Located at 1240 North Shore Blvd. East in Burlington Ontario, the Joseph, Brant Museum offers a hands-on experience for families, combining local history with interactive exhibits designed for visitors of all ages.

The museum features a replica of Joseph Brant’s original homestead alongside the modern exhibition spaces. It houses three permanent galleries, travelling exhibitions and provides dedicated areas for educational programs like camps for kids.

Hours, Admission and Parking

Admission to Joseph Brant Museum includes access to all of the permanent galleries, any special exhibits, the Children’s Gallery plus a visit to the rooftop garden. The lake views and seating are a peaceful stop in warmer temperatures.

Admission: Adults $10, Students and Seniors $8, Children $6 or take advantage of the family rate for $30. It includes up to two adults and four children.

The museum is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10 AM till 4 PM and is closed on Sundays and Mondays.

There is free parking on site at the museum and paid parking close by.

Permanent Exhibitions

The Burlington Gallery – The History and Origin Story of Burlington, Ontario

The Burlington Gallery talks all about Burlington’s history and we honestly learned so many cool things about Burlington and its origins. The exhibits are fantastic and let you get right up close to the historic artifacts.

In The Burlington Gallery, kids and grown-ups will learn all about the history of popular and significant Burlington landmarks. You will witness old toys and board games that our grandparents may have played with. We spent lots of time in this room and we learned a ton. My mother-in-law moved here when she was young, and knows many of the features that are no longer where they once stood.

Teachers and homeschooling families: This would be an excellent place for a field trip!

Enjoy A Stay at The Brant Inn

The second large room, called The Costume Gallery, is dedicated to The Brant Inn. Have you heard of it? I had heard a little bit about it, but it was a great exhibit to have Grandma at because she was familiar with so much of the history and the famous visitors it’s been host to in its time. She told the girls about the clothing, the music and the jewellery. It’s always great to foster that connection between grandparents and grandkids.

Essential Stop: The Children’s Gallery at Joseph Brant Museum

This section focuses on S.T.E.A.M. (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) and delivers it in a way kids will love and learn from. Each exhibit in the Children’s Gallery encourages kids to put their brains to use to solve problems and accomplish tasks. Your kids will love it here. My 11-year-old didn’t want to leave! And neither did my husband LOL.

Ride the pedal-powered bikes to see how far you can make it around Burlington. Use the massive light-up pegboard to create a picture. Everything your kids do will be hands-on and there are lots of options for open-ended exploration. Parents have the pleasure of sitting back and watching children learn through play.

Joseph Brant Museum underwent a phenomenal renovation that has created a beautiful destination for learning and exploring in Burlington. This gallery is a great bonus at this family and children’s museum.

Current Special Exhibit: Money in 10 Questions: Kids Edition

From Museums of Burlington:

“The Bank of Canada Museum asked Canadian kids what they wanted to know about money. A whole lot, as it turned out. More than 800 thoughtful, complex and just plain fun questions flooded in from across the country. This exhibition answers 10 of these questions using a series of play-based activity stations. The answers provide a foundation for what kids need to know to help them manage their financial futures.

Try and save a million dollars. Balance a budget with a scale and weights. Be inspired by a kid entrepreneur to make money. Decide if bones can be money and explore forms of currency that are nearly as strange. You can even touch them—one is furry!

This exhibition provides a space for parents and children to play and learn, sparking conversations and inspiration.

This exhibition was developed by the Bank of Canada Museum. Tour management is provided by Ingenium – Canada’s Museums of Science and Innovation. Money in 10 Questions: Kids Edition is on view at Joseph Brant Museum from October 3 – January 23, 2027.”

Programs For Children

In addition to all of the reasons to visit this family and children’s museum that we listed above, the museum is also a popular host for children’s programming:

Toddler days are designed for children ages 2 to 4. The sessions offer themed hands-on activities every week the cost is $12 per child and one accompanying adult is free.

School break camps at Joseph Brant Museum are popular and get great reviews from parents. Each week has a different theme in the summer and every PA day camp has its own theme as well. Click here to learn more about children’s camps.

Don’t Miss The Gift Shop

One of my new favourite places to buy unique presents for friends and family (and a few for myself!) is the gift shop at the Museum. Their products are quality and curated with a keen eye for in-demand items for kids and adults. I love their mugs and keychains, and their wooden children’s toys are great for gifting to toddlers. You can shop their gift shop online here.

amenities and accessibility

Stroller-friendly: The museum is accessible for strollers

Facilities: On-site washrooms with changing stations are available

Accessibility: Elevator access, and all areas are reachable for visitors with mobility needs

tips for parents

Scavenger hunt: upon arrival request the children’s scavenger hunt. It’s a fun way for kids to engage with the exhibits, and earn a small prize upon completion.

Quiet times: weekday mornings tend to be less crowded, ideal for families seeking a calmer environment.

What to bring: Pack a picnic and enjoy it on the rooftop or at Spencer Smith Park located directly across the street

Upcoming Events At Joseph Brant Museum

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