Kleinburg United Church & Pierre Berton Heritage Centre
Restoration and conversion of the 1926 Kleinburg United Church into the award-winning Pierre Berton Heritage Centre, preserving historic features while creating a modern exhibit and event space.
Project Overview
The 1926 Klienburg United Church was carefully restored and converted into an event space with an exhibit to one of Canada’s most prolific and popular authors Pierre Berton. This project consisted of a complete interior demolition and restoration of the existing Church. Phase 1 of the project consisted of excavation & backfill, demolition, Masonry, Millwork, Insulation, Roofing, Metal & Aluminum doors. The exterior masonry, stained glass windows and interior wood panelling was maintained throughout the design and renovation process. Phase 2 consisted of installation of display cases, electrical work for showcases, Audio and Visual equipment. *UPDATE – JAN 2020* Dasd is excited to announce we’ve been awarded the Ontario Public Works Association’s, Public Works Project of the Year Award, under the Structures (less than $2 Million) for our work on the Pierre Berton centre.
Value:
2.75 MillionSchedule:
1 YearsScope:
Restoration
About the Client
The former Kleinburg United Church building that houses the Pierre Berton Heritage Centre was built in 1926 in the Gothic Revival style and renovated for public use in 2018. The interior and exterior design of the building maintains the historic character of the original building. A small exhibit that showcases Canadian history as told through the writings of Pierre Berton as well Pierre Berton’s life is located at the site for public viewing when the site is open during the summer.
