Doors Open Richmond Hill

Richmond Hill Doors Open is Back for 2023!

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This year we’re celebrating Richmond Hill’s 150^th anniversary!

May 13, 2023 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Doors Open Richmond Hill is an event that supports cultural sites in the community to open their doors to everyone. This free event is part of Doors Open Ontario, launched in 2002 by the Ontario Heritage Trust.

This year is a reason to celebrate! We are offering Doors Open Richmond Hill for the first time in three years and we are celebrating Richmond Hill’s 150^th birthday! Let’s reunite, reconnect and celebrate all that makes us proud to call Richmond Hill home.

Apply to be a site at Doors Open by Monday, March 20

Site Application

Site Criteria

If you are considering participating as a site for Doors Open Richmond Hill, please review the criteria listed below. Preference will be given to sites that meet the following:

Sites that are not usually open to the public or have areas not usually open to the public, but have some significant architectural features and/or have historical, social or cultural significance to the city
Sites that are open to the public, but have some significant architectural features and/or have historical, social, or cultural significance to the city (eg. churches, theatres, sports facilities)
Sites that can commit to opening their doors for May 23 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sites that are celebrating significant anniversaries
Sites recognized by heritage, urban design and/or architectural awards
Sites with significant original interior features and/or successful adaptive features
Sites that feature contemporary design excellence and/or innovative green/sustainable elements
Sites in destination clusters (several venues in one area)
Sites representing the cultural diversity of Richmond Hill
Sites that can provide enhanced or thematic programming and/or entertainment

When will Doors Open maps be available?

Once 2023 sites are confirmed, the map is prepared and information for the event will be available for April 1.

Can I volunteer for Doors Open Richmond Hill?

Yes. If you have not previously volunteered with the City of Richmond Hill, you will need to create a profile and attend an orientation. We will be posting volunteer positions for Doors Open in April. For more information, visit our volunteer web page.

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