History of Mackin House
Mackin House is one of the last remaining Fraser Mill homes. Located on the corner of Brunette Avenue and Marmont Street, Mackin House has been a landmark and monument in the community since it was built in 1909. It continues to be an enduring symbol of Coquitlam’s rich history.
1909
Ryan House (now the Place des Arts building) and Mackin House were reserved for the company’s first and second in command, respectively. Due to their location and prestige, the houses were known as the “Mansions on the Hill”.
Mackin House’s first occupant was the General Sales Manager, Henry James Mackin. Henry Mackin, his wife and two young daughters moved into the house in 1909.
1914
After Henry Mackin was promoted to Mill Manager and moved to Ryan House, Tom Ryan had moved into the Mackin House as General Mill Superintendent for 17 years.
His son, Maurice Ryan, then moved into the house as Superintendent until 1944.
1944
Henry Mackin’s son, Wilson, moved into the house as a company employee. Wilson made major renovations, adding the southern wing to the home.
1951
Wilson Mackin left the home. The new Mill Manager, Mac Ewart, moved into the house as its last Fraser Mills Company resident.
1953
The Crown-Zellerbach Company bought the house. The house was then rented to various residents until 1980.
1980
The house was bought by the District of Coquitlam. It mainly served a variety of philanthropic and administrative purposes until 1999.
1999
Mackin House opened as a heritage house museum by the Coquitlam Heritage Society.