Think you could be a Victorian? Find out! Each month, How to Be a Victorian takes on a different part of everyday life in the 19th century — from getting dressed and going to school, to surviving winter, and celebrating Christmas. Explore historic objects, try your hand at Victorian skills, and tackle the everyday challenges of life before modern conveniences....

It’s tea time! Join us on a Sunday afternoon for Tour & Tea at Ireland House Museum. In addition to a guided tour, you can enjoy a scone and some sweet treats with a cup of tea. Space is limited and pre-registration is required, September 13, 27, October 18, November 8. Member rate available.

Toddler Days is a hands-on, interactive, parented program designed for children ages 2 - 4 years old. The program takes place at Joseph Brant Museum on Wednesday mornings from 10:30 am – 12:00 pm. The cost is $12.00/child (includes tax), accompanying adults are complimentary. Pre-registration is required, as capacity is limited. Each week features a different theme, see below for...

Visit Ireland House after dark to learn about death and mourning in the Victorian era. This guided tour experience will take you through Ireland House, draped in mourning, as you hear about the beliefs and superstitions associated with death, and the practical arrangements which had to be made. Tickets include light refreshments. Dates: October 16, 23, 30

Join us for some Hallowe’en family fun at Joseph Brant Museum! Try your hand at some tricky games for some treats as you explore the exhibits. There will also be a scavenger hunt throughout the museum, and a craft station for kids. Henry’s Camera will on-site to take photos at our Spooky Snapshot Station. Families will receive one digital image...

Join us at Joseph Brant Museum for Storytime, Craft, & Book Signing for "Nina and the Missing Night," a new children's book written by Burlington author Natalia Paruzel-Gibson. Enjoy her reading of the story, then participate in some themed crafts. Natalia will also have her book available for purchase, and signing. "A gentle reminder of the importance of the dark."...

Santa Claus is coming to town! Santa and Mrs. Claus are back at Joseph Brant Museum this holiday season, and they can’t wait to meet you! Families can book a 10-minute time slot for a “Visit with Santa!” on November 14 & 15 (6 family members maximum). Henry’s Camera will be on-site taking professional photos, and will provide one digital...

Celebrate the magic of winter! Explore holiday traditions from around the world through festive crafts, seasonal games, hands-on activities, and museum discoveries. Campers will learn how different cultures celebrate this special time of year while creating memories of their own. Camp is for ages 5-10 and runs from 9:00am to 4:00pm.

Visit Ireland House after dark to learn about Victorian Christmas traditions. This guided tour experience will take you through Ireland House, decorated for the season, as you hear about how the Ireland family would have prepared for, and celebrated Christmas, and discover the origins of traditions that have lasted to present day. Tickets include light refreshments. November 27, December 11,...

Eat, drink and be merry! Step back in time and celebrate the holidays during “A Night At Ireland House.” Guests will spend the evening sampling traditional Victorian foods served from the hearth and woodstove while touring the historic house. There will also be local wine and craft beer, along with Christmas music, and chestnuts on an open fire. There are...

Winter Break Camp at Joseph Brant Museum is for children aged 5-10 years and runs from 9:00am -4:00pm on December 22, 23, 29, 30 and January 2. The cost is $55 per day (members receive 10% off). Each day is a different theme filled with games, crafts and fun! Space is limited, pre-registration is required. Email museumeducation@burlington.ca with any questions....

Create. Explore. Collect. Repeat! Drop in as a family to Joseph Brant Museum each month for a brand-new hands-on project, experiment, or creative challenge. Make something, try something new, and have fun creating together. Every visit earns a stamp in your Creator Club Passport, collect three stamps and earn a special prize! Each session features a different theme, all activities...

Escape the winter chill with a tropical adventure! Campers will enjoy island-inspired games, colourful crafts, music, dancing, and fun activities while learning about Hawaiian culture and traditions in a festive luau celebration. Camp is for ages 5-10 and runs from 9:00am to 4:00pm.

Escape the winter chill with a tropical adventure! Campers will enjoy island-inspired games, colourful crafts, music, dancing, and fun activities while learning about Hawaiian culture and traditions in a festive luau celebration. Camp is for ages 5-10 and runs from 9:00am to 4:00pm.

Dig into the amazing world beneath our feet! Inspired by Ingenium's Soil Superheroes exhibition, campers will uncover the hidden heroes living in the soil through exciting experiments, nature exploration, games, and creative crafts. Discover why healthy soil is essential for plants, animals, and people. Camp is for ages 5-10 and runs from 9:00am to 4:00pm.

Can you survive in the great outdoors? Build shelters, learn basic survival skills, tackle teamwork challenges, and discover how people relied on nature to meet their everyday needs. It's a day packed with outdoor adventure, problem-solving, and hands-on fun! Camp is for ages 5-10 and runs from 9:00am to 4:00pm.