Enjoy a summer evening listening to local talent while enjoying a premiere view of Burlington’s Downtown Waterfront! Join us on the Rooftop Terrace at Joseph Brant Museum on July 10 & 24 and August 7 & 21 for our "Music from the Rooftop" series. Each evening will feature a performance by a local musician, beginning at 7:30pm. Doors will open...

Attend a film screening of “Peace by Chocolate” at Joseph Brant Museum. The film is based on the true story of the Hadhads, a family from Syria who moved to Canada as refugees from the Syrian civil war, settling in Nova Scotia and establishing the Peace by Chocolate artisanal chocolate shop. The film is "“a heartwarming tale of triumph over...

Join us at Joseph Brant Museum for our eat make share speaker series, featuring acclaimed Canadian cookbook authors. Each month, a new speaker will discuss their publication and how their family’s cultural background has influenced their culinary journey. Attendees will also enjoy a recipe sampling and have the opportunity to view the special exhibit eat make share: a taste of...

Get ready to taste, move, and experience culture in motion at Joseph Brant Museum during our dine & dance series! This event will introduce you to various cultures through the world of food, music, and dance. Guests will have the opportunity to try hors d’oeuvres and beverages from a specific region of the world (7pm – 8pm) and view the...

Visit heritage sites, noteworthy buildings, and interesting locations - FREE of charge. Many of these buildings and locations will offer special activities during the day. Doors Open Burlington is organized by the Museums of Burlington and is happening on Saturday, August 8, from 10am to 2pm. Whether you're a long-time resident or a first-time visitor, this is your chance to...

Join us at Joseph Brant Museum for our eat make share speaker series, featuring acclaimed Canadian cookbook authors. Each month, a new speaker will discuss their publication and how their family’s cultural background has influenced their culinary journey. Attendees will also enjoy a recipe sampling, and have the opportunity to view the special exhibit eat make share: a taste of...

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...

Celebrate the fall season with a day of harvest fun! Discover how families prepared for winter long ago through historic games, autumn crafts, and cooking, inspired by life at Ireland House Museum. Camp is for ages 5-12 and runs from 9:00am to 4:00pm.

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 5-12 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 5-12 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 5-12 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 5-12 and runs from 9:00am to 4:00pm.