Of note is the war memorial.
Photo: Kayla Jonas, 2008.
- Built
- 1875
- Recognized
- 1977
- By
- Local government
The register’s text, word for word
Description
Victoria Park is bordered by Victoria Street to the west, Chalk Street South to the east and Gouinlock Street to the north, in the Town of Seaforth, in the Municipality of Huron East. Victoria Park is a municipal park that was established in 1875.
The property was designated, by the former Town of Seaforth, now the Municipality of Huron East, in 1977, for its heritage value, under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, By-law 1058.
Heritage value
Victoria Park is a community meeting place for the residents of the Town of Seaforth. The land was donated for the park in 1875 by a prominent local doctor, Dr. W. C. Gouinlock. A war memorial, located at the west end of the park was erected after the First World War, with additional names added after World War II.
Victoria Park is a good example of a small 19th century park. Located on a rectangular lot, the tall, mature trees provide shade and enhance the restful and refreshing character of the park. In 1920, a clapboard bandshell was added creating a focal point.
SourceTown of Seaforth, By-law 1058.
Character‑defining elements
Character defining elements that contribute to the heritage value of Victoria Park include its:
- location in the community of Seaforth
- natural landscaping and mature trees
- historic plaque
- clapboard bandshell
- war memorial
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Location
Municipality of Huron East, Ontario, Canada
43.55147° N, 81.39346° W
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From the Canadian Register of Historic Places, as last updated on December 12, 2025. The register’s text is shown word for word.