Hamilton Civic Museums

The Hamilton Military Museum

Ancaster Municipal Service Centre to be closed May 5 to June 2

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Dundurn National Historic Site
610 York Blvd, Hamilton, ON L8R 3H1

Call 905-546-2424 ext. 3168
Email [email protected]

Museum Open Year-round
Tuesday to Sunday from 12 noon to 4 pm
Friday evenings in July from 6 pm to 8 pm

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Please note that major road construction is taking place on York Blvd. from Dundurn St. N. to Caroline St. N. Traffic is reduced in this area to one lane in each direction resulting in potential delays and bike lane detours. Dundurn Castle, The Hamilton Military Museum and Dundurn Park remain open during this construction and the parking lot is fully accessible. Visitors are advised to allot extra time when travelling to the site.

Thank you in advance for your patience as we transition to new online ticketing software to enhance and streamline your booking experience.
Please email [email protected] with any questions.

As of February 3, 2025, general admission tickets will be available for purchase in-person only at the museums. Hamilton Public Library cards can be presented in-person at the museums to receive free general admission.

Hamilton Military Museum

Featured Exhibits

Blood Ties to a Gentle Landscape

Hamilton and Scourge

Virtual Tour of the War of 1812

Lawyers & Land Pirates - Revolution at the Gates

Blood Ties to a Gentle Landscape tells the diverse and personal stories of the people who lived on and around Burlington Heights during the War of 1812 by connecting artifacts, historic personalities and the perceptions of some modern-day descendants.

These connections create blood ties to this gentle landscape. Included in this exhibit is the companion video Blood Ties to a Gentle Landscape, a display of archaeological finds from Dundurn Park and an interactive Discovery Gallery with hands-on costumes and an encampment for children.

These unique shipwrecks are the only complete 1812 warships in the world. The well-preserved ships sit upright and intact 90 metres below the waves of Lake Ontario, off the coast of Port Dalhousie. Digital video, images and exhibit panels allow visitors to get up close and personal with a time capsule of early 19th century naval life on the Great Lakes.

Visit local landmarks and learn about the British encampment at Burlington Heights, the Battle of Stoney Creek and the Hamilton & Scourge warships.

Lawyers and Land Pirates – Revolution at the Gates

Discover local history where it happened! The Hamilton Military Museum, once a guardhouse for Dundurn Castle during the 1837 Rebellion, was known as Battery Lodge. Explore the events that sparked the Rebellion and uncover the fates of those involved. Immerse yourself in MacNab’s recreated guardroom and experience history firsthand.

Throughout the exhibit, visitors can try on period uniforms, step into a mock jail cell, view an original Rebellion box crafted by a political prisoner in 1838 and test their luck at the Wheel of Justice. Delve into this fascinating chapter of history at the exhibit Lawyers and Land Pirates – Revolution at the Gates.

Admission rates

Regular admission rates and hours of operation apply to all events unless otherwise indicated.

Admission to the Military Museum is included in the cost for Dundurn National Historic Site.

Age/Group	Rate
Adult (18 to 59 years)	$6.00
Senior (65+ years)	$5.50
Youth (13 to 17 years)	$5.50
Child (6 to 12 years)	$4.00
Infant (5 years or younger)	FREE
Family (2 adults & unlimited dependent children under 18 years)	$16.00