Gibbons Lodge, Tudor Revival residence in Uplands, London, Canada
Gibbons Lodge is a Tudor Revival residence located on a large property along Richmond Street in London, Ontario. The house sits on an expansive grounds and overlooks the campus of the University of Western Ontario.
Local builder Charles Oram constructed the house in 1932 for Helen Gibbons, daughter of lawyer Sir George C. Gibbons. Helen later donated the property to the University of Western Ontario.
The residence has served as the official home for presidents of the University of Western Ontario since 1960. This role connects the building directly to the academic community and university life.
The property sits along Richmond Street and connects easily to nearby educational facilities in the area. Keep in mind this is a private residence and access may be limited to official visitors or scheduled tours.
The property was acquired by the university in 1961 and has maintained its 1930s Tudor Revival character while serving a modern academic purpose. The architectural style from that era remains notably intact for those interested in period homes.
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