Hillary House and Koffler Museum of Medicine, Gothic Revival medical museum in Aurora, Canada
The Hillary House is a mid-1800s brick building with a steeply pitched roof, pointed arches on its porches and windows, and decorative trim on its exterior. Inside, it holds a collection of medical instruments, books, and household items spanning several centuries.
The house was built in 1862 for a physician who used it as both home and medical office. Over more than a century, several doctors worked there in succession, serving the growing community.
The house shows how doctors lived and worked in the 1800s, with rooms that still reflect their original layout and purpose. Visitors can see where patients were received and where the physician's family carried out daily life.
The museum is located on Aurora's main street in an easy-to-reach spot. Visitors should plan ahead, as visiting hours are limited and access to the building may be restricted at certain times.
The collection includes rare instruments from various periods, some showing experimental or unusual designs. Certain objects reveal how medical practices transformed dramatically over time.
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