Museum Events

Participants of all skill levels are welcome to engage in this make-a-quilt project. Drop in for a couple of hours a week or stay for four.

Participants of all skill levels are welcome to engage in this make-a-quilt project and to work on their own designs.

Join us for a free exhibit of Jennifer Kaye's photography.

Join us for our Wednesday Wiggler program that provides preschool aged children an opportunity to explore the environment through adult-facilitated

Bring your family and friends for an entertaining evening of board game playing and snacks.

For all ages.

The Wednesday Wiggler program provides preschool aged children an opportunity to explore the environment through a balance of adult facilitated and

Join us for a talk as Darryl Learn takes you back to 1866 and the Battle of Ridgeway in June of that year and its impact on Canada West.

The Wednesday Wiggler program provides preschool aged children an opportunity to explore the environment through a balance of adult facilitated and

Join us as we host guest speaker Kelly Prendergast, Masters of Public Policy as she discusses the importance and necessity of play.

The Wednesday Wiggler program provides preschool aged children an opportunity to explore the environment through a balance of adult facilitated and

Join the OAS Hamilton Chapter at its monthly meetings and lectures at Fieldcote.

The Wednesday Wiggler program provides preschool aged children an opportunity to explore the environment through a balance of adult facilitated and

Bring your family and friends for an entertaining evening of board game playing and snacks.

For all ages.

Join us for our Wednesday Wiggler program that provides preschool aged children an opportunity to explore the environment through adult-facilitated

Experience a self-guided visit of this Italianate-style villa built in 1834 by Sir Allan MacNab, one of Canada's first premiers.

Experience a self-guided visit of this Italianate-style villa built in 1834 by Sir Allan MacNab, one of Canada's first premiers.

Discover the stories attached to 31 objects that showcase what makes Ancaster memorable while visiting the new exhibit; Voices from the Edge– Stori

Enjoy a guided tour of this rare example of residential vernacular architecture built in the 1820s, and representative of Black history in Hamilton

Discover three interactive galleries with a ship for sailing on, a dock for fishing, and a galley kitchen to feed your crew, and participate in an

Experience a self-guided tour of Hamilton’s first Waterworks built in 1859, and pay tribute to the social and working life of the early industrial

Enjoy a leisurely visit emphasizing recent restoration work in the main and upper halls, including impressive faux finishing by Lori Le Mare to cre

Come delight in the amazing creative talents shown by the students from Ancaster High School.

Visit the new exhibit at Fieldcote showcasing stories and aritifacts of Ancaster's history.

Enjoy a guided tour of this Gage family homestead built in 1796, learn about recent restoration features and explore the 1926 Dunington-Grubb lands

Catch a ride on miniature trains and witness the social and mechanical life of Canada's early industrial revolution during a guided tour of the mus

Join us for our Wednesday Wiggler program that provides preschool aged children an opportunity to explore the environment through adult-facilitated

During this workshop, you’ll work with Dundurn’s historic cooks to prepare nineteenth-century recipes next to our wood-fired range. 

Discover this National Historic Site from an entirely different perspective.

Join us as Bill King shares the history of Isaac Buchannan and the building of Canada and his relationship to Hamilton.

For all ages.

Join us for our Wednesday Wiggler program that provides preschool aged children an opportunity to explore the environment through adult-facilitated

Join the OAS Hamilton Chapter at its monthly meetings and lectures at Fieldcote.

Join us for our Wednesday Wiggler program that provides preschool aged children an opportunity to explore the environment through adult-facilitated

Led by costumed staff, visitors will explore over 40 rooms and discover the history of the MacNab family and the servants who lived and worked belo

The Museum is pleased to welcome back the Confederation of Marine Modelers and the Hamilton Model Engineer Club as they demonstrate a variety of mi

A guided tour of Dundurn Castle, including the Military Museum. Pre-registration is required.

Enjoy this one-day opportunity to create your own special project using the processes of Medieval Illumination.

Experience the drama, pageantry, and excitement of the Battle of Stoney Creek of June 6, 1813, one of the most important events in Canada's history

Dundurn’s Historic Kitchen Garden is hosting a free one-day, plant-sharing event.

