Initial stabilization measures were carried out in 1973 and 1986. However, it became evident over the years that more significant intervention was required to preserve this landmark.
- structural stabilization of the gable walls using vertical prestressing rods
- pointing of all interior wall surfaces
- capping of window sills and interior foundation walls.
Since 1994 the Friends of the St Raphael’s Ruins, Inc. have raised over $740,000 locally and have spent $670,000 towards the fulfilment of our restoration engineering plan. This includes a fully documented structural appraisal by Keller Engineering of Ottawa as well as the installation of iron gates and raking and repointing of much of the interior walls using approved conservation materials and techniques.
The amount required for the completion of the plan was $480,000. This fund brought the stabilisation of the structure to a state that will only require regular custodial attention from this time on.
The Friends of The Ruins
19998 County Rd 18,
Williamstown, ON K0C 2J0
Hours of Operation
The Ruins are open seven days a week
9:00 am to 5:00 pm