Join us on Wednesday, May 1st from 9:00am - 4:00pm for our LOCAL HERITAGE EXCURSION DAY! Stops include City Hall, the Brantford Armouries, The Brantford Club, and the Local History Room at the Brantford Public Library. There will also be a ‘surprise location’ during the day. The fee is $40.00 + tax for BHS members,... Read more »
(approx. 90 minutes) Saturday, May 4; 10:30 AM starting at the corner of Catherine & Ball streets in Paris. This is a Jane’s Walk down a street in Paris that reveals history and architecture to suit the theme. Free for BHS Members, $10.00 for non-members. Call 519-752-2483 or email information@brantmuseums.ca to register
Come one, come all! Join us at Myrtleville House Museum for an all ages crafting club for knitters, crocheters, jewelry makers and more. Bring your own supplies, work on your craft, and enjoy light refreshments and conversation. No registration required! Two time slots available: 3:00 - 5:00pm and 7:00 - 9:00pm. (Feel free to... Read more »
(approx. 105 minutes) Saturday, May 11; 10:30 AM starting at the loop at the eastern end of Beach Road east of Lock’s Road Explore the reasons for the Grand River Navigation Co. and what remains of the Brantford Cut of the canal. Free for BHS Members, $10.00 for non-members. Call 519-752-2483 or email information@brantmuseums.ca... Read more »
Join us at the Brant Museum and Archives for the launch of our latest exhibit: Photographers of Brantford! The museum will be open from 1:30 - 4:00pm, with the official opening taking place at 2:00pm. Admission is by donation. Any questions can be directed to 519-752-2483 or information@brantmuseums.ca
(approx. 90 minutes) Saturday, May 18; 10:30 AM starting at the parking lot for Farringdon Church Explore the heritage of some of this city’s most prominent individuals and learn about their accomplishments. Free for BHS Members, $10.00 for non-members. Call 519-752-2483 or email information@brantmuseums.ca to register
The Brant Museum & Archives and Myrtleville House Museum are CLOSED today (May 20). Enjoy the long weekend!
Our last presenter for the 2023/24 Speakers Series Season is Tracy Cain, a local historian and musician. She will be discussing "Black History of Brantford". The presentation begins at 7:00pm on Wednesday, May 22 at the Brant Museum and Archives. Registration is required! Call 519-752-2483 or email information@brantmuseums.ca to reserve your seat.
A tour of the SUPERIOR COURTHOUSE on Wellington St. is scheduled for Friday, May 24 starting at 4:00pm. Registration is required, call 519-752-2483 to reserve your place.
(approx. 90 minutes) Saturday, May 25; 10:30 AM starting at the Brant Museum & Archives Nelson, Chatham and Sheridan streets offer insight into the history and development of the city’s downtown. Free for BHS Members, $10.00 for non-members. Call 519-752-2483 or email information@brantmuseums.ca to register.