Doors Open Waterloo 2019 features 43 sites has Water as the theme

(News Release)

WATERLOO REGION --Water is the theme of Doors Open Waterloo Region 2019 on Saturday, September 2 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

There are 43 participating sites. Visit first-time sites and past favourites for their architecture, their heritage, or the interesting things going on. Some have all three!

WATER – Water is life. Water is local. Water circles the globe – a single, closed cycle. It is fundamental. Our past, our present, our future.

At 16 themed sites, explore the ways that water is at the centre of our lives. Indigenous water teachings, water treatment and distribution, watershed conservation and management, water research and science, natural areas and recreation, rivers, wastewater, flooding and floodplains, water efficiency in buildings, waterpower, bridges … all will be included in this year’s Doors Open Waterloo Region. Take in water-themed talks, walks, displays and activities.

Ayr Wastewater Treatment Plant

Water-themed talks, walks, displays and activities will help you get your feet wet (sorry – we just had to say it). Look for this symbol in the site listings.

On the third Saturday of every September you're invited to tour noteworthy buildings, interesting places and heritage sites in Waterloo Region, many of which are not regularly open to the public. Admission is free! 

Since 2003, more than 300 sites in Waterloo Region have opened their doors to more than 150,000 visits during Doors Open.

Doors Open Waterloo Region 2019

One day plus 43 fascinating locations plus FREE admission = Doors Open!

Visit first-time sites and past favourites, for their architecture, their heritage, or the interesting things going on.

Water

Water is life. Water is local. Water circles the globe, a single, closed cycle. It is fundamental. Our past, our present, our future.

This year two very special events are planned for Doors Open Waterloo Region. Start the day off by observing a traditional Anishnaabe Water Ceremony, or sign up for an invitation to a secret “pop-up” concert presented by good company productions and hosted at one of the Doors Open participating sites throughout the day.

Details and etiquette for the Water Ceremony or how to sign up to attend the secret  pop-up concert can be found at the Special events link below.

Participating sites, listings and maps

Visit our event page at the Doors Open Ontario website where you can browse short descriptions, photos and maps for each Doors Open Waterloo Region 2019 participating site.

Click individual map points on this illustrated Story Map to see detailed 2019 site information available for the event, including special tours, talks and other activities taking place at participating sites.

Download our full-size Doors Open 2019 map and guide, produced in partnership with the Waterloo Region Record. Printed copies are available around the region (libraries, community centres and museums) for a limited time. Visit Doors Open Engagewr for a complete list.

From:

Doors Open Coordinators
150 Frederick Street, 8/F
Kitchener, ON N2G 4J3

Telephone: 519-747-5139
Deaf and Hard of Hearing (TTY) : 519-575-4608
email to Doors Open Coordinators

Visit our website for detailed listings, feedback and more.

https://www.doorsopenontario.on.ca/waterloo-region

Additional details:

 DOORS OPEN WATERLOO REGION ANNOUNCES 2019 THEME: Water

Waterloo Region – Forty-three sites, many of which are not regularly open to the public, will participate in the 17th annual Doors Open Waterloo Region (DOWR) on Saturday, September 21, 2019.

Hundreds of sites, thousands of volunteers, and thousands upon thousands of visitors have made Doors Open Waterloo Region a success since 2003. DOWR 2019 sites include both first-time participants and back-by-popular-demand favourites, selected for their architecture, heritage, technology, or for the interesting things going on inside. Some sites have all four!

Most sites are open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., but several have shortened hours, so visitors should carefully read the individual listings in the map/guide or on the Doors Open Waterloo Region website.

Admission is free.

Doors Open Waterloo Region 2019 theme: WATER

Water theme sites list & theme site digital press kit (including photos & site descriptions)

Water is life. Water is local. Water circles the globe, a single closed cycle. It is fundamental. Our past, our present, our future. At 13 theme sites, explore the ways water is at the centre of our lives. Indigenous water teachings, water treatment and distribution, watershed conservation and management, water research and science, natural areas and recreation, rivers, waste water, flooding and floodplains, water efficiency in buildings, waterpower, bridges…all will be included in this year’s Doors Open. Water-themed talks, walks, displays, and activities will help you get your feet wet (sorry – we just had to say it)!

Where can I find out more information about the Doors Open Waterloo Region event?

 Download a digital map & guide at the Doors Open website or pick up a paper copy at libraries, museums, community centres and tourism offices across Waterloo Region until September 21

Doors Open Waterloo Region Social media feeds:

Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/DoorsOpenWR/

FB 2019 Event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/2245036295826599/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doorsopenwr/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/DoorsOpenWR

Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/free-architecture-heritage-and-tech-open-house-event-tickets-28459851181

Flickr: https://www.flickr.com/groups/dowr/

For more information about Doors Open Waterloo Region www.regionofwaterloo.ca/doorsopen,

519-747-5139, doorsopen@regionofwaterloo.ca

Doors Open Waterloo Region 2019 is presented by the Region of Waterloo, and generously supported by Waterloo Region Record, Ontario Heritage Trust/Doors Open Ontario, Good Company Productions, Cities of Cambridge, Kitchener and Waterloo, the Townships of North Dumfries and Woolwich Township, and the Architecture Conservancy of Ontario ACO – North Waterloo Branch.

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doorsopen@regionofwaterloo.