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Celebrating the history of Brantford & Brant County! Est. 1908

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Just a reminder that if you are thinking of donating an artifact to the museum, please give us a call first! That way we can walk you through the necessary steps, and make sure that your donation fits within our mandate.

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Dan and Carol Lyn Brown added “we are thrilled to be taking on this very unique project. We have been following its journey and are glad to see it through to the finish line. We invite everyone to follow the restoration of the Crystal Cottage on YouTube – Reign of the Chatelaine”

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"The Brant Historical Society is pleased to announce that the Crystal Cottage is now in the hands of Dan and Carol-Lyn Brown, local restorers of heritage buildings across the city and county” declared Murray Angus, President of the BHS.

For More: https://t.co/ZYrEN59LPC

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We have a full house for our speakers series presentation this evening- John Bullen from @CWHM . Thanks to the Canadian Military Heritage Museum for hosting!

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Tickets are $50.00 + Tax for BHS and CMHM Members, $60.00 +tax for non-members, and $20.00 + tax for a non-drinking ticket.
Space is limited, so be sure to contact us to purchase your ticket! Call 519-752-2483 or email [email protected] to reserve your spot.

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We are excited to announce that tickets for our second Scotch Tasting fundraiser are on sale now!
This year we've partnered with the Canadian Military Heritage Museum to bring you an evening of flavourful whisky, live entertainment, haggis tasting, and more.

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Happy Holidays! Please keep in mind our holiday hours when visiting the museum over the next couple of weeks. Our last day open for the year is Friday, December 22nd 2023

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Happy December!

Having trouble finding a gift for the history lover in your life? Why not get them a copy of "Brantford: A Passage Through Time"!

If you have any questions, please contact 519-752-2483 or email [email protected]

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Did you know that the Brant Historical Society has a Youtube channel?

We've recently uploaded videos from our Speakers Series, including presentations from Gerry Neilands, Jack Jackowetz, and Tara Tran.

Check us out at https://t.co/0BHmxfCaDH

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Registration for our Speakers Series event tonight is nearly full! Please contact us at 519-752-2483 or [email protected] to secure your seat.

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The evening begins at 7:00pm at the Brant Museum & Archives (57 Charlotte St.).

Seating is limited, so please register with the museum at 519-752-2483 or email [email protected]. (2/2)

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We are delighted to be hosting Dave Levac tomorrow night for the next installment of our Speakers Series!
He will be presenting on the topic of "A Historic and Present Day Look at the Role of the Speaker of the Ontario Legislature".

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ICYMI: Our Monuments and Memorials walking tour is TOMORROW (Sat. Nov. 4) at 10:30am! Call 519-752-2483 or email [email protected] to register.

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Only three walking tours remain on the 2023 schedule!

Join Brian this Saturday, November 4th at 10:30am for the Monuments and Memorials walk.

It begins at Jubilee Terrace, and registration is required! Call 519-752-2483 or email [email protected] to save your spot

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"In Remembrance" tells the stories of local soldiers that served in the Boer War, World War One, and World War Two.

The exhibit opening begins November 1st at 7:00pm, and light refreshments will be provided. Contact 519-752-2483 for more information.

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Only three walking tours remain on the 2023 schedule!

Join Brian this Saturday, November 4th at 10:30am for the Monuments and Memorials walk.

It begins at Jubilee Terrace, and registration is required! Call 519-752-2483 or email [email protected] to save your spot

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Halloween is almost here!

Looking for activities to take part in? Why not join us on the Murder, Mystery & Mayhem walking tour!

Tickets are $15.00 each, and registration is required. Call 519-752-2483 or email [email protected] to reserve your spot.

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Join us this Saturday, October 14th at 10:30am for the Earliest History of the Fording Place walk!

Walks are free for BHS members, and $5.00 for non-members. Call 519-752-2483 or email [email protected] to register.

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If you are thinking about visiting us this weekend, please take into account our holiday hours!

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Hey #BrantfordBrant,

Very pleased to open the new Ukranian exhibit at the @Branthistorical Society this afternoon!

Did you know that the Ukrainian community has been vibrant here for over 120 years?

Thankful for knowledge keepers.

#workingtogetherforyou

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"Golden Fields and Blue Skies", the latest exhibit by the Immigrant Memories of Brantford Committee, opens tomorrow at 2:30pm at the Brant Museum and Archives.

The full event schedule can be found here: https://t.co/8lzjMDy0Pw

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Myrtleville House Museum is looking for volunteers to help with summer camp!

Volunteers will help with crafts, games, baking, and other activities throughout the day. For more information, please contact Esther at [email protected]