Guild Park and Gardens

Guild Park and Gardens is a large park in Scarborough featuring preserved architectural elements, sculptures, and gardens along the waterfront. The grounds combine green spaces with historic fragments and offer pathways through varied landscapes.

The site began as a private estate but was transformed in 1932 by Rosa Hewetson into an artist residence and school. This shift made it a gathering place for creative people and eventually opened it to the public.

Performance spaces built from salvaged elements of demolished Toronto buildings draw arts festivals and gatherings to the grounds. These venues connect local artists and visitors through events that celebrate the city's architectural past.

The park has multiple entry points and a network of level pathways suited to different abilities. Visitors should wear appropriate footwear since the grounds include sections overlooking the waterfront bluffs.

More than 60 architectural fragments from demolished Toronto buildings are scattered across the grounds, creating an outdoor museum. These remnants tell the story of the city's urban development and reveal which structures once shaped the skyline.