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SUMMARY:Heritage Day Free Weekend at Whitehern
DESCRIPTION: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 Edwardian eras in the context of Thomas B. McQuesten’s career in 1939. \n  \n  \nFree guided tours. Pre-registration is not available. Tours are available first-come\, first-served by registering at the museum on the day. Capacity is limited. \n  \n  \nFor more information\, email museums@hamilton.ca or call 905-546-3168.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/heritage-day-free-weekend-at-whitehern/2026-02-22/
LOCATION:Whitehern Historic House & Garden\, 41 Jackson St. West\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 1L3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton,Indoor
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SUMMARY:Heritage Day Free Weekend at Whitehern
DESCRIPTION: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 Edwardian eras in the context of Thomas B. McQuesten’s career in 1939. \n  \n  \nFree guided tours. Pre-registration is not available. Tours are available first-come\, first-served by registering at the museum on the day. Capacity is limited. \n  \n  \nFor more information\, email museums@hamilton.ca or call 905-546-3168.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/heritage-day-free-weekend-at-whitehern/2026-02-21/
LOCATION:Whitehern Historic House & Garden\, 41 Jackson St. West\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 1L3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton,Indoor
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SUMMARY:A Candlelit Christmas Evening Tour at Whitehern
DESCRIPTION: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 artifacts nestled underneath\, and the dining room table is beautifully set with the original china the family used for Christmas and New Year’s celebrations. \nNote: There are three time slots for this event: \n\n6 pm to 7 pm\n7 pm to 8 pm\n8 pm to 9 pm
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/a-candlelit-christmas-evening-tour-at-whitehern/2025-12-19/
LOCATION:Whitehern Historic House & Garden\, 41 Jackson St. West\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 1L3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Christmas Events,Hamilton
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SUMMARY:A Candlelit Christmas Evening Tour at Whitehern
DESCRIPTION: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 artifacts nestled underneath\, and the dining room table is beautifully set with the original china the family used for Christmas and New Year’s celebrations. \nNote: There are three time slots for this event: \n\n6 pm to 7 pm\n7 pm to 8 pm\n8 pm to 9 pm
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/a-candlelit-christmas-evening-tour-at-whitehern/2025-12-12/
LOCATION:Whitehern Historic House & Garden\, 41 Jackson St. West\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 1L3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Christmas Events,Hamilton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251205T180000
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DTSTAMP:20260521T192536
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SUMMARY:A Candlelit Christmas Evening Tour at Whitehern
DESCRIPTION: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 artifacts nestled underneath\, and the dining room table is beautifully set with the original china the family used for Christmas and New Year’s celebrations. \nNote: There are three time slots for this event: \n\n6 pm to 7 pm\n7 pm to 8 pm\n8 pm to 9 pm
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/a-candlelit-christmas-evening-tour-at-whitehern/2025-12-05/
LOCATION:Whitehern Historic House & Garden\, 41 Jackson St. West\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 1L3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Christmas Events,Hamilton
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SUMMARY:Workshop - Family Christmas Ornaments
DESCRIPTION: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 ornaments and decorations to take home for your own tree. A perfect way for families to make holiday memories while learning about history and crafting something special! \nSlots available throughout the day.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/workshop-family-christmas-ornaments/
LOCATION:Whitehern Historic House & Garden\, 41 Jackson St. West\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 1L3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Christmas Events,Hamilton
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SUMMARY:Christmas Open House at Whitehern
DESCRIPTION: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 fills the air. \nJoin us to experience this holiday tradition at Whitehern!
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/christmas-open-house-at-whitehern/
LOCATION:Whitehern Historic House & Garden\, 41 Jackson St. West\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 1L3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Christmas Events,Free,Hamilton
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SUMMARY:March Break Whitehern on canvas
DESCRIPTION: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. 
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/march-break-whitehern-on-canvas/2025-03-16/
LOCATION:Whitehern Historic House & Garden\, 41 Jackson St. West\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 1L3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hamilton,March Break
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SUMMARY:March Break Whitehern on canvas
DESCRIPTION: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. 
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/march-break-whitehern-on-canvas/2025-03-15/
LOCATION:Whitehern Historic House & Garden\, 41 Jackson St. West\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 1L3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hamilton,March Break
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250314T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250314T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T192536
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SUMMARY:March Break Whitehern on canvas
DESCRIPTION: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. 
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/march-break-whitehern-on-canvas/2025-03-14/
LOCATION:Whitehern Historic House & Garden\, 41 Jackson St. West\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 1L3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hamilton,March Break
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