In conjunction with our exhibition on historic homes, Brian Marshall will explore the history of three historic homes.
“Living, Dying and Gone”: The Plumb House & the Peter Secord and David Secord Houses
Brian Marshall, well-known columnist, author, and consultant on architectural design, restoration and heritage, will compare the ‘living’ built heritage of carefully preserved homes - Peter Secord’s 1782 historic landmark - with the gradually ‘dying’ heritage of the 1799 David Secord House, both in St. Davids, and the ultimate loss of the magnificent Josiah Plumb House in the 1940s. Dating back to 1865, The Plumb House boasted eight bedrooms, several “modern” bathrooms, and entertainment spaces that included a billiard room measuring 20 by 30 feet and a 608-square-foot ballroom. Unpaid taxes and the depression eventually led to this beauty being razed, making way for Parliament Oak school.
This presentaiton takes place virtually on Zoom. It is free to the public and online registration is required. Click the button below to register.
Presentation will be recorded and made available on our YouTube Channel. A link will be included on this page following the presentation.