spaces
The Hippocampus From the St.lawrence river
The Hippocampus Flying West
chart house
In 1933, Peter Webster co-founded Maitland Charts which he ran out of one of original 1828 Longley buildings, which we have dubbed the “Chart House” in his memory.
Close to completion after six-years of work , the chart house can take your breath away. The feedback from visitors has reassured us that we are on the right track. They love the preservation of history, the vaulted timber-frame ceiling, the glass, the view of the river from the deck, and the attention to detail.
It can become many things, and we are open to creative audacious ideas, that live up to this amazing place.
As we wait for that time, it can host events, meetings ,workshops, guest speakers , and over-all create a location that can act as a social hub that nurtures entrepreneurship and innovation.
The Chart HOuse (Video)
maitland tower
The Jewel in the Hippocampus crown. This historic centerpiece is a 90-foot stone tower constructed in 1828, to which were attached 50-foot blades or sails — 100 feet from tip to tip — to operate a grist mill with wind power. In less than a decade, the operation closed after it was determined there wasn’t enough wind to make it work.
The Tower is amazing outside and in.
Built in 1828 by Scottish immigrant George Longley as one of the first windmills in Upper Canada; the Maitland Tower is the landmark of the site. It’s historical value is unprecedented and has such a unique history with many different uses along the way. Our first step in order to ensure this tower remained available for not only us, but future generations, was to do a complete overhaul of the stonework and ensure its structural integrity. There are several ideas on the table for what it will be used for in the future.
Manor
The Manor has an excellent view of the St Lawrence River, a large lawn, and lots of parking space. The Manor is and excellent choice for corporate and social events.
Dating back to the 1700’s, the manor is undergoing renovations that are transforming it into a space for purpose driven initiatives, striving to create a just, beautiful, and regenerative planet.
The Tower is amazing outside and in.
Built in 1828 by Scottish immigrant George Longley as one of the first windmills in Upper Canada; the Maitland Tower is the landmark of the site. It’s historical value is unprecedented and has such a unique history with many different uses along the way. Our first step in order to ensure this tower remained available for not only us, but future generations, was to do a complete overhaul of the stonework and ensure its structural integrity. There are several ideas on the table for what it will be used for in the future.
the grotto
Nestled between the Chart House and the Tower is the Grotto. A natural stone foundation that was discovered during restorations of the two buildings.
The stone walls were added making it a great spot to perform wedding vows, stage a one-person play, or accommodate a small band. It’s an open space that is well-suited for your small gathering.
The stables
We know that artists need a place to learn their craft, incubate ideas, and bring those ideas to life in front of a live audience. With that in mind, we are currently working alongside of experienced theatre and music professionals to convert the old stables into a new place for artists and audiences. With an invitation to those in the field for their business insight (grant etc.), experience, and inspiration.
At one time the home to champion racehorses, the two level barn is already on its way to becoming a unique space for creative people to thrive, whether they are amateur or professional.
A stage is being built in the upper hayloft specifically designed with music and theatre performance in mind.
The lower part of the building – where the stables are located- is the energy centre for the above theatre. A multi-function area complete with a greenroom, wardrobe, set storage, makeup rooms, and prep space for productions.
A versatile area that can become a school for mentors to teach, actors to rehearse, plays to be workshopped, set designers to build. In short, its a space that is easily transformed by a mind focused on artistic possibilities.
