Walker Road's surprising history

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Walker Road in Windsor, Ontario has a rich history tied to the city's industrial and urban development.
The Road is named after Hiram Walker, a prominent distillery baron who established the town of Walkerville in the 19th century east of Windsor. Walker deeded land to the Walkerville Land and Building Company in 1890, leading to the construction of many heritage buildings along Walker Road in 1893.
Walker Road became a hub for industries and businesses, servicing the Hiram Walker distillery, flour mill, and the burgeoning automotive sector. It was the birthplace of the Canadian auto industry, with the Ford Motor Company of Canada, Chrysler Canada and General Motors establishing plants on Walker-owned lands.
The road facilitated the growth of Walkerville, a "model town" designed by Hiram Walker with amenities like running water, paved streets, and streetcars. Walkerville eventually amalgamated with Windsor in 1935, despite residents' initial opposition.
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So, today, Walker Road is one of Windsor's busiest roads, with an average daily traffic of 32,000 vehicles at the CP Rail crossing. It serves as a major transportation corridor, connecting industries, businesses, and residential areas, while also providing access to the Windsor Airport and the Via Rail passenger terminal.
Several buildings along Walker Road are designated historic places, reflecting the area's rich architectural heritage and its role in Windsor's industrial and urban development.
Walker Road has evolved from its origins as a hub for Hiram Walker's enterprises to a vital transportation artery, witnessing the growth of Windsor, the automotive industry and the urban landscape.
Some notable landmarks and historical sites along Walker Road in Windsor's Walkerville neighborhood include; Willistead Manor - A 16th century Tudor-style manor commissioned by Edward Chandler Walker, son of Hiram Walker. Hiram Walker Distillery - The original distillery founded by Hiram Walker in 1858, which produced Canadian Club whisky. Walkerville Artists' Co-op - A gallery showcasing works by around 35 local artists, authors, and artisans at any given time. While this is far from an exhaustive list of historical sites along Walker Road, they highlight key landmarks in the Walkerville neighborhood tied to its long history.
We are coming up to the Highway#3 and Walker Road Intersection and the end of the drive.
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