Battery Lodge, now home to the Hamilton Military Museum, began as a guardhouse during the 1837 Rebellion. Today it showcases military history through exhibits including Lawyers and Land Pirates and Blood Ties to a Gentle Landscape. Explore the Discovery Gallery, experience life as a soldier and try the accordions or drums celebrating Hamilton: city of music!

Located on the site of the Hamilton Waterworks complex, this museum features two 13.7-metre (45-foot) steam engines which pumped clean drinking water from 1859 to 1910. Built in Dundas, these steam engines are the oldest of this type still standing in North America. Join us for self-guided tour of the Boilerhouse, Pumphouse and Woodshed.

Tisdale House is the oldest home in Ancaster. In the 1820s, the building was occupied by "Charcoal Burner" John O’Neil and housed two charcoal kilns. Later, the house became an undertaker’s parlour run by George Moore. The house has been fully retrofitted and is now home to the Ancaster Community Policing Centre and the Hamilton Police Museum.

Established in 1982 by Fred Hammond, one of the founding members of Guelph’s Hammond Manufacturing, this museum houses an extensive collection of rare and historically significant pieces. The 2,000-plus items exhibited here illustrate the development of radio throughout the past 100 years. Included are crystal radios, early tabletop and broadcast pieces, early wireless sets, military and amateur radio equipment.

Originally a church, this dynamic cultural institution is dedicated to providing the community with accessible and affordable spaces to share, create, educate and perform. With a 700-seat auditorium, a commons area, kitchen/banquet facilities, and numerous smaller lofts and studios, the Harmony Centre is an example of the value of retrofitting an existing community asset to respond to changing times.

Opened in 2024, Harmony Hall is located within the former Vandorf Community Hall constructed in 1921 and is now a modern live-music and cultural venue. View historic photographs and displays, enjoy live acoustic performances by local musicians and perform your own song while enjoying light refreshments.

The Hastings and Prince Edward Regiment Museum is located on the main floor of the Belleville Armoury. The museum preserves the history of the militia, specifically the Hastings and Prince Edward Regiment, through the collection and preservation of military artifacts and documents of historical significance to the Regiment and its antecedent units.

Come visit HDR London's architectural design studio to tour an architectural practice and talk to team members about architecture and design. Take a virtual tour of completed and in-progress projects. Learn about the design process for commercial and institutional projects and join conversations on how architectural design impacts their lives. Visiting children can participate in a design competition.

One of the area’s oldest buildings, Heintzman House began as an adobe brick cottage in the early 19th century. It was expanded in 1817 by Colonel George Crookshank and later transformed in the 1930s into its present elegant form by the grandson of the founder of the Heintzman Piano Company. Visitors can enjoy guided tours and heritage displays.

Heliconian Hall, home to the Heliconian Club, is one of the oldest associations of its kind in Canada. Founded in 1909, it gives women artists, writers, musicians, dancers and actors opportunities to work together creatively. The hall itself dates to 1876 when Yorkville was still a village. Check out the simple exterior, a Victorian rose window and carved ceiling rafters.

Originally built as the Ottawa Normal School, this site is now Ottawa City Hall. Built in the Gothic Renaissance style, it reflects the influence of the Parliament Buildings — with Italianate windows and Romanesque columns. Purchased by the municipality in 1987, the restored building opened as city hall in 2001, housing the offices of the Mayor, City Manager and City Clerk.

The Heritage Centre, originally the Winchester Township Town Hall, served as a courthouse, drill hall, movie theatre, firehall and many other things. The Chesterville and District Historical Society took over the building in 1984 and has been collecting artifacts and researching local history since. The building is now maintained by the Township of North Dundas.

At this year’s Doors Open London, join Heritage London Foundation to explore the historic courthouse where the city’s beginnings were established 200 years ago. Discover courtroom tours, engaging talks and a compelling historic exhibit. Visitors can enjoy guided tours, speak with knowledgeable guides and experience downtown’s origins through this immersive journey.

Discover Hillary House National Historic Site, the Koffler Museum of Medicine, an immersive window into Aurora's past. This 1862 landmark blends striking Gothic Revival architecture with a fascinating collection of medical instruments and Victorian history. Wander beautifully preserved rooms, uncover stories of the families who lived and worked here and experience one of Canada's best preserved 19th century doctor's homes.

The original Hillside S.S. No. 4 was built around 1853 and became a “free school" in 1855. In 1976, the school closed for regular classes and began offering science and outdoor education programs instead. Currently, over 7,000 Toronto District School Board students visit annually, exploring the Rouge National Urban Park and learning more about our planet and the environment.

The design, architecture and interior shrines of this temple follow traditional Hindu architectural styles. Deities in these shrines are made of granite, marble and bronze. The large prayer hall hosts ceremonies throughout the year. The temple also houses a reference library on Hindu religion and philosophy. When visiting, everyone is required to remove their footwear.

His Majesty’s Royal Chapel of the Mohawks is the last surviving building of the Mohawk Village and the oldest surviving Protestant church in Canada. The chapel features eight stained-glass windows that tell the history of the Six Nations people. They continue to hold special services here — like Easter, Thanksgiving, Indigenous People's Day and Christmas. They can also host weddings.

This jail has a rich history. It served as a maximum-security facility for nearly a century, housing some infamous criminals. It was notorious for its harsh conditions and alleged human rights violations. Today, the jail stands as a museum and popular tourist attraction, offering visitors a glimpse into the prison's past and the harsh realities of life behind bars.

Barrie was forever changed by the 1869 arrival of one extraordinary family. Retrace the footsteps of architect Shearman Bird and his wife, Amy ‘Amoi’ Bird. The tour highlights significant places associated with the Bird family, such as private homes and grand architectural marvels, taking you through Barrie’s historical neighbourhoods and offering stunning views of Kempenfelt Bay.

Explore Collingwood’s charming historical downtown on this lively one-hour walking tour with a knowledgeable local guide. Uncover the town's rich past and vibrant present through humorous stories, striking architecture, public art and great recommendations for what to see and do while you're in town. Discover hidden gems, iconic landmarks and tales of the people who shaped the town.

This schoolhouse was built in 1869 by the farming families of the rural community known as L'Amoreaux. Several generations of children attended the school until it closed in 1955. One of hundreds of schoolhouses that used to dot the Ontario landscape, the Zion Schoolhouse serves as a rare reminder of how education was provided in rural areas in the past.

Stroll the back streets of Stouffville Centre North, established as a Heritage Conservation District in 2024. Take the road less travelled to learn about the District, Heritage Awards and Commemorative Plaquing Program. Tour departs from the Clock Tower (19 Civic Avenue, Stouffville) at 11:00 AM. Duration: 1.5 hours.

Join one of these 30-40-minute walking tours, beginning and ending at Stratford City Hall. Led by Stratford Walking Tours, you will explore the stories of the city hall, the courthouse, the Shakespearean Gardens, the Avon River and Memorial Gardens Stratford. Each 1-1.5-kilometre tour has a maximum of 25 participants. No registration required (first come, first served, rain or shine).

Downtown Hamilton is full of rich history, and the BIA's self-guided historic tour will take you through its most significant chapters to the quirky excerpts that might just surprise you. There's a fun fact for everyone just waiting to be uncovered! Made in collaboration with Hamilton Public Library and historian Bill King.

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