WP#1 - N 45° 23.366 W 75° 40.339
Billings Estate National Historic Site
Billings Estate was constructed between 1827-1829 by the first settler in Gloucester, Braddish Billings, and became the home for the following four generations of the Billings family. Visitors to the oldest wood framed house in Ottawa will be given the opportunity to tour from the basement to the attic and encouraged to observe architectural details and learn about the use of natural resources in its construction.
18AB = the date that Braddish Billings died
WP#2 - N 45° 23.753 W 75° 40.968
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
The Royal College is housed in a former monastery overlooking the Rideau Canal. The classically inspired building is a major architectural landmark for local traffic and its distinct belfry inspires curiosity in tourists visiting the capital city. The five-story structure was designed by Canadian-born architect Alphonse Contant. Like other religious houses across Canada, it is organized around a central axis with wings housing various functions. The exterior is pale yellow brick with simple architectural details, including the tall central belfry, visible several blocks away.
H C696D = the number on yellow tag on the fire hydrant at WP#2.
WP#3 - N 45° 23.743 W 75° 41.076
Southminster United Church
Two congregations in Ottawa South, Methodist and Presbyterian, united to build Southminster United Church in 1931 on the site of the former Methodist Church. Designed by renowned Ottawa architect, J. Albert Ewart in the English Gothic Revival style, this landmark building along Bank Street overlooks the Rideau Canal. The walls were built using Nepean sandstone and the roof was made of slate. The interior sanctuary has a high vaulted ceiling and a Casavant organ.
xxxE = the number on plaque to the right of the door.
Note: There has been some confusion with this clue. There are two different doors and two plaques. The date you want is NOT 19 June 1914
WP#4 - N 45° 23.416 W 75° 41.003
The Hospice at May Court
The Hospice at May Court is a community-based charity that provides palliative and end-of-life care for those facing a life-threatening illness and support for their families at no cost. Serene gardens, a lovely riverfront vista, resource library, bountiful artwork by local artists, sunny sitting rooms, and the homelike environment make the hospice a very special place. The hospice programs serve more than 600 individuals each year. The building is hared with their major supporter, The May Court Club of Ottawa.
X 38F29 = the number on the hydro pole at WP#4
The cache is hidden at N 45 23.BEC W 75 41.DFB
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