Historic Districts/Sites

Individual homes or other buildings, neighbourhoods and/or entire communities that have been singled out for preservation by the local city council or other local officials because of their architectural or historical significance. Historic homes and other structures in an historic district may be open to the public and guided tours may be available.

 

Services
Beach Canal Lighthouse Group Meetings and Events

Citizens working to ensure the Burlington Canal limestone lighthouse and light keeper's cottage are celebrated and preserved for future generations. In addition to holding General Meetings, they participate in a variety of community events and celebrations, including Hamilton’s Heritage Day (Febr

Burlington Canal Light Station

A historical building located at the entrance to Hamilton Harbour. It comprises an 1858 stone Imperial tower and an 1857 brick keeper's cottage.

Doors Open Hamilton

A two-day event held annually on the first full weekend of May, part of a province wide celebration of community heritage.

Doors Open Ontario

A provincewide event administered by Ontario Heritage Trust, an agency of the Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism, which attracts visitors to unique heritage sites and cultural tourism experiences. 

Beach Canal Lighthouse Group

Citizens working to ensure the Burlington Canal limestone lighthouse and light keeper's cottage, Canada's only complete light station remaining on Lake Ontario, are celebrated and preserved for future generations.

Hamilton Conservation Authority Site Services

The Hamilton Conservation Authority offers various services, recreational spaces, as well as year-round and seasonal activities at their sites. These may include:

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