Dundurn Castle is a massive early-19th-century estate in Hamilton, Ontario. At the time of its construction, it was a building that surpassed what was typically built in the colony. With its mix of Italianate and classical architectural styles, this building is now a local heritage site and a popular sightseeing attraction. This estate was built between 1834 to 1835, and the original architect was Robert Charles Wetherell. The building was initially constructed for Sir Allan Napier MacNab and his family. He was a lawyer and Premier of the United Canadas from 1854-1856. In the 1960s, the city of Hamilton bought the castle and restored it. The castle also became a National historic site in 1984. 

This estate is important as it is a well-maintained and surviving example of the 19th-century picturesque movement. This type of architecture and aesthetic was defined as the beauty portrayed in a picture. So, it was often aesthetically pleasing to the eye. People wanted to emulate the natural world and be surrounded by that picturesque environment. This is why this castle also has a large and beautiful garden. This castle emulates a type of architecture which was quite popular in England around the early-19th-century. This is also important as it reminds us of the changing views people had about not only architecture but art as well. This building reflects the wealthier population’s views and the public’s changing perspectives and interests.