Brick Street Cemetery

370 Commissioners Road West,
Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

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Category: Returning Site   

Description

This Ontario Heritage Site served the earliest pioneer families of Westminster Township and is one of the oldest cemeteries in the area. Begun in 1813, its oldest remaining stones date back to 1819. At least a dozen participants of the War of 1812 are buried here, including Phoebe McNames, the heroine of the Battle of Hungerford (Reservoir) Hill in 1813. Other familiar names are Griffith, Norton, Teeple, Dale and Topping.

DO London Experience

Brick Street Cemetery has recently undergone considerable improvements as historic stones have been repaired and straightened. New engraved "info-bricks" have been installed to highlight the significance of certain individuals buried here. Visitors may enjoy a pleasant stroll at their leisure or take advantage of the Friends of Brick Street Cemetery who will be on hand to answer any questions. A scavenger hunt for children will help young historians discover the early history of our area. A new heritage display will highlight not only the cemetery and its connection with the War of 1812, but also historic Brick Street Methodist Church, Brick Street School and Brick Street as a manufacturing area.

Photography: Exterior - Photography, Filming & Tripod Permitted