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.
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, June 1; 10:30 AM starting at the corner of Mount Pleasant & Burtch Rd (Parking available at the community hall south of the 4-way stop) Learn about this community starting with its early settlement, and including other significant events. Free for BHS Members, $10.00 for non-members. Call 519-752-2483 or email... Read more »
(approx. 120 minutes) Saturday, June 8; 10:00 AM starting at the VIA Railway Station on Wadsworth St. A century ago local citizens were investigating ways to commemorate the veterans of World War I, and recovering from local consequences. Free for BHS Members, $10.00 for non-members. Call 519-752-2483 or email information@brantmuseums.ca to register.
(approx. 90 minutes) Saturday, June 15; 10:30 AM starting at Glenhyrst Gardens (20 Ava Road) The gardens have a story to tell that reveals some of Brantford’s history and artistic talents. Free for BHS Members, $10.00 for non-members. Call 519-752-2483 or email information@brantmuseums.ca to register.
(approx. 105 minutes) Saturday, June 22; 10:30 AM starting at parking area of D’Aubigny Creek Park (across from the Colborne St. W. Firehall) Learn about the local experiences during this significant conflict, and much more including the consequences (1802-1820). Free for BHS Members, $10.00 for non-members. Call 519-752-2483 or email information@brantmuseums.ca to register.
**Due to rain in the forecast for 29/06/24, this walking tour has been cancelled** (approx. 90 minutes) Saturday, June 29; 10:30 AM starting at Brant’s Crossing Park behind the casino Discover the earliest history of the Fording Place from the last glacier through time until the American Revolution (glaciation to 1776). Free for... Read more »
Happy Canada Day! The Brant Museum & Archives and Myrtleville House Museum are CLOSED today. Join us at the City of Brantford's Canada Day celebrations at Lions Park! We will have a booth in the Young Canadians area from 11:00am - 5:00pm.