The Legge Homestead
The Legge Homestead is a wooden, two-and-one-half storey house in Cartyville, NL. Built circa 1905, it is a rare example of an early twentieth century farmhouse in the Bay St. George region and, indeed, in the entire province.
Since it’s designation as a Heritage Structure in April 2013, by the Heritage Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador, the Bay St. George South Historical Society has been committed to restoring and preserving The Legge Homestead (generously donated to the Historical Society by Eric Legge), as a historical site that will remember and honour the influence farming has had on our communities. Seen above with many repairs complete, including a new roof, driveway, and wooden exterior doors.
The Legge Homestead has been designated a Registered Heritage Structure by the Heritage Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador because of its historic, aesthetic, and cultural value. The designation is confined to the footprint of the building.
Since it’s designation as a Heritage Structure in April 2013, by the Heritage Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador, the Bay St. George South Historical Society has been committed to restoring and preserving The Legge Homestead (generously donated to the Historical Society by Eric Legge), as a historical site that will remember and honour the influence farming has had on our communities. Seen above with many repairs complete, including a new roof, driveway, and wooden exterior doors.
The Legge Homestead has been designated a Registered Heritage Structure by the Heritage Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador because of its historic, aesthetic, and cultural value. The designation is confined to the footprint of the building.
Now Open to the Public
Restoration continues, but the Legge Homestead is now open during the Summer season. Please see the Museum tab above for the latest information and hours.
Open House Summer 2019
On Sunday, August 11, 2019, we held an open house event for the community to see the progress on the Legge Homestead refurbishment project. Students dressed in period attire greeted guests as they toured the home.