Marr Residence
The Marr Residence is more than Saskatoon’s oldest building still standing on its original site, it’s one of the places where the story of the city truly began.
Built in 1884 for stonemason Alexander “Sandy” Marr and his family, this beautifully restored National Historic Site offers a rare glimpse into pioneer life on the Prairies. Just one year after it was built, the house became a field hospital during the 1885 North-West Resistance, caring for wounded soldiers following the Battle of Fish Creek.
Today, visitors can step inside one of Saskatoon’s earliest homes and explore stories of resilience, settlement, survival, and community-building that helped shape the city we know today.
History Highlights
Built in 1884, one of Saskatoon’s oldest surviving buildings
Oldest building in Saskatoon still on its original foundation
Served as a field hospital during the 1885 North-West Resistance
One of the first places in Canada associated with the use of the Red Cross symbol in military medical care
Designated a National Historic Site of Canada
How to visit?
The Marr Residence hosts special events, tours, exhibits, and community programming throughout the year. Tours can be available by request with advance notice. Tours and Events admission is by donation.
For tour inquiries, event information, and seasonal programming, email us at [email protected], visit our website, or follow along on Facebook and Instagram.
Built in 1884 for stonemason Alexander “Sandy” Marr and his family, this beautifully restored National Historic Site offers a rare glimpse into pioneer life on the Prairies. Just one year after it was built, the house became a field hospital during the 1885 North-West Resistance, caring for wounded soldiers following the Battle of Fish Creek.
Today, visitors can step inside one of Saskatoon’s earliest homes and explore stories of resilience, settlement, survival, and community-building that helped shape the city we know today.
History Highlights
Built in 1884, one of Saskatoon’s oldest surviving buildings
Oldest building in Saskatoon still on its original foundation
Served as a field hospital during the 1885 North-West Resistance
One of the first places in Canada associated with the use of the Red Cross symbol in military medical care
Designated a National Historic Site of Canada
How to visit?
The Marr Residence hosts special events, tours, exhibits, and community programming throughout the year. Tours can be available by request with advance notice. Tours and Events admission is by donation.
For tour inquiries, event information, and seasonal programming, email us at [email protected], visit our website, or follow along on Facebook and Instagram.
