Housed in an 1870s Coach House, the Castle Shop provides a unique shopping experience. Take home a variety of items from local history books and old fashioned toys to Hamilton souvenirs. If you are looking for a special place to hold a meeting or reception, this unique meeting space at the top of The Coach House will accommodate groups of up to 80 at any time of year.
Hamiltons first Waterworks pays tribute to the social and working life of the early industrial revolution and the spirit of Canadas Ambitious City. The museum preserves the oldest surviving Canadian built 70 ton stationary steam engines, one of which is set in motion daily for demonstration purposes. Experience on demand guided tours and special events for the whole family including drop in programming during Family Day, March Break and Christmas, and Live Steamer Days in partnership with the Golden Horseshoe Live Steamers from May through October. Please note that due to the historic nature of the Waterworks, many areas are not fully accessible to strollers or wheelchairs; please call ahead for details.
Discover one of the finest examples of an intact historic home in Canada. Three generations of the McQuesten family lived at Whitehern from 1852 until 1968. Among the last generation were six children who never married. In 1959 the three surviving members of the family bequeathed the
home to the City with all its original contents. It contains elements from many time periods dating up to 1939 when the Honourable homas McQuesten was Minister of Highways. Explore the heritage of Victorian ideas and possessions that influenced life at Whitehern on the eve of World War II.
The Canadian Football Hall of Fame is proud to partner with Pinty's and the Hamilton Tiger-Cats for the unveiling of the Pinty's Canadian Football Hall of Fame club level area at Tim Hortons Field.
Located in Gage Park the Hamilton Childrens Museum is the perfect place to explore and enjoy family fun year round. Discover exhibits, workshops and special programs that encourage children and adults to learn through play by engaging in hands on activities. Round off your experience with a visit to Gage Park.
Dundas Museum & Archives, discover Dundas from the time of the glaciers' slow carving of the valley through to today's vibrant community. The experiences and impact of individuals along the way come alive through objects used in their every day lives.