ASI is the largest archaeological and heritage consultancy in Canada, with offices in Toronto and Burlington. They have over 35 years of experience in the production and dissemination of knowledge about Ontario’s past. Come and visit the expanded Burlington office to meet the team of archaeologists and heritage specialists, see some artifacts and learn about local heritage!

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The Art Gallery of Burlington is a public art gallery that stages 20 regional, national and international exhibitions a year. The gallery is home to seven art and fine-craft guilds, as well as the world’s largest collection of Canadian contemporary ceramics. An interactive and creative space, the gallery provides art and craft education programs for people of all ages.

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Burlington Camera has been a family-owned photography store at the same location since 1959! The current building replaced the family home in 1979. They have witnessed the ever-changing global photographic industry and Burlington’s evolving community. Step through the doors and let them show you.

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Constructed in 1970 by architects Brook, Carruthers, Grierson, Shaw, this award-winning building provides a glimpse inside one of Burlington’s finest examples of brutalist/modernist architecture. The library, as a community space, is free for everyone and offers books, movies, music, magazines and more! With Doors Open, you get a backstage pass to tour behind the scenes here at the Central Branch.

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The Burlington Radio Control Modelers has approximately 160 members who share an interest in flying model aircraft. Their aim is to keep the hobby alive and pass on the enjoyment to others. The property includes a clubhouse, spectator seating area, a 121-metre (400-foot) asphalt runway and a grass runway. During Doors Open, visitors can tour the site and watch demonstrations.

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In 1843, the East Plains United Church started as a simple frame building where citizens would gather for meetings. Over 175 years, the church added a brick façade and cornerstones, survived a fire, merged with the United Church and installed a historical plaque commemorating the Indigenous farm workers of Aldershot. Discover the church’s history and its 130-year-old cemetery.

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Built in 1906 for the Grand Trunk Railway as a combination passenger and baggage depot, the Burlington West Station (formerly Burlington Junction, known as Freeman Station) exhibits stylistic features characteristic of Grand Trunk Railway stations constructed in that decade. Today, Freeman Station is managed by a group of community volunteers, now incorporated as the Friends of Freeman Station.

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Built in the early 1990s, the Halton Mosque is the only masjid (a Muslim place of worship) in the City of Burlington. Since it opened, it has been the primary centre for prayer, learning and recreation for the Burlington Muslim community. During Doors Open, take a tour of this unique building and learn about the Islamic faith and culture.

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Holy Cross Lutheran Church has interesting features, both inside and out. The interior has an impressive set of 15 stained-glass panels, which were completed between 1978 and 1985. The exterior features a pollinator garden, solar panels and a community garden. During Doors Open, visit this church and learn about its history – and how they have reduced their ecological footprint!

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Holy Sepulchre Catholic Cemetery is the Diocese of Hamilton’s best-known cemetery. Opened in 1875, it is the resting place of many of the diocese’s bishops, priests and religious sisters. In 1889, the beautiful Holy Sepulchre Chapel was consecrated by Bishop Dowling. It is situated in one of the most historical areas of the cemetery, overlooking the shores of Lake Ontario.

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Built in 1837, Ireland House was the home of Joseph Ireland, one of Burlington’s earliest settlers. In 1820, he purchased the land that would become the future site of his family home. Ireland and his descendants occupied this house until 1985. Today, the site consists of the original homestead, gardens, woodland, a potting shed, a cottage/drive shed and picnic area.

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Discover Burlington’s rich cultural past and early foundations at the Joseph Brant Museum. This museum houses a collection of locally and nationally significant historical costumes, artifacts and archival materials. Explore the early history of Burlington, learn about our first citizen, Joseph Brant, and experience the Burlington S.T.E.A.M. Zone! Pre-registration required for guided tours.

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Nickel Brook is Burlington's only craft brewery. Founded in 2005, it has grown to be one of the leading players in the Ontario craft beer industry with a huge range of products. From hoppy IPAs and fruity sours to rich stouts, there's something here for even the most discerning beer lover.

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The NUVO Network is a multipurpose building in Burlington with three fully-equipped and superbly serviced studios in an expansive 13,935-square-metre (150,000-square-foot), modern facility. It is a synergetic, secular space connecting entrepreneurs, content creators, and community champions, providing access to state-of-the-art multimedia facilities - including podcasting, video production and recording studios.

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Experience Canada’s largest botanical garden and immerse yourself in over 1,092 hectares (2,700 acres) of breathtaking gardens and spectacular sanctuaries that are brimming with wildlife. A National Historic Site within a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, these five unique garden areas provide a stunning location for tours, weekend entertainment and year-round exhibitions – complete with three onsite restaurants and a gift shop.

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Originally built in 1858 as a Methodist church, this structure later became the local headquarters for the Canadian Legion. Since 1949, the building has been home to the Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps Iron Duke. The Sea Cadets is a free program that teaches youth leadership, seamanship and more. See the Gothic-revival architecture and hear about the 1980 fire!

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The Skyway Wastewater Treatment Plant cleans and treats wastewater for the City of Burlington. Through a series of filtration processes, the facility has the capacity to treat and discharge the equivalent of over 56 Olympic-sized pools of clean water into Hamilton Harbour, Lake Ontario every day. Registration is required to visit.

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St. Paul’s is one of Ontario’s oldest Presbyterian congregations, with area settlers first worshipping in a barn. A wooden church opened in 1822, which was replaced by a brick church, now a private home, in 1868. The present church building opened in 1993. The 1867 and 1993 buildings stand on either side of the Dundas Street cemetery (begun in 1817).

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