Introducing Olde Walkerville

Posted Oct 24, 2022

Olde Walkerville

Founded by Hiram Walker in 1858, Walkerville is an area of the city, rich in history and charm. 

For seven decades after its early beginnings, Walkerville began as its own town, housing those who were employed by the Hiram Walker distillery. Today, Walkerville offers its residents and visitors, beautiful parks, restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and seasonal events. 

Living History

Willistead Manor
Within the perimeter of a beautifully manicured 15-acre park, this 36-room mansion is now a historical landmark used for weddings, receptions, and other special events. This beautiful building was built in 1906 and housed Edward Chandler Walker, the second son of Hiram Walker, and his wife Mary. The mansion is named after Walker's oldest son, Willis Walker, who died at a young age. 

Olde Walkerville Theatre
Built in 1920, the Olde Walkerville Theatre has since undergone many facelifts to evolve with the times. From silent films, to sound motion pictures, to live theatre - Olde Walkerville has had it all within the same walls. The building has most recently converted into a venue for small local theatre companies, live music and special events by its current owners.

Taps and Eats

Walkerville is exploding with expansion. New businesses are entering the scene, creating more opportunities for tourism and entertainment.

O'Maggio's Kildare House
This Irish-themed pub brings its customers together with traditional Windsor pub fare as well as local favourites, and great entertainment.

Walkerville Brewery
Where heritage and community come together. Walkerville Brewery produces hand-crafted beers in small batches with malted barley, hops, and pure water. 

Market Square
With more than 100 years of service and vendors who provide top service, the Market Square is a place for families to gather for all their cooking needs. From farm to table, there is no better place to buy produce, meats and treats!

J.P. Wiser's Distillery Experience
Known as a leader in Canadian whisky, from start to finish, everything is done at this distillery. Using traditional whisky-making methods for over 160 years. Visitors are welcome for tours.

Entertainment

Of course, the opportunities for shopping and enjoying the waterfront are always a possibility, but there's so much more this area can offer!

Haddon's Comedy Club at Rockhead Pub
Showcasing prominent stand-up comedians and fresh emerging comedic talents, you're bound to have some great times and lots of laughs.

Hidden Trail Escape Rooms
Experiencing the mystery, and the excitement all while testing your resourcefulness (and maybe a friendship or two) Hidden Trail has it all. Themed rooms are filled with puzzles, hidden items, padlocks, and more, your goal is to explore and solve these puzzles to reach a goal and escape in under an hour.

Walkerville Artist Co-Op
A collection of local artists, artisans, and authors showcasing their work in Windsor. The gallery displays and sells paintings, pottery, photography, mixed media, encaustics, sculptures, books, body products, jewelry, art glass, and fabric arts. It is a not-for-profit organization.

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