Erb-Kumpf House, Waterloo

#14 among attractions in Waterloo

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The Erb-Kumpf House is a two-storey house located on 172 King Street South in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. The oldest portion of the house was constructed circa 1812 by Abraham Erb, the founder of Waterloo, likely making it the oldest home or one of the oldest homes in the city. In 1979, the Erb-Kumpf House was designated as a heritage home under the Ontario Heritage Act by the City of Waterloo. ()

Coordinates: 43°27'40"N, 80°31'11"W

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Uptown WaterlooWaterloo Canada

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Erb-Kumpf House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery, Waterloo Park, Victoria Park, Quantum Nano Quad.

0.4 miNW
Museum, Art gallery
Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery, Waterloo
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Waterloo, Ontario, the Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery stands as a beacon of contemporary art, dedicated to exhibiting and collecting ceramic, glass, enamel, and stained glass works. This specialized art gallery is a treasure trove for art...
0.8 miNW
Park
Waterloo Park, Waterloo
20 min walk • Waterloo Park, known as the "jewel of the city," is a verdant oasis nestled in the heart of Waterloo, Ontario. This expansive city park is a haven for both residents and tourists looking for a place to relax, play, and explore amidst nature's beauty.
1.5 miSE
Park
Victoria Park, Kitchener
38 min walk • Victoria Park is the oldest park in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, situated downtown. It is the site of numerous events and festivities.
1.4 miNW
Square
Quantum Nano Quad, Waterloo
36 min walk • Mike & Ophelia Lazaridis Quantum-Nano Centre is a research and development laboratory for quantum information science and nanotechnology at the University of Waterloo in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada.
0.9 miNW
Seminary
Waterloo Lutheran Seminary, Waterloo
23 min walk • Martin Luther University College, formerly Waterloo Lutheran Seminary, is a seminary of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada federated with the nondenominational Wilfrid Laurier University, located in Waterloo, Ontario.
0.5 miNW
Brewery, Cafe
Huether Hotel, Waterloo
12 min walk • The Huether Hotel is an historic building in Waterloo, Ontario. Originally built in 1855, renovations beginning in the 1870s established the building in the High Victorian style. Starting as a hotel and home for the Lion Brewery, the building today houses a café, restaurant and pub with the brewery now located next door.
~1280 ftNW
Square
Waterloo Public Square, Waterloo
7 min walk • Waterloo Public Square is a stop on the Region of Waterloo's Ion rapid transit system. It is located on the Waterloo Spur rail line in Waterloo, between Willis Way and Erb Street at King Street, and at the north end of its namesake, the Waterloo Public Square.
~1280 ftN
43°27'51"N • 80°31'17"W
Button Factory Arts, Waterloo
7 min walk • Museum
0.4 miNW
Library
Waterloo Public Library, Waterloo
11 min walk • The Waterloo Public Library is the public library system for Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. Founded in 1888, the library has three branches as of February 2021, with another under construction.
1.2 miNW
Universities and schools
University of Waterloo, Waterloo
30 min walk • The University of Waterloo is a public research university with a main campus in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. The main campus is on 404 hectares of land adjacent to "Uptown" Waterloo and Waterloo Park.
0.8 miNW
Sport, Sport venue
University Stadium, Waterloo
22 min walk • University Stadium, also known as Knight–Newbrough Field and formerly known as Seagram Stadium, is a football stadium in Waterloo, Ontario with a capacity of 6,000. It is home to the Wilfrid Laurier Golden Hawks football, rugby, and lacrosse teams.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Erb-Kumpf House?

Nearby attractions include Button Factory Arts, Waterloo (7 min walk), Waterloo Public Square, Waterloo (7 min walk), Waterloo Public Library, Waterloo (11 min walk), Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery, Waterloo (11 min walk).

How to get to Erb-Kumpf House by public transport?

The nearest stations to Erb-Kumpf House:

Light rail

Allen • Lines: 301 (3 min walk)
Willis Way • Lines: 301 (6 min walk)

Bus

King / Waterloo Public Square • Lines: 5, 7 (7 min walk)
Union / Mary • Lines: 4 (7 min walk)