Historic Duff-Baby House Reopens to the Public

The City of Windsor is pleased to announce the public reopening of the Duff-Baby House, featuring newly installed exhibits that highlight the site’s rich history and recent restoration. Visitors are invited to explore the site through free, self-guided tours, with interpretive content available via a mobile app or printed materials onsite.

The reopening marks an important milestone following restoration work and reflects a collaborative partnership between the City of Windsor, the Ontario Heritage Trust, and Les Amis Duff-Bâby.

Opening Day and Free Public Tours

Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026
Time: 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location: Duff-Baby House, 221 Mill Street, Sandwich Town

Additional public tour dates have been scheduled throughout 2026.

The Duff-Baby House

The Duff-Baby House was built in 1798 and is named for its first two owners, Alexander Duff and James Baby. It is recognized among the most significant late eighteenth-century landmarks in Upper Canada. Les Amis Duff-Bâby, a local volunteer group, works with Museum Windsor to provide access to the centre, the house, and the site.

Museum staff utilize this facility for public tours, community outreach programs, local heritage meetings, and other Sandwich Town community activities.

Residents and visitors are encouraged to experience this nationally significant heritage property and learn more about its role in the early history of Windsor and the Sandwich Town area.