In honour of Heritage Month, all Hamilton Civic Museums will be open for visitation free of charge. Whitehern Historic House & Garden is a mid-19th century urban estate maintained by the McQuesten family for three generations. It was built in 1848 with a 1930s addition and includes original family furnishings from the Georgian, Victorian, and […]
In honour of Heritage Month, all Hamilton Civic Museums will be open for visitation free of charge. Whitehern Historic House & Garden is a mid-19th century urban estate maintained by the McQuesten family for three generations. It was built in 1848 with a 1930s addition and includes original family furnishings from the Georgian, Victorian, and […]
Enjoy the exceptional ambiance of evening lights as we explore how different generations of the McQuesten family celebrated Christmas. Visitors will be experience the to the home with the joyous sounds of Christmas music and the warm glow of candlelight. The historic home is fully decorated including three Christmas trees, complete with period toys and beloved […]
Enjoy the exceptional ambiance of evening lights as we explore how different generations of the McQuesten family celebrated Christmas. Visitors will be experience the to the home with the joyous sounds of Christmas music and the warm glow of candlelight. The historic home is fully decorated including three Christmas trees, complete with period toys and beloved […]
Enjoy the exceptional ambiance of evening lights as we explore how different generations of the McQuesten family celebrated Christmas. Visitors will be experience the to the home with the joyous sounds of Christmas music and the warm glow of candlelight. The historic home is fully decorated including three Christmas trees, complete with period toys and beloved […]
Get into the holiday spirit with your child in this hands-on workshop at Whitehern! Start with a fun, child-friendly tour of the historic house, where you'll see how the McQuesten family celebrated Christmas, with three stunning Christmas trees, vintage toys, and festive period decorations. Then, head to the Stable where you’ll create your own traditional […]
Celebrate the season at Whitehern, home to the McQuesten family, beautifully decorated for the holidays. Enjoy a self-guided tour through the historic house, featuring three Christmas trees, vintage toys, and period decorations. Knowledgeable staff will be on hand to share the rich history of the McQuesten family and the home, all while festive holiday music […]
Explore Whitehern through the paintings and drawings of Ruby McQuesten. Ruby was a talented artist who once supported the family financially through teaching at Ottawa Ladies’ College. Each room will feature her work offering a family-friendly glimpse into the many pieces she created and different mediums she used to express herself.
Explore Whitehern through the paintings and drawings of Ruby McQuesten. Ruby was a talented artist who once supported the family financially through teaching at Ottawa Ladies’ College. Each room will feature her work offering a family-friendly glimpse into the many pieces she created and different mediums she used to express herself.
Explore Whitehern through the paintings and drawings of Ruby McQuesten. Ruby was a talented artist who once supported the family financially through teaching at Ottawa Ladies’ College. Each room will feature her work offering a family-friendly glimpse into the many pieces she created and different mediums she used to express herself.
