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PDF (New Window)| Record #: BTN1394 | Last Full Update: 30 Sep 2020 |
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| Public Comments | Services altered in response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Ireland House Museum will remain closed while physical distancing measures are in place Joseph Brant Museum open Tue-Sat, 10 am-3:30 pm (last booking time is 2:30 pm) * purchase tickets in advance online for a designated entry time (walk-in visitors will be accommodated if possible) * non-medical masks or face coverings are mandatory, except for children under the age of 3 * parking lot is open for visitors * gift shop open during operating hours Events, meetings, educational programs, and guided tours are cancelled until further notice Venue rentals are not available at this time |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | 905-332-9888 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-800-374-2099 |
| museuminfo@burlington.ca | |
| Website | museumsofburlington.ca |
| Social Media |  Facebook: www.facebook.com/MuseumsBurlON Instagram: www.instagram.com/museumsburlon/ Twitter: twitter.com/MuseumsBurlON |
| Volunteer Coordinator | Robin Hill, Volunteer Program Administrator; Email: robin.hill@burlington.ca |
| Contact Form | museumsofburlington.ca/contact-us/ |
| Agency Information | |
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit |
| Description and Service Details | |
| Description (Service) | Services altered in response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Ireland House Museum will remain closed while physical distancing measures are in place Joseph Brant Museum open Tue-Sat, 10 am-3:30 pm (last booking time is 2:30 pm) * purchase tickets in advance online for a designated entry time (walk-in visitors will be accommodated if possible) * non-medical masks or face coverings are mandatory, except for children under the age of 3 * parking lot is open for visitors * gift shop open during operating hours Events, meetings, educational programs, and guided tours are cancelled until further notice Venue rentals are not available at this time -------------------- The Museums of Burlington (Joseph Brant Museum and Ireland House Museum) are dedicated to the preservation, promotion, and presentation of the heritage of Burlington The Ireland House, built between 1835 and 1837, was the home of Joseph Ireland, one of Burlington's earliest settlers * the homestead has been restored to illustrate three distinct time periods that represent the generations of Irelands who lived in the house: the 1850s, 1890s and 1920s * property consists of 4 acres of woodland, gardens, potting shed, cottage/drive shed, and picnic areas The Museum offers tours of the property, living historical demonstrations, special events and educational programs |
| Hours | Museum: Tue-Fri 10 am-4 pm, Sun 1 pm-4 pm * last tour leaves at 4 pm daily (closed major holidays * see website for summer hours) Office: Mon-Fri 9 am-4:30 pm |
| Areas Served | Halton Region |
| Eligibility | No restrictions |
| Application | Contact for information |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | Admission |
| Site Information | |
| Site Location | Guelph Line north of Upper Middle Rd |
| Located In Community | Burlington |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Guelph Line and Upper Middle Rd |
| Physical Access | Partially Accessible - parking, main floor and washrooms in Oakridge Interpretive Centre are accessible * Ireland House is not accessible |
| Categories and Classification | |
| HCSD Main Heading | Arts / Culture |
| HCSD Sub Heading | Historic Preservation ; Museums & Historical Societies |
| Service Categories | Historic Preservation ; Museums |
