation Authority. This property was donated in 1970 by John W. Proctor and the remaining heirs of Proctor House. They decided to give the property to the people of the area for their use. This house has some unusual features compared with others of the time. While others used horsehair to bind and strengthen the plaster, the Proctor family used the hair from their prize herd of purebred cattle. Another feature is the use of pine that has been grained to resemble oak in most of the woodwork. The hall doors slide and fold back (pocket doors), turning the area into a large room with enough space for a Grand Ball. This was frequently used to host church fundraisers. The front doors and banister are made of oak. There is a circular stairway that was probably added after the original construction was completed. It is believed the Proctors saw circular staircases on a trip south and remodeled the house to accommodate this feature when they returned. We have tried to develop our gardens to look as they would have during an earlier period. Enjoy the grounds and take advantage of The Lower Trent Conservation Authority's path to the creek. This path extends north through the woods and makes for a great afternoon walk. Group tours are available, by prior arrangement, at any time of the year. If you desire it we can serve afternoon tea during your visit. Due to popular demand we have also instituted tour packages for school groups.
For more information see their website at: www3.sympatico.ca/proctorhousemuseum |
