Ramsden Park
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| Ramsden Park | |
|---|---|
| Type | Public park |
| Location | Toronto, Ontario |
| Created | 1904 |
| Operated by | City of Toronto |
Ramsden Park is a public park located at 1020 Yonge Street in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, with access via Ramsden Park Road.[1]
From the 1840s to the 1890s this was the location of the Yorkville Brick Yards.[2] The yellowish-white bricks produced were used for many buildings in the village and city including Yorkville Town Hall, St. Michael's Cathedral, St. James Cathedral and much of University College.[2] In 1904 the City purchased the land and established a park named after Alderman J. George Ramsden, a local resident who was active in city politics from 1903 until 1936.[2]
[edit] References
- ^ "Think Cold! Outdoor Artificial Ice Rinks". City of Toronto. http://www.toronto.ca/parks/recreation_facilities/skating/outdoor_ice_rinks.htm. Retrieved 2009-09-11.
- ^ a b c "Yorkville Brick Yards". Points of interest along lost streams. P.J. Hare, The Toronto Green Community. http://www.lostrivers.ca/points/Yorkville_Brick_Yards.htm. Retrieved 2009-09-11.
Coordinates: 43°40′35″N 79°23′35″W / 43.67639°N 79.39306°W
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