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Our Heritage Properties

The Chester Municipal Heritage Society owns and maintains three historically significant properties within Chester including Lordly House Museum, Chester Train Station, and Maple Cottage. Find more information about each property below. 

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Lordly House was built c. 1806 by Captain McCurdy who was later lost at sea.

Lordly House

Lordly House Museum is a fine example of Georgian architecture (c 1806). Lordly House was the family home of Charles Lordly, a prominent merchant, an entrepreneur, and the first municipal clerk. The museum showcases historical displays, and houses a local genealogy collection.

Chester Train Station

The Chester Train Station is the home of the CMHS. The station also houses historical displays and operates as a tourist centre with a comprehensive array of information on all there is to see and do in the area. 

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Built by Sir William MacKenzie and
Donald Mann in 1905

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Maple Cottage was the first municipal building in the municipality

Maple Cottage

Maple Cottage was originally built in 1870. Discover a wealth historical resources at the Lordly House Museum, where research material originally housed at Maple Cottage has been relocated for public access.  Learn more about Maple Cottage below. 

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