Ontario Heritage Trust - George Brown House

Important numbers:
General information and reservations: 416-314-3585
Fax: 416-325-5071
Contacting guests or the host during an event: 416-314-3883
Fax: 416-314-3889

Delight in the details of George Brown House – an architectural labour of love. Crystal chandeliers, marble and ebony fireplaces, intricate flooring and mahogany panelling distinguish this carefully restored mansion.

Built in 1876 for Senator George Brown – a Father of Confederation and founder of The Globe newspaper – this house has four private rooms available to rent, all decorated in period style and complemented by modern amenities. Book them individually or in combination for added value.

This gracious and intimate setting – located steps from Toronto’s downtown business core – offers an unparalleled venue for the perfect corporate meeting or event.

Included in the room rental is a site host who can set out any meals ordered from one of our exclusive caterers while maintaining a beverage service, which will be replenished for the full duration of your meeting.

Beverage service: Maintained by the site host, coffee, tea, water, canned pop and juice will be replenished for the full duration of your meeting ($5.25 per person for ½ day, $7.50 per person for a full day).

Learn more about the history of this classic building – and about the famous man who lived here ...

Consult this chart for room rates at George Brown House. Additional services …

First floor

Morning Room and Drawing Room – The largest room in the house measures 42 feet x 18 feet (12.8 m x 5.5 m) and is graced by 13-foot (4-m) ceilings, bay windows, marble fireplaces and crystal chandeliers. This room is an elegant location for a business seminar or workshop for up to 50 guests.

Room configuration: This large room can be configured in a number of ways. We can accommodate up to 50 guests theatre-style, up to 24 guests at round tables or up to 18 guests at a U-shaped table.

Coulson Room – This mahogany-panelled room measures 26 feet x 18 feet (7.9 m x 5.5 m) and features stained glass light fixtures, an ebony fireplace, mahogany table and a walk-out to a small garden. Perfect as a boardroom for up to 14 guests.

Lower level

Nelson Room – This bright and cheerful room measures 26 feet x 18 feet (7.9 m x 5.5 m) and is decorated with pine flooring, wainscoting and charming botanical prints. Ideal for smaller meetings, this room can comfortably accommodate up to 14 guests.

Servant's Hall – The warm wood and deep colours of this room are reminiscent of a gentleman’s club. Groups of up to 8 can enjoy this 18-foot x 18-foot (5.5-m x 5.5-m) room. This room, an ideal break-out space, can be booked in combination with other spaces in the house.

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