Michael Shepard House/York Cemetery

Explore the layers of early Toronto settler history at the Michael Shepard House, a sturdy 1859 brick farmhouse set within the grounds of York Cemetery. Built by the son of pioneering Loyalist farmer Joseph Shepard, this property sits on land that shaped the entire neighbourhood — and carries echoes of the Upper Canada Rebellion just beneath the surface. It's a grounding, low-key history walk that puts the city's deep roots in vivid perspective. Perfect for after work — drop in solo or bring a friend. No experience necessary.