The Brown Homestead 10/31/26 The Brown Homestead 10/31/26

1870s Graffiti: Kids Will Be Kids

In the early 1870’s, a group of youngsters made their permanent mark on the John Brown House’s attic door and stairway. Learn more about young Newton Chellew, his local Pelham connections, and what they mean for The Brown Homestead.

The Brown Homestead 3/24/24 The Brown Homestead 3/24/24

Reflecting on Heritage in Ontario

The amendments made to the Ontario Heritage Act under Bill 23 has only exacerbated the issues facing our province’s heritage sector. In Niagara, it’s no different: our heritage is at risk. Lately, the TBH team has been reflecting on the state of heritage in Niagara. Read on for our reflections and suggestions.

The Brown Homestead 4/16/19 The Brown Homestead 4/16/19

A Glimmer of Hope on a Dark Day for France

Yesterday, our team at JBHF watched in horror as the fire raged at the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. Today, with France and the rest of the world, we are mourning the great losses. Yet there is one extraordinary blessing in the midst of the tragedy.