Les Amis Duff-Bâby

Built in 1798 for Scottish fur trader Alexander Duff, the Duff-Baby House tells the story of Canada's early history in microcosm. The house's orientation towards the river recalls early fur trade, transportation routes and settlement patterns. During the War of 1812, Shawnee Leader Tecumseh met with British allies in the dining room of this stately Georgian house; later General William Henry Harrison (who became President Harrison) made it the American headquarters in the latter part of the war. In the early 1830s, the house served as refuge for a man who had escaped slavery from Kentucky. For three quarters of the 20th century, it served as a private residence for Dr. Beasley, Sandwich's town physician, and his family. In 1979, the house was sold to the Ontario Heritage Trust. The experience comes to life with this app, offering: - Read comprehensive text about historical figures & artifacts - Listen to audio narrations bringing history to life - View additional media including historical images and documents