Hours & Admission
Visit Niagara’s Homestead.
We’re officially open for the 2026 season starting Thursday, May 21!
Open Thursdays & Fridays, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Explore the 220+ year-old buildings on our site, learn about heritage conservation practices and see projects in progress, discover stories of rural farming families, and connect with Niagara's rich history.
Visitors are welcome to drop-in and spend time on our property. Bring a meal to share on our picnic tables, pick-up a children’s activity, or take a digital walking tour of our site using GuideTags.
Discover Rural Niagara History
What to do while you visit:
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Discover stories of the Homestead on your own.
Download the GuideTags app and wander the property while you learn
Pick up an I-Spy Activity designed for young families
Pack a picnic and stay awhile
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Guided tours begin on the hour at the front of the John Brown House. Tours are approximately 60 minutes. We recommend booking your tour in advance of your visit to save your spot, as tour space is limited.
Please submit a form.
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On display this season:
Places That Speak: Built Heritage Photography - May 21 to 30
Indigenous Art 2026 Preview - June 6 to 19
Niagara in Focus Community Photo Exhibit - May 21 to Oct 9
Admission by Donation
The Brown Homestead is a registered charity, and your donations support our programming and ongoing adaptive reuse of the site. We recommend $5 per person to visit our historic site.
We have a cash donation box and can accept donations online.
Book a Tour
Hours of Operation
For bookings outside of regular hours, please email Director of Community Engagement Sara Nixon at snixon@thebrownhomestead.ca or call 905-328-1646.
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Thursday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Friday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m
Starting Victoria Day.
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Thursday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Friday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Through to Thanksgiving weekend.
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Tours available by appointment.
Please contact Director of Community Engagement at snixon@thebrownhomestead.ca or call 905-328-1646.
