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Visit Dundurn Castle, the magnificent home of Sir Allan Napier MacNab, one of Canada's first premiers. Discover mid-19th-century Hamilton on your tour of more than 40 rooms on three floors. Experience life in a grand country home for the MacNab family and the servants working below stairs.
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Prominently situated in a walled garden, Whitehern is an outstanding example of a mid 19th century urban estate that reflects the alterations made by three generations of the McQuesten family.
Investigate the War of 1812, the Rebellion of 1837–38, the Boer War and World War I. See a reconstructed World War I trench, a medals display and our changing exhibit gallery. There is something for everyone, including games for children.
The Hamilton Children's Museum is an exciting and interactive destination for young children. We welcome schools, community organizations, daycare classes and group bookings.
Fieldcote is a cultural heritage centre with an emphasis on the collection, preservation and exhibition of local history, the promotion of fine arts and the celebration of natural heritage through beautiful landscaped gardens and walking trails.
Take a peek into life at the beginning of Canada's industrial revolution. This magnificent example of 19th century public works architecture preserves two 45-foot high, 70-ton steam engines which pumped the first clean water to the city over 140 years ago.
The Gage Homestead, built in 1796, captures the way of life during the early 19th century. During the War of 1812, the family fled to the cellar as the Battle of Stoney Creek raged outside. Today, the Battlefield Monument stands as a symbol of peace and commemorates those soldiers who died on June 6, 1813.
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