The Springfield Farmhouse was built in 1840 by James A. Thomson, after receiving the land from his father Andrew who was the brother of the infamous David Thomson. The house has remained in its original location on Saint Andrew's Road, which is located just a few minutes walk outside Thomson Park. Although there have been many renovations to the Springfield Farmhouse, there have been many people eager to keep the house still standing and as close to its original condition as possible.

The Springfield Farmhouse was owned by the Thomson family until 1965. After this, Salvatore Arrigo attempted to purchase the house in 1966 and made numerous renovations to the house until it went back up for sale in 1973. The house has been thought to be demolished numerous times over the years, but with help from local residents and the Scarborough Historical Society, the Springfield Farmhouse is still standing in the same location today, is in terrific condition, and even occupied by residents at the moment.

After Andrew Thomson, David Thomson's brother purchased the land with the Farmhouse in 1902; the Springfield Farmhouse has been in the Thomson family since. Andrew's son, James A took over ownership of the house in 1839 and turned it into the Farmhouse that it is today. The Thomson family owned the Farmhouse until 1965. This building is known as the 'oldest brick dwelling in Scarborough', and has historical significance as it is one of the structures built by a Thomson family member that is still standing today. All of this information can be found on the plaque located in front of the house at the end of the driveway, and is stated by the Scarborough Historical Society.

Visitors can visit the house at any time and day they wish, although due to the fact that the house is currently owned and occupied by residents, there is no entrance into the house itself. Personally, I think it is still a very interesting historical building that everyone should go take a look at.

Toronto.com. (2009, May 06). HERITAGE: Historic Springfield House is a Scarborough gem. Retrieved from https://www.toronto.com/news-story/3613-heritage-historic-springfield-house-is-a-scarborough-gem/