Timmins home built in 1925 receives designation as historic property
The two-story log home at the end of Wilson Avenue in Timmins – known as the Mackechnie House -- is one of the designated properties on the City of Timmins’ Municipal Heritage Committee.
Built in 1925 by Harry W. Darling, the property was purchased in 1947 by Dr. Graeme Mackechnie and has remained in the Mackechnie family ever since.
The two-story log home at the end of Wilson Avenue in Timmins – known as the Mackechnie House -- is one of the designated properties on the City of Timmins’ municipal heritage committee. (Supplied)
"Despite changes to the surrounding neighbourhood, the home retains its historical character and has become a local landmark at the bottom of Wilson Avenue," the city said in a news release Wednesday.
It is the first designated property to receive an official heritage plaque from the City of Timmins, the release said.
"We’ve presented the current property owners with the city’s first official heritage plaque and certificate of heritage, and couldn’t be happier to celebrate the cultural and historical significance of the property.," Coun. Andrew Marks, chair of the municipal heritage committee, said in the release.
Marks has his own family story related to the historic home. His father, a hockey player, took a high stick to the forehead during a game and was stitched up in the basement of the 438 Wilson Ave. house by the good doctor.
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"Without freezing," Marks added, and he returned to the game in the third period.
"I think he said they won the hockey game."
Built in 1925 by Harry W. Darling, the property was purchased in 1947 by Dr. Graeme Mackechnie and has remained in the Mackechnie family ever since. (Supplied)
The municipal heritage committee is an advisory committee appointed by city council.
The primary objectives of the committee are to promote a culture of conservation in Timmins, and to advise council on heritage issues, including the establishment of the Municipal Heritage Register.
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