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 photos of Brantford Cottages from the Collection. For more events by the Brant Historical Society, please go to our Events Page. Part of Museum Month 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. Here about his life in Brantford and the thoughts that inspired him. Donations to the museum will be accepted at the start of the Walking... 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 more events by the Brant Historical Society, please go to our Events Page. Part of Museum Month and the Brant Museum Crawl. For more event visit http://brantmuseumcrawl.ca/.
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 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... 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 that lead to their creation. Donations to the Brant Historical Society will be accepted at the start of the Walking Tour. For more events by... Read more »
The Brant Historical Society has nearly 10,000 photos in its collection. This Photo Friday lecture will showcase school from Brantford and Brant County, including many of the rural schools. For more events by the Brant Historical Society, please go to our Events Page. Part of Museum Month and the Brant Museum Crawl. For more event... 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 »
Brantford has always had a Black Community since Joseph Brant arrived at the Mohawk Village. Learn some of the inspirational stories about how these people have contributed to our community. Donations to the Brant Historical Society will be accepted at the start of the Walking Tour. For more events by the Brant Historical Society,... Read more »
“Restoration of a Heritage Building” Matthew Johnston, Carpenter Heritage Restorations
The Brant Historical Society has nearly 10,000 photos in its collection. This Photo Friday lecture will showcase former buildings that have been lost in Brantford and their relation to the community. For more events by the Brant Historical Society, please go to our Events Page. Part of Museum Month and the Brant Museum Crawl. For... Read more »
Visit Myrtleville for an interactive experience in the Forge. Thanks to volunteers from Westfield Heritage Village, we will be opening the forge with the making of some metal tools For more events by the Brant Historical Society, please go to our Events Page. Part of Museum Month and the Brant Museum Crawl. For more event visit http://brantmuseumcrawl.ca/.
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 »
Brantford's early development was intricately linked to the Canal. It's availability of waterpower attracted manufacturers, while the canal provided a means of getting their products to market. From its inception in 1835, it had numerous challenges and obstacles. Donations to the Brant Historical Society will be taken prior to the start of the walk.... Read more »
The Brant Historical Society has nearly 10,000 photos in its collection. This Photo Friday lecture will showcase people from Brant County, giving biographies of who they were and stories from their time in Brantford. For more events by the Brant Historical Society, please go to our Events Page. Part of Museum Month and the Brant... Read more »