Thunder Bay Tourist Pagoda

Built in 1909, this tourist kiosk promoted Port Arthur's social and economic advantages to visitors and investors. Its eye-catching architecture and strategic location reflected civic boosterism and the city's rivalry with nearby Fort William long before the two amalgamated to create Thunder Bay. Carefully conceived in an eclectic style, it features a pagoda-shaped roof topped by a domed cupola, classically inspired pilasters flanking the entrance, and a patriotic beaver-and-maple-leaf motif over the door. Designed by local architect H. Russell Halton, it still draws the attention of visitors today.

Ontario · Canada