The Homestead Journal
The Feel of History
The John Brown House asks for your attention. It asks you to notice how your body responds when you enter a space, to ponder who walked across that same squeaky floorboard generations before. And if you let it, the home stays with you long after you leave. That's the quiet work of a place like the The Brown Homestead – to invite you in, one small gesture at a time.
The Niagara Exercise of 1914
A series of early 20th c. black and white photographs from an old Powers Family photo album indicate that military training had taken place right here at The Brown Homestead just prior to WWI. This visit fits into the broader story of military training at Camp Niagara soon after. The following article illustrates these military manoeuvres through the heart of the Niagara Region, tracing the story through the eyes of The St. Catharines Standard reporters from June 8-12, 1914.
The Niagara Escarpment Biosphere
The Brown Homestead and community around us would not exist without the Niagara Escarpment Biosphere. For our stories to continue into the future, its preservation must be prioritized.
Mapping The Brown Homestead
Our latest exhibit uses GIS technology to present our historical research about The Brown Homestead.
Stepping Into the Past
“This summer I had the opportunity to work at The Brown Homestead as their Archival Intern. These are some of my experiences while working here.“
The History of Brown
A short history of brown and its very, very important place in our world and society.
A Very Short History of The Brown Homestead
In our inaugural episode, we share A Very Short History of The Brown Homestead.
Welcome to the Open Door Podcast
The Open Door is a brand new podcast presented by The Brown Homestead.