Historical Homes and Buildings - as one of the earliest communities in the
province and the capital of the North West Territories from 1876 to 1883, we are
fortunate to have many designated heritage sites. Many of these structures still
play a vital role in the community as homes, businesses, or service centers. A
"Walking Tour" brochure is available.
Town Hall Located at 91-24th Street West in Battleford,
the Town Hall was built in 1912 for $40,000. It also contained an opera house
upstairs. Interior was damaged by fire in 1965. Still used for Town Office and
Council Chambers.
Land Titles Land Titles building was erected in 1907
and located at 291-23rd Street West in Battleford. The building is considered
one of the finest examples of classic architecture in the West. It was joined to
the Court House in 1982 and is now used as a law library.
Court House Located at 291-23rd Street W. in
Battleford. It was built in 1908-09 and is considered to be the oldest operating
Court House in Saskatchewan.
Prince House Located at 102-27th Street West in
Battleford, this stone-trimmed, 5,000 square-foot red brick house was built in
1912 for Senator Benjamin Prince. It is currently a renovated Bed and Breakfast.
Cunningham House Located at 112-28th Street West in
Battleford, it was built in 1909. Distinctive multi-leveled tower topped by a
witch’s cap. Extensive grounds. Now the home of Mark & Debbie Miller.
Battleford Post Office Located at 19-22 Street West in
Battleford, it was built in 1911 for $40,000. The clock was installed in 1914.
Underwent major restoration in the mid 1980s. Second oldest continuously used
Post Office in Canada.
Burlingham House Located at 42-25th Street West in
Battleford, it was built for Hallie Clifton Burlingham, businessman/deputy
sheriff. Home for 30 years of Campbell Innes, Principal of Battleford Collegiate
Institute, and first curator of Fort Battleford National Historic Park. It is
currently a private residence.
