Beaulieu (Lougheed House) - Calgary, Alberta
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wildwoodke
N 51° 02.425 W 114° 04.603
11U E 704928 N 5658386
Beaulieu (Lougheed House) is the former house of Senator James Lougheed and is located south of downtown Calgary, Alberta.
Waymark Code: WMH5YE
Location: Alberta, Canada
Date Posted: 05/27/2013
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This home represents the perfect opportunity to explore the lifestyles of the rich and famous in Calgary's past. Take a step in time and tour through this fantastic castle-like home near Calgary's downtown core. Visiting from out of town? Don't despair if you are looking for a visit as a quick walk of about 10 minutes from the C-Train at 8th Street will get you there in no time.
Text from the plaque:
Beaulieu
"One of the earliest surviving mansions on the Canadian Prairies, this 1891 home brought a new elegance to its frontier town. Deisnged by Ottawa architect James R. Bowes for Senator James Lougheed and his wife Isabelle (nee Hardisty), its hosted visiting royalty, travelling dignitaries, and local society gatherings. An early domestic example of Calgary sandstone construction, the house combines the historical styles in a robust Victorian Eclectic design. At one time, porches, carriageways and a terraced formal garden were edged by balustrades. Despite later uses, the grand interior is largely intact."
From the CNHS website:
"Senator James Alexander Lougheed and his wife, Isabella, moved into this grand sandstone mansion in 1891. Then called Beaulieu, the house became the centre of Calgary’s social scene. Today, the Lougheed House Conservation Society has restored the mansion to its former glory. Stroll through the Beaulieu Gardens, the restored private gardens adapted to a public park. Visit Isabella’s Restaurant, on the main floor, one of Calgary’s top lunch spots. Stroll through Treasures Gift Shop which offers merchandise that reflects the era of the house, including chinaware, jewellery, and teddy bears. Come visit Lougheed House and experience the gracious elegance of an era."
See: http://www.pc.gc.ca/docs/r/ab/sites/beaulieu.aspx
This historic site is open year round. It is located at 707 - 13th Avenue SW near downtown Calgary, Alberta.
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