From 17th-century colonial settlements to sleek glass skyscrapers, Canada's urban landscape tells a story as diverse and dynamic as the country itself. What architectural secrets lie in the heart of its most storied cities? It's time to journey north and discover how centuries of cultural convergence shaped Canada’s built environment.
Join New York Adventure Club for a three-part series exploring the architectural evolution and identity of Canada through a trio of its most influential and representative cities. In Part One: Montreal, we'll take a deep dive into the history, culture, and design influences that shaped the largest French-speaking city in the Americas.
Led by architectural historian David V. Griffin of Landmark Branding, this digital showcase featuring a selection of unique structures will include:
- The founding of Montreal during the era when Quebec was still a French colony
- A look at the city’s earliest surviving structures and the architectural development of the Vieux Port
- An exploration of Montreal’s distinctive townhouses, featuring their iconic cast-iron spiral staircases
- A discussion around the city's early skyscrapers and the American architectural trends that helped shape them
- An overview of Montreal’s Expo Era, and how it influenced the city's transformation into a modern metropolis
Afterward, we'll have a Q&A with David — any and all questions about these unique buildings are welcomed and encouraged!
Can't make it live? Don't worry, you'll have access to the full replay through one week after the entire series concludes!
See you there, virtually!
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****If the event has already passed, but it's been less than a week since the series finale, you can still register for it on our website's active replay section!
The Architecture of Canada Series
Part 1: Montreal (Wednesday, May 14)
Part 1: Toronto (Wednesday, May 21)
Part 1: Vancouver (Wednesday, May 28)
About David Griffin
A seasoned public speaker and tireless professional strategist, Griffin’s nearly 25 years’ experience in publicity, programming, writing and research is matched by his encyclopedic knowledge of real estate, architecture and design. His clients include developers, brokers and marketing companies as well as architects and design firms.
Griffin is Special Consultant to and a regularly appearing featured guest on the soon-to-be relaunched podcast Rediscovering New York, hosted by Jeff Goodman of Brown Stevens Harris; Griffin’s writing has appeared in Real Estate Weekly, Metropolis, Dwell and the National Trust’s Preservation Magazine and he is a featured contributor to Brownstoner. He is currently at work on several fiction and non-fiction projects.
Griffin graduated from Vassar College with a double major in English & Art History and has recently celebrated his 25th anniversary as the President Emeritus of the Vassar College Croquet Club. He has also served on the Events Committees for the Vassar Club of New York, the historic Montauk Club in Park Slope and the Young Patrons of The American Friends of the Louvre.
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