Events, Workshops and ExhibitionsAdmission rates and scheduled events are subject to change. Please call to confirm.
Wonderland At Whitehern
Whitehern Historic House & Garden
Expect the unexpected on a whimsical visit through the looking glass this March Break at Whitehern. Enjoy crazy croquet, sugar cube toss and don't miss our Mad Hatter Tea Party on the Wednesday where you can purchase tea and themed treats.
Date: Monday, March 15, 2010 to Sunday, March 21, 2010
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Ages: 5 years and older. Must be accompanied by an adult.
Cost: Regular admission rates apply to the museum.
Exhibit: Hats Off
Whitehern Historic House & Garden
Three generations of McQuestens wore hats. View lace caps to top hats displayed throughout the house and on exhibit during the month of April.
Date: Thursday, April 1, 2010 to Friday, April 30, 2010
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Regular admission rates apply to the museum.
Workshop: All The Frills Upon It
Whitehern Historic House & Garden
Join the parade this Easter at Whitehern with the old tradition of a new hat. Children create their own paper hat to celebrate spring and participate in a mid-day garden hat parade. Prizes awarded to all parading participants.
Date: Sunday, April 4, 2010
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Ages:
Cost:
Doors Open Hamilton
Whitehern Historic House & Garden
Celebrate Hamilton's rich history and explore its architectural gems and undiscovered treasures.
Date: Saturday, May 1, 2010 and Sunday, May 2, 2010
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE
Mother's Day Tea
Whitehern Historic House & Garden
Treat Mom to a special memory with proper afternoon tea at Whitehern. Each tea includes a house visit at 1:00 p.m. or 3:00 p.m. Tea is served at 2:00 p.m. Space is limited; please book early to avoid disappointment.
Date: Sunday, May 9, 2010
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: $25.00 per person. Pre-registration required.
Workshop: Ruby And The Rose
Whitehern Historic House & Garden
Ruby McQuesten won first prize in the Hamilton Art School's annual student exhibition in 1895. Her tragic early death from tuberculosis left a small collection which you will view work from during your visit to the family home. Using Ruby's watercolours as inspiration, join Nonni Iller as she teaches participants the basics of creating botanical watercolours.
Date: Sunday, May 30, 2010
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Ages: 12 years and older.
Cost: $40.00 per person. All supplies provided. Free parking. Pre-registration required.
2010 Grand Durand Garden Tour
Whitehern Historic House & Garden
This self-directed tour allows visitors a peek into 12 fabulous gardens within Hamilton's historic Durand neighbourhood. Refreshments will be served at The Stable at Whitehern.
Date: Saturday, June 12, 2010
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: $15.00 per person. Tickets on sale May 1. Contact the Durand Neighbourhood Association at 905-527-6820 or visit www.duranda.com.
Wednesdays At Whitehern
Whitehern Historic House & Garden
On Wednesdays, bring your lunch and enjoy the garden and all-you-can-drink tea or lemonade while listening to live music. Limited tables and chairs provided.
Date: Wednesday, June 30, 2010 to Wednesday, September 1, 2010
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Ages:
Cost: $1.00 for tea or lemonade. Regular admission rates apply to the museum.
Dominion Day Open House
Whitehern Historic House & Garden
In recognition of Canada Day, Whitehern is hosting an Open House.
Date: Thursday, July 1, 2010
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Pay what you can.
Family Picnic Day
Whitehern Historic House & Garden
Grandparents and grandchildren alike will enjoy old fashioned family fun, including egg and spoon races, three-legged races, croquet and other outdoor fun. Bring your own picnic and blanket. All you can drink lemonade will be available for $1.00 per person.
Date: Friday, July 9, 2010
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free outdoor event. Regular admission rates apply to the museum.
Teddy Bear's Picnic
Whitehern Historic House & Garden
If you go down to the woods today....Children will enjoy cookies, songs, old-fashioned games, a teddy bear parade and a teddy bear hospital. Don't forget to bring your own teddy bear to join in on the fun!
Date: Friday, August 6, 2010
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Ages: 3 to 7 years.
Cost: $1.00 for tea or lemonade. Regular admission rates apply to the museum.
Workshop: Warm And Cozy
Whitehern Historic House & Garden
Get cozy this fall by making your own tea cosy. Visit the house and see the family tea cosies on display, then create a unique version to take home to your own home or to give as a gift. All materials supplied.
Date: Saturday, September 18, 2010
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Ages: 12 years and older.
Cost: $35.00 All materials supplied. Pre-registration required.
The Pumpkin Party
Whitehern Historic House & Garden
Decorate your own 1930s-style paper mache pumpkin to take home; play pumpkin-themed games and decorate and eat a pumpkin face cookie. Fun for the whole family.
Date: Saturday, October 30, 2010
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: $5.00 Drop-in program.
Not Dead But Gone Before
Whitehern Historic House & Garden
On an evening visit to the McQuesten home, hear excerpts from the family's personal letters, papers, and obituaries that provide insight into the private lives of the family, interspersed with facts about Victorian mourning rituals. Then visit the Stable for tea, sweets, and entertainment.
Date: Saturday, November 6, 2010
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Ages: 19 years and older.
Cost: $15.00 per person. Pre-registration required.
The Mcquesten's Childhood Christmas
Whitehern Historic House & Garden
Enjoy this special time of year as the McQuestens look back on the Christmas of their childhood. Once a year we reveal the family's toys under a tree adorned with whimsical decorations in the style of the 1880s. The table is set with the China they used for Christmas and New Year's from the 1850s when they visited Grandpa, to the 1930s when Tom entertained his fellow politicians. Cedar roping and satin ribbon complete the picture.
Date: Saturday, November 20, 2010 to Sunday, January 2, 2011 (Closed Mondays)
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Regular admission rates apply to the museum.
Christmas Family Sundays
Whitehern Historic House & Garden
Celebrate the holiday season with your family. Enjoy a casual visit to view the McQuesten Childhood Christmas in the home, then visit The Stable for a seasonal concert and sing-along with refreshments.
Date: Sunday, December 12, 2010 to Sunday, December 26, 2010 (Sundays in December)
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Regular admission rates apply to the museum.
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