From horse-and-buggy house calls to a cherished gathering place on Main Street, the property is being celebrated for preserving King’s past
Township of King, Ont. (March 24, 2026) — Famous for great food, drinks—and now its heritage—The Schomberg Pub & Patio, located at 226 Main Street, has been selected as the recipient of the 2025 King Township Heritage Award. Bailey Jackson, the pub's General Manager, accepted the award on behalf of property owner Nicole Stamcos who was honoured with a framed rendering of the heritage building by local artist Phyllis Vernon during yesterday’s Council Meeting.
Built circa 1880, the property—historically known as the Dr. Dillane House—is recognized for its strong connection to the history of the Village of Schomberg and its continued contribution to the Township’s cultural heritage. The property is celebrated for its distinctive and well-maintained Victorian-era architecture, including its decorative dichromatic brickwork, prominent front verandah and wooden detailing, and projecting bays, standing as a familiar and enduring feature of Schomberg’s historic village core.
The home was once owned by Dr. Morris Kinsey Dillane, a longtime physician who served Schomberg and the surrounding area for more than 50 years. A highly respected community figure, Dr. Dillane delivered thousands of babies and provided medical care throughout King Township at a time when physicians often travelled by horse and buggy to reach their patients.
In the mid-1970s, Dr. Dilliane's home was purchased by the Andrews Family, who operated it as a bakery called L’Haricot Vert until a gas explosion in 1989. Rebuilding included a tearoom and specifications for a liquor licence. In 1994, Dr. Dillane’s Pub & Patio opened and operated until 2011, when the name changed to The Schomberg Pub & Patio.
The property at 226 Main Street was selected for its continued preservation and its positive contribution to the historic streetscape. It stands as an example of how heritage buildings can be cared for and valued as part of the Township’s evolving built environment, while maintaining a strong connection to the past.
King Township Heritage Award
The King Township Heritage Award is presented annually by the King Township Heritage Advisory Committee and recognizes properties (buildings, structures, streetscapes) that demonstrate a strong commitment to the conservation and stewardship of the Township’s cultural heritage. This includes the thoughtful preservation, maintenance, restoration and/or enhancement of heritage buildings and their ongoing contribution to the character and identity of King Township’s villages and communities.
The Heritage Advisory Committee evaluates the nominees based on predetermined criteria, focusing on cultural heritage value and interest. They also assess the extent to which a property stands out due to the creativity used in its conservation and the evident commitment from current owners to maintaining or improving the building.
Nominations for the prestigious 2025 King Township Heritage Award were open July 7 to August 18, 2025. The schedule for the 2026 awards is still being confirmed and will be shared once nominations open.
For more information about the King Township Heritage Award, contact King’s Heritage Coordinator by email to heritage@king.ca, call 905-833-4067 or visit king.ca/heritage.
King’s Heritage StoryMap
Learn more about King’s heritage buildings. The Township has an online, interactive "Heritage StoryMap” available at king.ca/heritage that showcases all listed and designated heritage properties, sharing their history and significance. It explains the difference between listed properties—recognized for potential heritage value—and designated properties, which are legally protected under the Ontario Heritage Act.
Quote from Mayor Steve Pellegrini
“Council is pleased to present the 2025 King Township Heritage Award to the owner of The Schomberg Pub and Patio, recognizing the outstanding stewardship of one of Schomberg’s most recognizable historic properties. This landmark has been an important part of village life for generations—from its early days as the home of a longtime community physician to its continued role today as a welcoming gathering place on Main Street. The care shown in preserving this building’s Victorian character reflects a strong commitment to heritage conservation, and we congratulate the property owner for helping preserve King’s history for future generations.”
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