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      History:

      Schomberg was originally called Brownsville, named after the Brown family who settled here in the 1830s. The Brown’s were a collective of four brothers who travelled here from Pennsylvania. The brothers were responsible for establishing the first mill in the area as well as the first bank. In The History of Toronto and the County of York, Ontario Brownsville was described as occupying a location on the west branch of the Holland River. In 1851 Brownsville had 135 inhabitants as well as a grist mill, saw mill, a tannery, a two room schoolhouse and a church that welcomed all faiths.

      Schomberg grew to be a prosperous agricultural community. In 1862 when the local post office opened the Brownsville name was changed to Schomberg as coincidentally there was already a Brownsville post office in York County. According to the King Township website the name Schomberg was chosen to commemorate the Duke of Schomberg. The Schomberg and Aurora railway which operated from 1902 until 1927 brought even greater prosperity to Schomberg. Through the decades Schomberg has continued to grow but at a modest pace that has preserved its quiet country charm.

      Overview:

      Schomberg is a historic community located in the north west part of King Township surrounded by countryside. This quaint village is centred around Highway 27 and Highway 9. Old Schomberg Village is situated at Main Street and Doctor Kay Drive. Schomberg Village features a fine collection of heritage homes and an old fashioned Main Street shopping and dining area. The focal point of the old village is the Schomberg Feed Mill built in 1884 which has been repurposed and now contains an art gallery, a cafe and a popular restaurant. Schomberg has grown tremendously in recent years. Both old and new residents gather each year at the Schomberg Agricultural Fair Grounds which host the popular Schomberg Fair held the second last weekend in May. The Schomberg Fair has been operating since 1850 and is the largest event in King Township. Main Street Christmas is another popular annual event held in the village. Schomberg has a public school, a catholic school, a library, numerous sports clubs, places of worship and a strong sense of community. Schomberg’s roots are in farming. The community has embraced its past with the creation of the Schomberg Community Farm a cooperative venture among neighbours who want to experience the farming life without actually having to own a farm.

      Lifestyle:

      The community hub for shopping is along Main Street in Old Schomberg Village. This shopping area is anchored by the landmark Schomberg Feed Mill, circa 1884. This colourful building sets the tone for the street and features a cafe a popular restaurant and pub, art gallery and antiques. The heritage buildings along the winding Main Street contain curio shops, general stores, bake shops, coffee shops, neighbourhood services, cafes and pubs.

      Along Highway 27 you will find some small shopping plazas together with fast food franchises, a beer and liquor store, bank, pharmacy and a grocery store.

      Homes:

      Old Schomberg Village situated around Main Street has a fine collection of heritage homes that date back to the late 1800s and early 1900s. The old downtown core is surrounded by pockets of newer home subdivisions some of which were constructed in the late 1900s and others have just recently been developed.

      Recreation:

      The recreational hub of this community is off Western Avenue north of Doctor Kay Drive and west off Main Street. This is where you will find the Schomberg Agricultural Fair Grounds, as well as the Schomberg Community and Agricultural Arena, the Schomberg Community Farm, and Osin Lions Park. There is a beehive of activity going on here especially during the Schomberg Fair.

      Tristan Centre located at 25 Dillane Drive is a modern facility that contains an ice pad a curling rink, a walking/running track, fitness room and multi-purpose community rooms.

      Arts:

      Arts Society King hosts The Schomberg Street Gallery every September in the Old Village of Schomberg on the Main Street. This is an outdoor, juried exhibition and sale featuring unique works of art spotlighting local artists. Main Street is closed to traffic on this day. Tents are set up for the artists to display their works and the shops and cafes on Main Street are open creating a festival like atmosphere.

      The Main Street Christmas Craft Show is another popular annual event featuring local artisans with one of a kind curio gifts. You can also get scented candles, custom jewellery, accessories, preserves and chocolates.

          Schomberg Stats

          Walkability:

          Medium

          Bikeability:

          High

          Public Transit:

          Medium

          Affordability:

          Medium

          Greenspace:

          High

          Recreation:

          High

           

          Legend: Low, Medium, High

          Commute Times

          Time to Closest Shopping Mall:
          15 Minutes
          Time to GO Bus or Train Station:
          20 Minutes
          Time To Hospital:
          20 Minutes
          Time to Toronto Pearson International Airport
          55 Minutes
          Time to Closest Highway:
          10 Minutes

          * All commuting times provided are approximate times only. Commute times may increase or decrease depending on where you live within the neighbourhood and the time of day i.e rush hour versus off hour commutes. Time estimates to public transit are based on walking distance or bus line connection whichever is quicker. All other commute times on the chart above are based on drive times.