Castle Kilbride" by Paul Knowles (1994) – Wilmot/Baden

Bring a piece of Waterloo Region’s grandest history home! 🇨🇦

If you’ve ever driven through Baden and marveled at the stunning Italianate tower of Castle Kilbride, or if you love the deep roots of Wilmot Township, this book is an absolute must-have for your coffee table or local history collection.

Published in 1994 by local author and journalist Paul Knowles, Castle Kilbride: The Jewel of Wilmot Township tells the fascinating story of flax industrialist James Livingston, the construction of his 1877 Victorian masterpiece, and the inspiring community rally that saved it from being lost forever.

Why Waterloo County residents will love this copy:

Deep Local Roots: Covers everything from the early history of Wilmot Township and the Village of Baden to the internal architectural marvels (like the world-class trompe l'œil wall paintings).

A Bit of Mystery: Includes a dedicated chapter on "The Ghosts of Castle Kilbride"! 

Beautiful Artwork: Features a stunning watercolor cover illustration by David B. Sapelak and classic local archival photographs inside.

Local Heritage: Printed right here in Kitchener, Ontario, with support from the Waterloo Regional Heritage Foundation.

Perfect for local history buffs, fans of Victorian architecture, antique collectors, or anyone proud to call Wilmot and the greater Waterloo Region home.

Condition: Excellent, clean vintage condition. Softcover.