Urban Exploring looks beyond abandoned ruins at the many elements that create great urban places. We discover and share these places while encouraging community engagement and physical fitness.
Tag: Sandstone
Old School
Calgary has had success preserving prominent examples of its sandstone construction boom. This is achieved through the ongoing use and adaptive reuse of its historic schools. This construction era followed a fire in 1886 that destroyed much of the wood building stock. These schools anchor some of the oldest neighbourhoods. This makes them a great place to explore or start a hike of a historic community.
Sandstone City Legacy
Calgary’s sandstone construction boom began after a fire roared through town in the early morning of Nov. 7, 1886. This building era left a legacy of unique buildings renowned for their beauty and character. So many that Calgary acquired the nickname Sandstone City. Place your vote for which building is best.
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