This two-storey wood frame residence on Scott Street in Winnipeg was built in 1887 for engineer Horatio F. Forrest. It was later occupied by his son, banker Horatio F. Forrest. The building was demolished between 2016 and 2017.
The former Forrest House (March 2014)
Source: City of Winnipeg
The former Forrest House (March 2014)
Source: City of WinnipegSite Coordinates (lat/long): N49.87949, W97.14096
denoted by symbol on the map above
See also:
Memorable Manitobans: Horatio Frederick Forrest (1839-1915)
Memorable Manitobans: Horatio Frederick Forrest (1868-1923)
Horatio F. Forrest House “The Oaks,” 120 Scott Street, City of Winnipeg Historical Buildings Committee, May 2006.
We thank Murray Peterson for providing additional information used here.
This page was prepared by Gordon Goldsborough.
Page revised: 28 March 2020
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