Haskell Free Library and Opera House

The Haskell Free Library and Opera House spans two countries with its granite walls, Victorian architecture, and a black line marking the international border through its rooms.

Martha Stewart Haskell and her son constructed this building in 1901 to provide library services and performances to both Canadian and American communities.

The library maintains a collection of 20,000 books in French and English, serving the needs of readers from both sides of the national boundary.

Canadian visitors enter through the United States entrance and follow designated pathways back to their country without requiring customs pre-clearance.

The stage and opera hall divide between two nations, with performers often moving between countries during their acts on the international stage.

Location: Stanstead

Location: Derby Line

Inception: 1904

Official opening: 1904

Architectural style: Romanesque Revival architecture, Queen Anne style architecture, Victorian architecture

Part of: Canada–United States border

Address: 93 Caswell Avenue J0B 3E2

Phone: +18028733022;+18198762471

Website: https://haskelloperahouse.org

GPS coordinates: 45.00578,-72.09769

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:40