Diefenbaker House, National historic site and museum in Prince Albert, Canada.
Description
The Diefenbaker House is a two-story residence at 246 19th Street West that contains original furnishings and personal objects from John Diefenbaker's years as Prime Minister. Built in 1912 for a bank manager, the house later became home to Diefenbaker and his families during his time in Prince Albert.
History
The house was built in 1912 as a private residence and later became home to John Diefenbaker, who lived there with his two wives from 1947 to 1975. The family transferred the property to the city in 1977, after which it was converted into a museum and opened to the public in 1983.
Culture
The house shows how a political family of the 20th century lived and what personal objects they valued. Visitors can observe the domestic life of a senior government official and how it differed from ordinary households.
Practical
Visits are possible daily from mid-May through August, while other times of the year require advance booking. Entry is arranged through the adjoining Historical Museum, which serves as the main access point for visitors.
Did you know?
The house preserves not only objects from Diefenbaker's life but also items that belonged to Sir John A Macdonald, Canada's first Prime Minister. This connection between two political figures illustrates how political history was passed down through personal collections.
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