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Dundas Museum & Archives shares the history and heritage of Dundas through exhibits and community programming. It is a meaningful cultural listing for families, history lovers, and local exploration.
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Dundas Museum & Archives shares the history and heritage of Dundas through exhibits and community programming. It is a meaningful cultural listing for families, history lovers, and local exploration. This listing is part of Excitorama's Hamilton Phase 2D expansion and is set up as a free community listing that may later be claimed or upgraded.
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Why People Love It
- ♥ Small museum with a big heart and passionate curation
- ♥ Engaging exhibits ranging from local fossils to modern art
- ♥ Free admission makes it a welcoming community gem
- ♥ Beautifully integrated historic and modern architecture
- ♥ Knowledgeable staff and warm, welcoming atmosphere
Upcoming Events
A collaborative exhibition with Strata Montessori exploring critical contemporary issues like gender equality and climate justice through art.
Get TicketsA celebratory display featuring artifacts from the permanent collection specially selected by members of the Dundas community.
Get TicketsExhibition of works by Canadian landscape and portrait artist Murray Van Halem.
Get TicketsA summer day camp for children ages 5-10 featuring hands-on activities, outdoor play, and local excursions.
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Accessibility
The museum is fully accessible, featuring a gradual ramp and button-operated door at the Albert Street entrance. An elevator provides access to all levels, and a courtesy wheelchair is available in the atrium. Accessible washrooms are on-site. Quiet Hours are held every Thursday from 9 to 10 AM.
Parking
Ample 2-hour street parking is available on the residential streets surrounding the museum. One accessible parking space is available on-site and can be reserved in advance by calling 905-627-7412.
Transit
Easily accessible via Hamilton Street Railway (HSR). Take the Westbound 5 Delaware (to 52 Head Street) bus to the Albert St at King St W stop, which is one block from the museum.
Seasonal Note
During the summer months, the museum hosts themed 'Museum Camps' for children. Seasonal walking tours of historic Dundas are also available both guided and self-guided.
Why Excitorama Recommends This
This is a useful Hamilton experience to recommend when users are looking for museum, attractions, or things to do in Dundas.
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