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What are the approximate borders of Kensington Market?
What are the approximate borders of Kensington Market?
- Bloor St. on the north, University Ave. on the east, Queen St. W. to the south, and Dufferin St. to the west
- College St. on the north, Spadina Ave. on the east, Dundas St. W. to the south, and Bathurst St. to the west (correct)
- King St. on the north, Bay St. on the east, Front St. W. to the south, and Spadina Ave. to the west
- Queen St. on the north, Yonge St. on the east, Dundas St. W. to the south, and Ossington Ave. to the west
When was Kensington Market designated a National Historic Site of Canada?
When was Kensington Market designated a National Historic Site of Canada?
- August 2008
- November 2006 (correct)
- June 2004
- March 2010
Which street is NOT one of the locations where most of the neighbourhood's eclectic shops, cafes, and other attractions are located?
Which street is NOT one of the locations where most of the neighbourhood's eclectic shops, cafes, and other attractions are located?
- Nassau St.
- Augusta Ave.
- Yonge St. (correct)
- Baldwin St.
What historical event did George Taylor Denison serve in before the text was cut off?
What historical event did George Taylor Denison serve in before the text was cut off?
Who described Kensington Market as 'as much a legend as a district'?
Who described Kensington Market as 'as much a legend as a district'?
What are the approximate borders of Kensington Market?
What are the approximate borders of Kensington Market?
What did Robert Fulford say about Kensington Market?
What did Robert Fulford say about Kensington Market?
What was Kensington Market designated as in November 2006?
What was Kensington Market designated as in November 2006?
Where are most of the neighbourhood's eclectic shops, cafes, and other attractions located?
Where are most of the neighbourhood's eclectic shops, cafes, and other attractions located?
What historical figure is associated with Kensington Market?
What historical figure is associated with Kensington Market?
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Borders of Kensington Market
- Kensington Market's approximate borders are College Street to the north, Spadina Avenue to the east, Dundas Street to the south, and Bathurst Street to the west.
History and Designations
- Kensington Market was designated a National Historic Site of Canada in 2006.
- In November 2006, Kensington Market was designated as a National Historic Site.
Characteristics of Kensington Market
- Most of the neighbourhood's eclectic shops, cafes, and other attractions are located on Pedestrian Sundays, along Nassau Street, Oxford Street, and Bellevue Square Park.
- Augusta Avenue is one of the main locations where most of the neighbourhood's eclectic shops, cafes, and other attractions are located.
Historical Figures
- George Taylor Denison served in the Upper Canada Rebellion before the text was cut off.
- George Taylor Denison is a historical figure associated with Kensington Market.
Quotes and Descriptions
- Robert Fulford described Kensington Market as having a "balance of crumbling richness and bustling cheer".
- Herbert Spencer once described Kensington Market as "as much a legend as a district".
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