A Field Guide to Tactical Heritage Urbanism Volume 1: October 2016 | Page 111

ALLAN GARDENS CONSERVATORY Location: Toronto, Ontario Established under the Ontario Heritage Act by George Allan, the Palm House (1910) shelters an extensive collection of botanical gardens becoming one of Toronto’s tourist attraction. Originally developed as a garden, frequent reconstruction of the conservatory continued on the historic roots of gathering people through horticulture and art. The conservatory includes over 16, 000 square feet of garden grounds supported by various activities and shows that strengthen cultural diversity and cohesion, while sharing the cultural landscape of the gardens. Through increased tourist attendance, the economic and environmental viability in downtown Toronto is maintained. Precedent Notes for Your Context: Scalable? Executable? Obstacles? 111