Ottawa Normal School, Teacher training institution at Elgin Street, Ottawa, Canada.
The Ottawa Normal School features Gothic Revival architecture with pointed windows, Romanesque columns, and a Second Empire roof with a spired belfry.
Constructed between 1874 and 1875, this building served as Ontario's second teacher training facility until its transformation into part of Ottawa City Hall in 1974.
The institution educated generations of teachers who shaped educational practices throughout Ontario and influenced the development of professional teaching standards.
The Heritage Building, located at 195 Elgin Street, maintains its exterior architectural elements while functioning as municipal government offices.
The structure incorporates varied architectural styles, including Gothic, Italianate, and Romanesque elements within a single educational building design.
Location: Ottawa
Inception: 1874
Address: 195 Elgin Street K2P K2P
GPS coordinates: 45.42000,-75.69090
Latest update: March 4, 2025 20:36
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