In honour of the 100th anniversary of Decoration Day, The Hamilton Military Museum will be offering free admission and an afternoon of family-frien

In honour of the 100th anniversary of Decoration Day, The Hamilton Military Museum will be offering free admission and an afternoon of family-frien

Discover this National Historic Site from an entirely different perspective.

Join us as we celebrate Ancaster Heritage Days with a wine and cheese opening reception for the exhibition. Pre-registration is required.

Bring the whole family to Fieldcote as we celebrate Heritage Days in beautiful downtown Ancaster.

For all ages.

Celebrate Ancaster Heritage Days with a special presentation of Historic Pastimes at the Ancaster Old Town Hall. 

Join the OAS Hamilton Chapter at its monthly meetings and lectures at Fieldcote.

Led by costumed staff, visitors will explore over 40 rooms and discover the history of the MacNab family and the servants who lived and worked belo

Open your mind and your heart, and don't forget to pack your smiles - it's time for Ladybird Fancypants and her friend George the parrot!

A guided tour of Dundurn Castle, including the Military Museum. Pre-registration is required.

Catch a ride on miniature trains and witness the social and mechanical life of Canada's early industrial revolution during a guided tour of the mus

Discover this delicious heart shaped fruit’s legacy in a delightful hands-on cooking experience.

Enjoy a memorable performance every Sunday evening during the months of July and August.

Enjoy a spectacular military musical celebration and experience a tradition that celebrates 25 years in Dundurn Park!

Enjoy a spectacular military musical celebration and experience a tradition that celebrates 25 years in Dundurn Park!

Enjoy informative stories and historic gardening knowledge conveyed by costumed garden staff.

Looking to get your fingers in the dirt, learn something new? Join us for this free, drop-in program in Dundurn’s Kitchen Garden.

Bring your lunch and enjoy the stunning historic garden setting and all-you-can-drink tea or lemonade while listening to live music.

A StoryWalk® features a children's picture book, mounted page by page, throughout a park or along a trail to encourage both reading and physical li

Discover this National Historic Site from an entirely different perspective.

Catch a ride on miniature trains and witness the social and mechanical life of Canada's early industrial revolution during a free guided tour of th

Enjoy a memorable performance every Sunday evening during the months of July and August.

Discover this National Historic Site from an entirely different perspective.

Enjoy informative stories and historic gardening knowledge conveyed by costumed garden staff.

Looking to get your fingers in the dirt, learn something new? Join us for this free, drop-in program in Dundurn’s Kitchen Garden.

Bring your lunch and enjoy the stunning historic garden setting and all-you-can-drink tea or lemonade while listening to live music.

Discover this National Historic Site from an entirely different perspective.

Enjoy a memorable performance every Sunday evening during the months of July and August.

Enjoy informative stories and historic gardening knowledge conveyed by costumed garden staff.

Looking to get your fingers in the dirt, learn something new? Join us for this free, drop-in program in Dundurn’s Kitchen Garden.

Bring your lunch and enjoy the stunning historic garden setting and all-you-can-drink tea or lemonade while listening to live music.

Led by costumed gardeners, join us to experience the sights and scents of flowering plants best enjoyed as the sun sets.

Discover this National Historic Site from an entirely different perspective.

Join our costumed interpreters for a hands-on workshop packed with family friendly fun.

Enjoy a memorable performance every Sunday evening during the months of July and August.

Enjoy informative stories and historic gardening knowledge conveyed by costumed garden staff.

Looking to get your fingers in the dirt, learn something new? Join us for this free, drop-in program in Dundurn’s Kitchen Garden.

Bring your lunch and enjoy the stunning historic garden setting and all-you-can-drink tea or lemonade while listening to live music.

Led by costumed gardeners, join us to experience the sights and scents of flowering plants best enjoyed as the sun sets.

Discover this National Historic Site from an entirely different perspective.

