Walking Tour Wednesdays: History of the Fording Place Learning about the History of our First Nations in the area before arrival by Europeans. Through archaeology done in the area, we have uncovered people who have lived on this land since the last ice age. This walk will Paleo-Indian, Archaic, Woodland, and Neutral Periods. Donations... Read more »
Have you ever wondered about the many different historical organizations that are part of Brant County? Get a better understanding of our rich history and what each does with its collection and resources to make them accessible to the community. Attend this lightning lecture to get jolted with inspiration for Museum Month. For more events... Read more »
The Brant Historical Society has nearly 10,000 photos in its collection. This Photo Friday lecture will talk about the architect John Turner, identifying features of a Brantford Cottage, and... Read more »
Drop in for a tour of our Myrtleville location and discover the Good Family who built the pioneer farm in 1836! The tour will include rooms of the original house, including the kitchen, pantry, dining room, parlor, library, and bedrooms. For more events by the Brant Historical Society, please go to our Events Page. Part... Read more »
Toonie Tot Tuesday is an educational program for pre-school children and their parents. The program takes place in an exhibit space and allows young children to see artifacts in our pioneer kitchen and have an opportunity to colour. Suggested donation to participate in the program is a toonie for child and adult. For more events... Read more »
Walking Tour Wednesdays: Lawren Harris Walk Lawren Harris was born in Brantford and due to the success of his grandfather Alanson Harris was instrumental in forming the Group of Seven. ... Read more »
The Brant Historical Society has nearly 10,000 photos in its collection. This Photo Friday lecture will showcase businesses and factories that have memorable connections to the community. . For... Read more »
Visit Myrtleville for a workshop that will let you make your own pinch pot pottery. This workshop will also allow visitors to see examples of Indigenous potsherds and how they decorated their pottery. Participants will attempt to reflect these designed in the creation of their pinch pot. For more events by the Brant Historical Society,... Read more »
Toonie Tot Tuesday is an educational program for pre-school children and their parents. The program takes place in an exhibit space and allows young children to see artifacts in... Read more »
Brantford has many public spaces with memorials and monuments of important events in the past. Join us on this Walking Tour to learn about their architects and the causes... Read more »