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Griffin House



Location:   733 Mineral Springs Rd. (map)
Ancaster, Ontario L9H 1A1
Phone: 905-546-2424 ext. 7220
Fax: 905-546-2338
Email: griffinhouse@hamilton.ca

Hours of Operation

Victoria Day to Thanksgiving:
Holiday Mondays: 1 - 4 pm

Admission Rates

Adult (18-59)   $3.00
Senior (60+)   $2.50
Student * (13-17)   $2.50
Child (6-12)   $2.00
Infant (5 and under)   Free
Family **    $8.00

* Student = 13-17 or with valid student ID
** Family = two adults and unlimited
dependant children

Griffin House stands as a testament to the bravery and determination of black men and women who journeyed to freedom in Southern Ontario by the Underground Railroad. Griffin House offers tours and black-history-related programs as part of the Black Heritage Network.

This unique historic site is situated atop a hill overlooking the Dundas Valley and is managed as a joint project. The house and property are owned and operated by the Hamilton Region Conservation Authority. Public visitation and interpretation is offered by Fieldcote Memorial Park and Museum. Group tours and school programmes are available by appointment. Public visitation is available holiday Mondays from May to October.

Events, Workshops and Exhibitions

Offering over 100 annual festivals, events, workshops and exhibitions, Hamilton Civic Museums provide hours of entertainment for the entire family.

Educational and Community Programming

All Hamilton Civic Museums offer programs suitable for elementary school students, secondary school students, and community groups such as Scouts and Guides. If you would like a detailed outline of any of our programs, or if you require a customized program for your group, contact the individual museum directly.

Group Tours

Hamilton Civic Museums offers a wide variety of group tour and day-trip packages featuring our sites as well as several of our local partners.