Joesph Brant Museum

In 1798, King George III granted the Mohawk and British army captain 3,450 acres at the head-of-the-lake (Burlington Bay) for his services to the Crown during the Seven Years War and the American Revolution. The Museum was built to commemorate Joseph Brant as Burlington’s first citizen. Construction began in 1937, with the official opening of the Museum on May 22, 1942.

For over 30 years, the need to improve the facilities was a well-documented priority. In 2016-17, three levels of government and the Burlington Museums Foundation were able to make this long-awaited objective a reality by committing to the ‘Joseph Brant Museum Transformation’ project.

Designed by Chamberlain Architectural Services Limited, the ‘new’ Joseph Brant Museum opened September 15, 2019. The facility will be a LEED designated building.

With the replica of the homestead of Joseph Brant ‘Thayendanegea’ (1742-1807) serving as a beacon, the facility features three permanent galleries, space for travelling exhibitions and a dedicated programming area for school groups and education programs. By sharing perspectives about the past, present and future, we share in building a culturally diverse community.