Things to do in Hamilton, Canada: The Best Specialty Museums

October 4, 2021 Natalie Tallman

The next time you're driving to Toronto or Niagara Falls, stop in Hamilton, where tourist traffic isn't quite so rampant. The Niagara Escarpment provides spectacular scenery, with beautiful trails and waterfalls. Visit nearby farms, orchards and vineyards, or plan your trip to coincide with Hamilton's lively fall fairs.
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1. Dundas Museum & Archives

139 Park St W, Dundas, Hamilton, Ontario L9H 1X8 Canada +1 905-627-7412 [email protected] http://www.dundasmuseum.ca/
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5.0 based on 12 reviews

Dundas Museum & Archives

Dundas is a community tucked beneath the Niagara Escarpment in southern Ontario, Canada. It became incorporated as a town on July 28, 1847. Dundas today, with its picturesque downtown, heritage homes and tree lined streets, still echoes that time. Informative, and fun! At the 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. We invite you to visit and explore the stories of people and events that have shaped the Valley Town.

Reviewed By cynthiaB983 - Hamilton, Canada

I really enjoyed all of the memorabilia displayed in the museum and was very surprised by their attention to detail. IT was excellent for students, the curious and people of all ages.

2. Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum

9280 Airport Rd, Mount Hope, Hamilton, Ontario L0R 1W0 Canada +1 905-679-4183 [email protected] http://warplane.com
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4.5 based on 1,094 reviews

Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum

Reviewed By B1838VJterryl

if you love military history especially aviation history this is the place to go! You will have the opportunity to sit in the cockpit of World War II Canadian combat aircraft .. and take a virtual reality experience that is amazing and by the way that costs no extra over the admission price. They have volunteers there that are a wealth of information ... many were actually pilots in World War II.

3. Westfield Heritage Village

1049 Kirkwall Road Rockton, Hamilton, Ontario L0R 1X0 Canada +1 519-621-8851 [email protected] http://westfieldheritage.ca/
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4.5 based on 150 reviews

Westfield Heritage Village

Westfield Heritage Village Conservation Area is located just outside of the village of Rockton, Ontario. ​The site is open daily from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm for walking, hiking and bird-watching. The historical buildings are only open on special program days. Check the website for further information.

Reviewed By juliewJ4582WB - Hamilton, Canada

I have the opportunity to spend many x and occasions at this speacial place.I attentended a wedding oh so speciall great meal beautiful chapel amazing gardens special horse aNd carriage ride.oh but have attended on many other occasions spring pancake breakfast.with family.easter great shopping in the little quaint gift shop with the purchase of a yearly display of a bunny runner.summer time ice cream festival accompanied by my 4 LEGGED welcomed pug.oh my and learning history lessons by acknowledgable guides.membership available with discount entry prices.oh come 1 come all including furry 4 LEGGED animals please visit or book for a special occasion you won't regret the special quaint experience.

4. Erland Lee Museum

522 Ridge Rd Intersection of Ridge Rd. and Dewitt Rd., Stoney Creek, Hamilton, Ontario L8J 2Y6 Canada +1 905-662-2691 [email protected] http://fwio.on.ca/erland
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4.5 based on 6 reviews

Erland Lee Museum

5. Battlefield House Museum & Park

77 King St W, Stoney Creek, Hamilton, Ontario L8G 1H9 Canada +1 905-662-8458 [email protected] http://Www.battlefieldhouse.ca
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4.5 based on 93 reviews

Battlefield House Museum & Park

One of the first houses to be built in Stoney Creek, Battlefield House was the home of the Gage family from 1796 until 1835. During these settlement years of the early 19th century, James and Mary Gage cleared and worked the land with their ten children and became well-known for their warm hospitality. The War of 1812 had a direct impact on the Gage family as they found themselves confined to their home when American soldiers occupied their land when a battle broke out during the early morning hours of June 6, 1813. The resulting British victory at the Battle of Stoney Creek was crucial in helping to prevent the Americans from seizing Upper Canada. Less than one hundred years later, in 1899, Sara Calder, grand-daughter of James and Mary Gage and first president of the Women's Wentworth Historical Society, led the purchase and preservation of the homestead. Further recognition of the significant event that took place on this property came in the year 1913, when the 100-foot tall Battlefield Monument was opened, standing as a symbol of peace and commemorating those soldiers who died at the Battle of Stoney Creek.

Reviewed By sunshinessuperman - Stoney Creek, Canada

To learn how not to give up your country to Americans. Learn how the loyalists fought the good fight and won. Beautiful and picturesque area that was once a battle ground area.

6. Griffin House

733 Mineral Springs Road, Ancaster, Hamilton, Ontario Canada +1 905-648-8144 http://www.ancasterhistory.ca/griffinHouse.php
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4.5 based on 6 reviews

Griffin House

7. Tim Horton's Museum

65 Ottawa St N Dunsmure Rd, Hamilton, Ontario L8H 3Y9 Canada +1 905-544-4515
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4.0 based on 18 reviews

Tim Horton's Museum

Reviewed By LisaMeech - Burlington, Canada

Treasure! Haven been to the museum, but would definitely like to go now! Interesting to visit the very first location. Wow!

8. Canadian Football Hall of Fame & Museum

64 Melrose Ave N Tim Hortons Field, Hamilton, Ontario L8L 0C3 Canada +1 905-528-7566 [email protected] http://www.cfhof.ca/
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3.5 based on 26 reviews

Canadian Football Hall of Fame & Museum

9. Hamilton Children's Museum

1072 Main St E, Hamilton, Ontario L8M 1N6 Canada +1 905-546-4848 [email protected] http://www.hamilton.ca/attractions/hamilton-civic-museums/hamilton-childrens-museum
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3.0 based on 29 reviews

Hamilton Children's Museum

The Hamilton Children's Museum provides an opportunity for children ages 0-10 to explore and learn through play.

Reviewed By Pat1ricia - Brantford, Canada

We took our 2 granddaughters aged 4 and 2 to the 40th anniversary day. We paid 1978 prices to get in. The girls loved it plenty to do and see for their ages. Juice and popcorn was also given out. Staff were very friendly and a lovely lady showed us around first. Our 4 year granddaughter especially loved the pretend ship and that she got to scrub the decks with the mop. They had a great time. I would agree with previous reviews it is for younger children.

10. The Pearl Hummingbird

620 Upper James St 2nd Level, Hamilton, Ontario L9C 2Z1 Canada +1 289-755-8888 [email protected] http://www.thepearlhummingbird.com/

The Pearl Hummingbird is a children's educational, interactive exhibit that emphasizes social, physical and intellectual development through imagination and exploration. Each of our exhibits are unique and focuses on particular subjects and/or life skills. At The Pearl Hummingbird, our focus is to provide a safe, happy, and hygienic environment that encourages self-discovery and self-confidence.

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