Markham Register of Property of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest

Address: 12 BUTTONVILLE CRES W Original Address: Property Legal Description: CON 3 PT LOT 14 RS 65R32527 PT 1 Historical Name: William Morrison House/The Cobbler's Cottage (1840-1849) Heritage Conservation District: Buttonville Ward: 2 Year Built: 1848 Architect Style: Georgian Tradition Heritage Status of Property: Part IV (Individual) Designation Bylaw: 2001-150 Heritage Easement Agreement: Yes         History Description The William Morrison House, built in c.1840, is among the oldest surviving residences in the hamlet of Buttonville. A farmer by the 1851 Census record, William Morrison was also the first village postmaster. He is believed to have been an associate of the Hon. Robert Baldwin, known as the father of Responsible Government of Upper Canada. Along with John Button, Baldwin laid out a plan for a hamlet to be called "Millbrook" (later renamed Buttonville). Morrison purchased the property from Baldwin in 1852 where he lived with his wife and seven children until 1859. Architecturally, the William Morrison House is significant as a rare example of early industrial (mill-workers) housing. An unusual feature is its unique alignment at the north-east corner of the lot.   Contemporary Photograph Heritage Photograph         Key Map Please note that the yellow polygon symbol is not indicative of the actual heritage area and is only meant to highlight the property the heritage building(s) is located at. For a complete description of the actual heritage property please refer to the Designation Bylaw found above.

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