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Benares Historic House is a preserved heritage home offering exhibits, tours, and programs that explore Mississauga's local history.
Amenities & Features
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Why People Love It
- ♥ Authentic WWI-era atmosphere with 95% original family belongings
- ♥ Knowledgeable and engaging guided tours provided by staff
- ♥ Quiet, picturesque park-like setting perfect for a stroll
- ♥ Elegant cream tea service served in the historic dining room
- ♥ Fascinating connection to Canadian author Mazo de la Roche
Popular Menu Items
Tea Service
Tea Service
Tea Service
Upcoming Events
Enjoy a cream tea service with sweet and savoury seasonal treats followed by a guided tour of the house. Includes scones, clotted cream, jam, and tea sandwiches.
Get TicketsEnjoy a cream tea service with sweet and savoury seasonal treats followed by a guided tour of the house.
Get TicketsDrop-in activities including outdoor games on the lawn and board games/crafts in the Visitor Centre.
Get TicketsElegant tea service featuring seasonal treats and a guided tour of the historic estate.
Get TicketsA guided evening tour uncovering the local and 'hidden' histories of Black women in Canada from early settlement onward.
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Museum Operating Hours
Benares Historic House is open Thursday through Sunday, 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. The last tour of the historic home begins at 3:00 p.m.
Source: City of Mississauga
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Accessibility
The main floor of the historic house and the Visitor Centre are wheelchair accessible. The second floor and basement are accessible by stairs only; however, a DVD tour of these areas is available upon request. Accessible washrooms are available in the Visitor Centre.
Parking
Free parking is available on-site at the museum entrance.
Transit
Located near the Clarkson GO Station. Accessible via MiWay Route 14 (Lorne Park) or Route 23 (Lakeshore).
Seasonal Note
The house features seasonal displays, including special decorations for the Christmas season. During the summer, the venue often hosts the 'On the Verandah' outdoor concert series.
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Preserved heritage home and museum.
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Address
1507 Clarkson Road North, Mississauga, ON
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