Joseph Brant Museum
Tourism Region: Festival Country
A replica of the home of the famous Mohawk, Captain Joseph Brant, Thayendanegea. Joseph Brant Museum explores the evolution of Burlington from the pre-contact period and its origins as an agricultural port to a diverse urban community. The museum also contains an extensive costume and costume accessories collection from the 19th and 20th centuries.
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Location
Address: 1240 North Shore Boulevard EastBurlington, Ontario
L7S 1C5
Telephone: 905-634-3556/1-888-748-5386
Fax: 905-634-4498
Hours of Operation
Operations:
Toute l'année
February - Heritage Day; July - Strawberry Social; August - Joseph Brant Day.
Open: Tuesday to Friday: 10am to 4:30pm
Sunday: 1pm to 4:30pm
Closed:
Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Sunday
Closed major holidays - Family Day, Good Friday, Easter Monday, Victoria Day, August Civic Holiday, Labour Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve through to New Year's Day.
Administration fees
Admission:
Payante
Adult: $ 4.50
Senior / Student: $ 4.00
Child (5-12 years): $ 2.25
Child (Under 5 years): Free
About Collections
The collection at Joseph Brant Museum represents the history of Burlington, Joseph Brant and Canadian historical costume.
Approximate number of objects in the collections: 25,000
Archives
The archival collection contains a variety of documents which directly relate to Burlington's history, Joseph Brant and Canadian historical costume. Archives include postcards, letters, birth/death/marriage records, receipts, and photographs.
Documents architecturaux •
Documents cartographiques •
Estampes et dessins •
Photographies
Decorative Arts
Decorative arts collection is part of our exhibit's program.
Céramique, porcelaine ou poterie •
Costumes •
Meubles ou mobilier •
Verre •
Ferronnerie, argenterie ou orfèvrerie •
Instruments de musique •
Textiles ou tapisseries
Fine Arts
Fine arts collection is part of our exhibit's program.
Culture:
Canadienne •
Autochtone ou Premières Nations •
Européenne
Period:
Contemporaine •
Historique
Media:
Peintures •
Photographies •
Estampes et dessins •
Sculptures •
Carnets à croquis ou albums
Miscellaneous:
Art folklorique
Human History
Human history collection is part of the museum's overall collection and integrated within the exhibit's program.
Agriculture
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Objets archéologiques
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Objets de cérémonie
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Horloges ou instruments qui marquent le temps
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Équipement de communication
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Costumes et accessoires
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Monnaie
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Électricité
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Exploration et relèvement
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Meubles ou mobilier
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Objets et technologie domestique
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Traitement d'images
: Histoire et technologie du film
: Photographie
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Technologie et histoire industrielles
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Histoire locale
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Manuscrits
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Cartes, tableaux, plans ou bleus
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Masques
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Médailles
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Souvenirs
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Histoire et technologie militaires
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Instruments de musique
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Histoire orale
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Objets religieux ou liturgiques
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Équipement de sports
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Timbres
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Jeux et jouets
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Armes et armements
Services & Activities
Public and educational programming; research services; visitor services; exhibitions; outreach programs and education kits; special events and activities.
Research Services
Collection of archival material, research library, research files and genealogy related to Burlington history. Our research policy provides clear guidelines for researchers and outlines fees for service. Research requests must be in writing or by phone.
Dossiers d'archives •
Recherche généalogique •
Bibliothèque
Educational Programs
Hands-on educational programs within curriculum guidelines. Programs can be customized to meet specific needs. Also have available education outreach kits and outreach services.
Démonstrations
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Centre ou salles de découvertes
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Programmes pour les écoles
Visitor Services
Guided/self-guided tours, gift shop, public washrooms
Visites guidées
: Anglais
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Près des transports en commun
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Centre d'information
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Location de salles de réunion
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Sentiers d'interprétation de la nature ou jardins
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Stationnement
: Gratuit
: Autobus
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Boutique
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Toilettes
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Aménagement pour besoins spéciaux
: Stationnement
: Accessible aux fauteuils roulants
Other: Wheelchair accessibility is limited to main floor only, with no washroom access.
Other Guided Tours: Wheelchair access is limited to the first floor, with no access to washrooms.
Volunteer Services
Services de bénévoles offerts •
Formation aux bénévoles offerte
Number of Volunteers: 100
Activities: Tour guides, education assistants, maintenance, collections assistants, special event assistants, reception
Member Privileges
Free admission to museum and special events,35% discount on fees for special programs and children's programs, 25% discount in the museum shops, use of research libraries, 10% discount on facility rentals, quarterly newsletter.
Food Services
We do not have any on-site food services.
Aire de pique-niques
Internet Services
Renseignements généraux •
Collections •
Activités •
Éducation •
Programmes ou visites scolaires •
Jeunes •
Directions ou carte •
Boutique •
Autres services Internet
Local Tourism Links
Other Services
Membership services: http://www.museumsofburlington.com/joseph-brant/membership
Publications & Products
Publications and products related to Burlington History from pre-contact to present day with a special emphasis on Canadian costume.
Livres •
Brochures •
Trousses pédagogiques •
Bulletins d'information •
Cartes postales •
T-shirts, sweatshirts ou casquettes
Other: Selection of historical books on the founding and settlement of Burlington. Books on Canadian costume and First Nations.
