The oldest residence in Port Stanley was built in the late 1820's by Col. John Bostwick, Port Stanley’s founding father. Visitors to Doors Open will have a unique opportunity to examine the rare post and beam construction with brick nogging and the beautifully preserved interior of this architectural treasure.

Port Stanley has meant many things to many people over the years, but for over a century it has been a working fishing village. Doors Open visitors can talk to a Port Stanley resident who has worked on the lake all his life and view a modern day fish tug.

Originally built as a Congregationalist church in 1852 and purchased by the Presbyterians in 1870, this is one of the oldest churches in Elgin County. The attractive white frame building is a fine example of pioneer architecture with its classical silhouette and Gothic and Romanesque windows.

Many visitors will remember Port Stanley’s Stork Club which at one time boasted the largest ballroom in North America. Visit this “presentation centre”, listen to the music of some of the famous bands and learn about plans for bringing the Big Band era back to Port Stanley.

Enjoy the tranquil beauty of this hidden trout stream and fish farm, originally the site of a grist mill built in the early 1800's. Perhaps you can look for the foundations of the original mill while your children help feed the thousands of
fish in the hatching ponds.