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Architectural Conservancy Ontario Port Hope

Architectural Conservancy of Ontario – Port Hope

Welcome to ACO Port Hope. We aim to inspire passion for the conservation of Port Hope’s architectural, historic, and natural heritage.

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Homes of Port Hope

Port Hope is known for its beautiful heritage homes and gardens. The ACO supports the maintenance and restoration of heritage home exteriors via grants made from donations. We welcome visitors to explore our neighbourhoods and tree-lined streets.

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Help preserve Port Hope’s rich legacy of architectural treasures by becoming a member of ACO. Your membership affiliates you with the Architectural Conservancy of Ontario which raises funds for restoration, preservation and conservation within the urban and rural landscapes of Port Hope. We look forward to growing with you. Memberships…Continue reading “Become a Member”

7Oct 20257 Oct 2025

ACO Live Auction: November 9th, 2025

Live Auction Date: Sunday November 9th, 2025, 11am Jumbo Tag Sale, 12pm StartLocation: Town Park Recreation Centre (Gymnasium) Food: TBD Donations…

29Sep 202529 Sep 2025

Photo Gallery: Summer Social 2025

The ACO Board would like to thank our hosts Meghan Robertson and Dirk Reuter, and all our guests, especially those…

16Dec 202429 Sep 2025

Book: Sixty Reasons to Celebrate 1964-2024

The ACO Port Hope’s 60th Anniversary book, “Sixty Reasons to Celebrate – 1964 – 2024”, by Susan Carmichael and Phil…

Our Mission

“Through education & advocacy, to encourage the conservation & reuse of structures, districts & landscapes of architectural, historic & cultural significance, to inspire & benefit Ontarians.”

ACO Port Hope

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ACO Port Hope Trip 2025: Domme, France

19 Aug 202427 Jan 2025
After our very successful 2024 trip to Abruzzo, our next destination is in the Dordogne area in southwestern France, specifically in the medieval village of Domme. Because of the popularity…
Community…

Historic Walking Tours 2024: Schedule & Tickets

18 Aug 202430 Sep 2024
Help us celebrate our 60th anniversary on four guided and curated walks through some of the loveliest neighbourhoods of Port Hope. Select Saturdays • 11 am - 12:30 pm $20…
Advocacy…

Fire at the File Factory

15 Jul 202430 Jan 2025
Update from The Municipality of Port Hope: July 19, 2024 It is with heavy hearts that ACO Port Hope acknowledges the devastating fire that occurred on July 14th, 2024 at…
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ACO Members Summer BBQ 2024

10 Jun 202417 Jul 2024
Date: Thursday, July 25th (rain or shine) Time: 5:30pm Address: 200 Bruton Street, Port Hope MEMBERS ONLY: tickets@acoporthope.ca RSVP by June 30th Membership Inquiries: Contact Lydia Bell-Gradon at 905-885-7929 or…
ACO Matters…

The File Factory: A Unique Heritage Industrial Site in Port Hope

2 Jun 202422 Sep 2024
Compiled by Susan Layard. An Encumbered Past; a Dramatic Future(An adaptation of Bruce Bowden’s deputation on behalf of ACO Port Hope to the March 19th, 2024 Special Meeting of Council).…
Advocacy…

The File Factory: May Update

28 May 202416 Aug 2024
Please be informed by the update on the File Factory from the Municipality of Port Hope. Photos by Phil Goldsmith
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Photo Gallery: Let’s Colour!

28 May 202417 Nov 2024
Thank you to all who came out to share some stories and colour together at the Port Hope Library. And a special thank you to Lisa O'Leary, the Programming and…
Community…

Town Talks: Municipal Planning Department

2 May 202428 May 2024
Please join us to hear future plans and question the municipal team leading the processes. 1 | Monday, May 6 at 4pmHeritage Permits in Port Hope with Todd Davis, Director…
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ACO Event: Let’s Colour!

24 Apr 202428 May 2024
Date: Thursday May 16 2024Time: 6:30pmLocation: The Port Hope Public Library, Mary J. Benson BranchFee: Free admission, colouring pages and art supplies providedRefreshments: Lemonade and cookies You are cordially invited…
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Live Auction April 20, 2024: 11am Preview, 1pm Start

31 Mar 202425 Apr 2024
April is auction month for the ACO Port Hope! Live Auction Date: April 20, 2024, 11am Preview, 1pm StartLocation: Port Hope Recreation Centre GymnasiumDonations & Tax Receipts: Blaise Gaetz blaisegaetz@gmail.comPayment:…
Architecture…

Video: “FUN . . SERIOUSLY?”

22 Mar 202427 Jan 2025
Watch Marc Hallé’s full presentation from this year’s AGM Meeting, which took place February 22, 2024. https://youtu.be/-aET5N7r3J0?si=5YiFJqaF5cob908R Marc’s talk highlights the phenomenon of fun in designing in the public realm,…
Advocacy…

Urgent Call for Action: Preserving the File Factory

16 Mar 202422 Mar 2024
A Special Council Meeting to consider a Heritage Demolition Permit application for a substantial portion of the File Factory has been scheduled for Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. in the…
History…

ACO Port Hope 60th Anniversary 1964-2024

13 Mar 202424 Apr 2024
The ACO Port Hope Branch was founded in 1964. This is the third branch of the Architectural Conservancy of Ontario, which was formed in 1933. The Founding Board Members of…
Community…

Rebellion Box Presentation: A Friends of the PHPL Event

12 Mar 20242 May 2024
Date: Saturday, March 16 1:00pm to 2:00pmLocation: The Port Hope Public Library, Mary J. Benson BranchSpeaker: Darryl & Christine Withrow Come learn about Rebellion boxes in this special PHPL Friends of the Library…
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Antiques & Artifacts Online Auction: April 9-17, 2024

11 Mar 202428 May 2024
Online Auction: maxsold.com Check out the great finds in our online auction. Dates: April 9 - 17, 2024 Pick Up: Saturday, April 20
Advocacy…

65 Ward Street: Hearing Adjourned

1 Mar 202412 Mar 2024
By Susan Layard The Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) met on November 23, 2023 to hear evidence on Southbridge’s motion claiming that the Heritage Demolition Permit that was issued to Southbridge…
Community…

ACO Cobourg Branch Coach Tour 2024: Belleville & Deseronto

1 Mar 202422 Mar 2024
Our Coach Tour on Wednesday, April 24 is filling up fast. Don’t be disappointed, reserve your seat today! The Details RSVP: Email Denise at johnson.4d@gmail.com If you book and then…
Meetings…

ACO Port Hope Annual Meeting: 2024

2 Feb 202422 Mar 2024
Thursday, February 22, 2024Doors Open 6:30 pm / Meeting Begins 7:00 pmSculthorpe Room, The Capitol Theatre Agenda The slate for the Executive is: Approve: Brian Buttery as Director Ian MacKay:…

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