The Leaskdale Manse in Uxbridge, where Lucy Maud Montgomery lived for fifteen years (1911-26) after marring Rev. Ewan MacDonald and where she wrote 11 of her 22 novels, has been deemed a national historical site. This is one of many happenings taking place this year in lieu of the 100th anniversary of the publication of Anne of Green Gables.
Built in 1886, the Manse is currently owned by the Township of Uxbridge, who are in the process of restoring it to its former glory. Its designation as a national historic site was cemented by Bev Oda, federal Minister of International Co-operation, this past Saturday with a plaque.
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