Tin House / La Maison de Fer-Blanc

In the early 20th century, tinsmith Honore Foisy advertised his trade by decorating the exterior of his Lowertown Ottawa house, which stood a few blocks away. When the house was demolished in 1961, the façade was saved and later reproduced by artist Art Price using original and fabricated parts. Installed here in 1973 as public art, this one-of-a-kind façade became the artistic focal point of the courtyard that now bears its name. Over time, exposure to the elements caused serious deterioration, and in 2003 a heritage conservation project was undertaken to enhance this decorative ornamental landmark.

Ontario · Canada