Marsha Skrypuch's novel, Dance of the Banished, is based on true Brantford events. The idea for Dance of the Banished sprouted seven years ago when Brantford historians Wayne Hunter... Read more »
Have ever wonder the reason for the bend in the road from St. Paul Avenue and King George Road? It all makes sense when you look at a map that captures a snapshot of a certain time. Join us at the Brant Museum and Archives to see maps from before the creation of Brantford and Brant County... Read more »
This is the final workshop in the Past Skills series. Learn the art of calligraphy and put your skills to use making holiday cards. Fees: $25 for BHS members, $30... Read more »
Paul Racher, Principal with Archaeological Research Associates Ltd. (ARA), will talk about the excavation of the south side of Colborne Street which became a major archaeological site in Ontario. The site yielded nearly 400,000 artefacts, some from Brantford’s Golden Age of industry, and some from the time of Loyalist settlement. Still other artefacts are from... Read more »
Brant Historical Society member and volunteer appreciation night at the Myrtleville House Museum.
The Myrtleville House Museum will be hosting a New Year's Camp for kids - ages 4 (must be in kindergarten) to 11 - the week of January 2nd to the 6th, 2017. The cost is $30 per day or sign up for the whole week for $140. Drop off time is between 8am and 9am.... Read more »
Join the Brant Historical Society to begin celebrating Canada's Sesquicentennial at a John A. Macdonald Dinner on Wednesday, January 11th, 2017 at The Brantford Club, at 98 George St. The evening begins with a reception at 6pm and dinner at 7pm. The dinner will be based upon several menu items drawn from the book “Sir... Read more »
Myrtleville House Museum will be hosting a PD day for kids aged 4 (must be in kindergarten) to 11 on January 23rd, 2017. The theme will be Knights and Dragons. The cost is $30 for the day. Drop off is 8am - 9am and pick up is 4pm - 5pm.
Start painting with no painting experience necessary! The instructor will lead you step-by-step through the painting process and you'll end up with your very own copy of "Winter Lake". All materials are provided for the painting and we'll be also providing snacks and refreshments. The cost is $50 with a $15 charitable receipt. ... Read more »
Good Family Day at the Myrtleville House Museum This event is admission by donation. It will include a tour of the historic Myrtleville home, a blacksmithing demonstration and baking in... Read more »
