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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.

Become a Member

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”

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ACO Spring Auction Features Items from the Estate of Farley Mowat

We are delighted to announce a special addition to the live auction on May 31, 2026 — a compilation of…

16Apr 202621 Apr 2026

ACO Live Auction: May 31st, 2026

Live Auction Date: Sunday May 31st, 2026, 10am Tag Sale, 11am StartLocation: Town Park Recreation Centre (Gymnasium) Food: Queenies Bake…

6Apr 202627 Apr 2026

Historic Walking Tours 2026: Schedule & Tickets

Select Saturdays • 11 am – 12:30 pm $20 plus Fees | Rain or Shine Join us for our 2026…

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

Advocacy…

65 Ward Street: Spring 2023 Update

6 Apr 20236 Apr 2023
By Susan Layard In May, 2022, the agreement between Southbridge and the Municipality, in which the Municipality agreed to remove the Notice of Intent to Designate the property, expired. ACO…
Awards…

Round Up: ACO Port Hope Annual Meeting 2023 Awards & Video

25 Mar 20234 May 2023
Thank you to all who joined us at the Annual Meeting, 2023. https://youtu.be/D39pe4A7pdI The Awards Congratulations to our recipients to The Marion W. Garland and The Bluestone Award. The Marion…
Advocacy…

Urgent Call for Action: 65 Ward Street in Port Hope

24 Mar 20231 Mar 2024
By Bruce Bowden and Susan Layard This is an urgent call for action from our ACO members, and from the community at large. The Minister of Long Term Care has…
Architecture…

The Bluestone Award for Community Service

1 Mar 202313 Mar 2025
2024 Susan Carmichael: For her many years of leadership and service to ACO Port Hope as Executive Secretary to the Board and as Chair of the Grants Committee. Always willing…
Architecture…

The Marion W. Garland Award

1 Mar 202312 Mar 2025
2024 Rod Stewart & Masumi Suzuki: For their tireless work and significant contributions to important public heritage projects in Port Hope such as the Capitol Theatre and the Wesleyville Church. …
Meetings…

ACO Port Hope Annual Meeting: 2023

4 Feb 202323 Jan 2024
See the round up from this meeting. Thursday, February 23, 2023Doors Open 6:30 pm / Meeting Begins 7:00 pmSculthorpe Room, The Capitol Theatre Agenda Awards The slate for the Executive…
Advocacy…

Let’s Get the Sylvan Glen Bridge the Attention It Deserves

3 Feb 202325 Mar 2023
By Bruce Bowden and Susan Layard As you may know, the Municipality of Port Hope is planning replace the 100-year-old Sylvan Glen Bridge. See our article in last year’s ACO…
Events…

Photo Gallery: The ACO Port Hope Christmas Party 2022

9 Dec 20229 Jan 2023
Here is our roundup of favourite photos from our festive celebration. Thank you to our hosts of Dunain House, Dianne and Frank Steblaj, for allowing us to hold the party…
Advocacy…

Opinion: Phillip H. Carter on Bill 23

29 Nov 202225 Mar 2023
By Phillip H. Carter Phillip H. Carter is a Port Hope Architect and winner of the ACO 2020 Eric Arthur Lifetime Achievement Award. Bill 23, passed by the Ford Government,…
Advocacy…

ACO Port Hope Responds to Bill 23

23 Nov 20227 Dec 2022
By Bruce Bowden & Susan Layard ACO Port Hope is very concerned that the proposed changes to the Ontario Heritage Act in Bill 23 will adversely affect our Municipality’s ability…
Advocacy…

ACO Press Event: The Threat Bill 23 Poses to Ontario’s Heritage

23 Nov 202229 Nov 2022
https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=10gcVvVvZFM&t=1s On November 22, ACO held a press event at Queen’s Park in Toronto to publicize the damage that Schedule 6 of Bill 23 will wreak on Ontario Heritage. Speaking…
Community…

The 2023 ACO Port Hope Bus Tour to Clarington

23 Nov 202211 Apr 2023
April 26th, 2023 The bus tour is shaping up very well. At present it is full up, but  almost invariably a few seats become available just before Travel date as…
Advocacy…

Interview: The Chair of the ACO Port Hope on The Daily Wrap

19 Nov 202211 Jul 2023
On November 16, 2022, the Chair of the ACO Port Hope Branch, Ian Mackay was interviewed by the Northumberland 89.7 FM radio show, the Daily Wrap. Ian discussed how ACO’s efforts have contributed…
ACO Auction…

Meet Us at the Festival of Lights & Trees 2022

18 Nov 20229 Jan 2023
Join us this season as we show off our decorated tree at The Capitol Theatre’s Festival of Lights & Trees, November 26 – December 15, 2022. ACO Port Hope and…
Advocacy…

Pewter Ornaments

18 Nov 202222 Apr 2024
Decorate with History Northumberland Architectural Ornaments proudly presents these unique, custom-designed, solid pewter ornaments. Handcrafted by Canadian artisans, each ornament is part of a set of limited-edition replicas celebrating the…
Events…

The ACO Port Hope Christmas Party 2022

8 Nov 20227 Dec 2022
R.SV.P. is now closed. For those of you who have already registered, your payment has been received, and we look forward to seeing you. LOCATION: 345 Lakeshore Road, Port Hope,…
Advocacy…

Bringing Architecture & Nature Together 

8 Nov 202211 Jul 2023
“Port Hope is a remarkably picturesque community located along the shores of Lake Ontario.” This statement provides the introduction to Port Hope’s Facebook page. Characterized by a natural landscape of…
Architecture…

The Port Hope 2022 Virtual House Tour: October 1-31

30 Sep 202218 Nov 2022
Streets & Stories Explore the intersection of Port Hope’s history, life and architecture. See inside 11 iconic properties including The Bluestone, St. Mark’s Church, and The Clemes Duplex. 2022 features…

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