Led by costumed staff, visitors will explore over 40 rooms and discover the history of the MacNab family and the servants who lived and worked belo

A guided tour of Dundurn Castle, including the Military Museum. Pre-registration is required.

Catch a ride on miniature trains and witness the social and mechanical life of Canada's early industrial revolution during a free guided tour of th

Enjoy a memorable performance every Sunday evening during the months of July and August.

Enjoy informative stories and historic gardening knowledge conveyed by costumed garden staff.

Looking to get your fingers in the dirt, learn something new? Join us for this free, drop-in program in Dundurn’s Kitchen Garden.

Bring your lunch and enjoy the stunning historic garden setting and all-you-can-drink tea or lemonade while listening to live music.

Discover this National Historic Site from an entirely different perspective.

Join us to celebrate Emancipation Day and discover how Enerals Griffin and his family, among the first African-American settlers in Ancaster, lived

Enjoy a memorable performance every Sunday evening during the months of July and August.

Enjoy informative stories and historic gardening knowledge conveyed by costumed garden staff.

Looking to get your fingers in the dirt, learn something new? Join us for this free, drop-in program in Dundurn’s Kitchen Garden.

Bring your lunch and enjoy the stunning historic garden setting and all-you-can-drink tea or lemonade while listening to live music.

Discover this National Historic Site from an entirely different perspective.

Catch a ride on miniature trains and witness the social and mechanical life of Canada's early industrial revolution during a free guided tour of th

If you go down to the woods today...children will enjoy old-fashioned games, a teddy bear parade and a teddy bear hospital. 

Enjoy a memorable performance every Sunday evening during the months of July and August.

Join us for week-long camp that fosters sewing and fibre arts. Participants will finish a twin-sized quilt.

Enjoy informative stories and historic gardening knowledge conveyed by costumed garden staff.

Looking to get your fingers in the dirt, learn something new? Join us for this free, drop-in program in Dundurn’s Kitchen Garden.

Bring your lunch and enjoy the stunning historic garden setting and all-you-can-drink tea or lemonade while listening to live music.

Discover this National Historic Site from an entirely different perspective.

A two-day opportunity to create your own special project - using the processes of Medieval Illumination.

Celebrate the birthday of the woman who ensured the preservation of the Gage family home and the site of the Battle of Stoney Creek.

Enjoy a memorable performance every Sunday evening during the months of July and August.

Enjoy informative stories and historic gardening knowledge conveyed by costumed garden staff.

Looking to get your fingers in the dirt, learn something new? Join us for this free, drop-in program in Dundurn’s Kitchen Garden.

Bring your lunch and enjoy the stunning historic garden setting and all-you-can-drink tea or lemonade while listening to live music.

Discover this National Historic Site from an entirely different perspective.

Led by costumed staff, visitors will explore over 40 rooms and discover the history of the MacNab family and the servants who lived and worked belo

A guided tour of Dundurn Castle, including the Military Museum. Pre-registration is required.

Catch a ride on miniature trains and witness the social and mechanical life of Canada's early industrial revolution during a free guided tour of th

Discover this National Historic Site from an entirely different perspective.

Enjoy informative stories and historic gardening knowledge conveyed by costumed garden staff.

Looking to get your fingers in the dirt, learn something new? Join us for this free, drop-in program in Dundurn’s Kitchen Garden.

Bring your lunch and enjoy the stunning historic garden setting and all-you-can-drink tea or lemonade while listening to live music.

Discover this National Historic Site from an entirely different perspective.

Catch a ride on miniature trains and witness the social and mechanical life of Canada's early industrial revolution during a free guided tour of th

Discover this National Historic Site from an entirely different perspective.

Join us as Ian Kerr Wilson shares his knowledge of the Hamilton Harbour and its history.

For all ages.

Join the OAS Hamilton Chapter at its monthly meetings and lectures at Fieldcote.

A guided tour of Dundurn Castle, including the Military Museum. Pre-registration is required.

Join us for fall-time harvest fun in Battlefield Park.

