The Asa Wolverton House - Paris, ON
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The Asa Wolverton House in Paris. Built in 1851, it served as a terminus for on the Underground Railroad for escaping slaves.
Waymark Code: WM14WVD
Location: Ontario, Canada
Date Posted: 09/03/2021
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From the Brant County Library:
"The Wolverton House is a Greek Revival style house located in Paris. It was built in the early 1850s and is located in what was the earliest residential area in Paris. The house was part of the underground railroad, serving as a destination for former slaves."
The house has seen many owners over the years, eventually serving as A Bed and Breakfast before being purchased by the current owners.
Address:
52 Grand River Street S
Paris, ON CA
N3L2B3
Web site: [Web Link]
Site Details: Site is available for roadside viewing. Brant County Library offers a comprehensive digital description of the site.
Open to the public?: Private
Name of organization who placed the marker: Province of Ontario
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