Looking northeast towards the corner of King St E and Princess St, in the Old Town, St Lawrence neighbourhood of Toronto.
Two of the oldest structures on the block are the three-storey red brick buildings at the corner. The building on the left at 254 King St E was constructed in two phases. The southern portion, known as both Stagg Inn and Noble’s Tavern, was built in 1847 for William Noble. Later, in 1891, the northern portion was added. On the adjacent right at 256 King St E, the building was constructed in 1890 for Charles Steinle, a provisions merchant who operated a pork packing company from the premises. Throughout the years, these buildings have housed a diverse array of businesses.
Today, significant portions of these heritage-designated structures will be preserved and integrated into the Grainger, a mixed-use development spanning 38 and 40 stories that will encompass an entire city block.
Then and Now
SOURCE
- City of Toronto Heritage Register: 256 King St E
- Photo: Denise Marie for TorontoJourney416
- Vintage Photo: City of Toronto Archives
- Toronto City Directory courtesy of Toronto Public Library