Led by costumed staff, visitors will explore over 40 rooms and discover the history of the MacNab family and the servants who lived and worked belo

Join us for this all-ages gathering of commercial exhibitors, tech enthusiasts, hobbyists, science clubs, artists and students celebrating the incr

Participants of all skill levels are welcome to engage in this make-a-quilt project. Drop in for a couple of hours a week or stay for four.

Discover this National Historic Site from an entirely different perspective.

Join us as Jim Hill shares the history of the Niagara Parks Commission, its preservation of Battlefield Park and the significance of the historic s

Join the OAS Hamilton Chapter at its monthly meetings and lectures at Fieldcote.

Enjoy a hearty farmer style breakfast at the historic Ancaster Old Town Hall and then wander over to Fieldcote Museum to explore its current exhibi

On Remembrance Day we acknowledge the struggle of men and women in their work toward the goal of peace.

On Remembrance Day we acknowledge the struggle of men and women in their work toward the goal of peace.

Join us as Heidi Madden examines the national identity of historic sites and their significance in preserving Canada’s history.

Visit Whitehern to see the home in all its Christmas finery.

Enjoy this special time of year as the McQuestens look back on the Christmas of their childhood. 

Join the OAS Hamilton Chapter at its monthly meetings and lectures at Fieldcote.

Visit Dundurn for the first day of its Victorian Christmas for free.

Enjoy the beauty of a mid-19th century family Christmas celebration at Dundurn Castle.

Gather your family together, take a break from holiday shopping and step back in time to experience the warmth, welcome & simplicity of an earl

Enjoy this one-day opportunity to create your own special project using the processes of Medieval Illumination.

Enjoy this special time of year as the McQuestens look back on the Christmas of their childhood. 

Enjoy the beauty of a mid-19th century family Christmas celebration at Dundurn Castle.

Family fun is on the menu! Prepare some tasty treats in the historic kitchen below stairs. Pre-registration is required.

Enjoy an authentic Victorian Christmas cooking experience at Dundurn. Pre-registration required.

Enjoy this special time of year as the McQuestens look back on the Christmas of their childhood. 

Enjoy the beauty of a mid-19th century family Christmas celebration at Dundurn Castle.

Join us for an illustrated talk as Zig Misiak features the Native Nations during the War of 1812.

For all ages.

Baking for the holidays is a large part of many household traditions. Pre-registration required.

Enjoy a unique opportunity to see Dundurn Castle decorated for Christmas in the evening. Pre-registration is required.

Enjoy this special time of year as the McQuestens look back on the Christmas of their childhood. 

Enjoy the beauty of a mid-19th century family Christmas celebration at Dundurn Castle.

Embrace the holiday spirit at the historic Ancaster Old Town Hall and enjoy live music with hot cider and treats.

Enjoy a unique opportunity to see Dundurn Castle decorated for Christmas in the evening. Pre-registration is required.

Enjoy this special time of year as the McQuestens look back on the Christmas of their childhood. 

Enjoy the beauty of a mid-19th century family Christmas celebration at Dundurn Castle.

Enjoy a unique opportunity to see Dundurn Castle decorated for Christmas in the evening. Pre-registration is required.

Enjoy this special time of year as the McQuestens look back on the Christmas of their childhood. 

Enjoy the beauty of a mid-19th century family Christmas celebration at Dundurn Castle.

School is out! Come into the Hamilton Children’s Museum for some winter fun.

Enjoy this special time of year as the McQuestens look back on the Christmas of their childhood. 

Enjoy the beauty of a mid-19th century family Christmas celebration at Dundurn Castle.

During the Holidays, drop-in and unplug, we invite families to join us to play board games and make a craft. 

Enjoy a unique opportunity to see Dundurn Castle decorated for Christmas in the evening. Pre-registration required.

Celebrate a family New Year at the Hamilton Children's Museum. Visit all three galleries and join in on six 'count-downs' throughout the day.

Enjoy this special time of year as the McQuestens look back on the Christmas of their childhood. 

During the Holidays, drop-in and unplug, we invite families to join us to play board games and make a craft. 

Enjoy this special time of year as the McQuestens look back on the Christmas of their childhood.