Hamilton’s first Waterworks pays tribute to the social and working life of the early industrial revolution and the spirit of Canada’s ‘Ambitious City’. The museum preserves the oldest surviving Canadian-built 70-ton stationary steam engines – one of which is set in motion daily for demonstration purposes. Experience on-demand guided tours and special events for the whole family including drop-in programming during Family Day, March Break and Christmas, and Live Steamer Days in partnership with the Golden Horseshoe Live Steamers from May through October. Please note that due to the historic nature of the Waterworks, many areas are not fully accessible to strollers or wheelchairs; please call ahead for details.
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Summer Nights: Extended Hours at the Steam Museum
Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology – National Historic Site900 Woodward Avenue, Hamilton, ON, L8H 7N2
Dates: July 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Ages: All
Cost: Regular museum admission rates apply: Adults: Adults: $10.00, Seniors/Youth: $8.50, Children: $6.00, Infants: Free, Family: $27.50. Pre-registration required.
Secrets in the Steam: A Murder Mystery
Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology – National Historic Site900 Woodward Avenue, Hamilton, ON, L8H 7N2
Date: September 13 & 14, 2024
Time: 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM & 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Ages: 14+ years
Cost: Interactive performance tickets: $25.00 per person. Museum admission sold separately.
Train Days with the Golden Horseshoe Live Steamers
Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology – National Historic Site900 Woodward Avenue, Hamilton, ON, L8H 7N2
Dates: May 25 & 26, June 8 & 23, July 7, 14 & 28, August 18, September 8 & 22
Time: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Ages: All
Cost: FREE event. Museum admission by donation. Donations can be made by cash or credit card at the museum admission desk.
Cholera and Industrial Heritage Cemetery Tour (September)
Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology – National Historic SiteThe Hamilton Cemetery, 777 York Blvd., Hamilton
Time: 10:00 AM -11:00 AM
Cost: FREE
Ages: All
Sensory-Friendly Morning Tour at Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology National Historic Site
Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology – National Historic Site900 Woodward Avenue, Hamilton, ON, L8H 7N2
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Ages: All
Cost: $10.00, Seniors/Youth: $8.50, Children: $6.00, Infants: Free, Family: $27.50.
HPL Library Pass applicable. Pre-registration required. Limited tickets available.
Winter Break Activity Centre: Sweetland!
Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology – National Historic Site900 Woodward Avenue, Hamilton, ON, L8H 7N2
Dates: December 21, 2024 - January 5, 2025 (Closed Mondays, December 25, December 26, and New Years Day)
Time: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Ages: 3 to 12 years (Adult supervision required)
Cost: FREE entry to the Activity Centre. Regular museum admission rates apply: $10.00, Seniors/Youth: $8.50, Children: $6.00, Infants: Free, Family: $27.50.
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