Free Museums in Guelph

"Formerly known as Hamilton Place, the FirstOntario Concert Hall and the Art Gallery of Hamilton are situated in Commonwealth Square, directly across from City Hall. The Concert Hall was completed in 1973 and Art Gallery was completed in 1977. Architect Trevor Garwood-Jones designed both buildings in the late modern brutalist style, though the AGH received a contemporary facelift and some interior work by KPMB Architects in 2005."

"Fearful Symmetry: The Art of John Scott, installation view at the Art Gallery of Hamilton|© Mike Lalich. One of the city’s most established galleries, the Art Gallery of Hamilton is the gem of Hamilton’s art district. With a substantial collection of over 10,000 works of art – from historical European and Canadian pieces to contemporary art – AGH is the largest public art gallery in Southwestern Ontario."

"Nicknamed Canada's "fightingest ship" for its record of sinking the most enemy tonnage in WW2, HMCS Haida is another waterfront tourist attraction to add to your Hamilton travel itinerary. Built in Newcastle-upon-Tyne in Britain and launched in 1943, this historic destroyer is easily accessed from her berth at Hamilton's Pier 9. Designated a National Historic Site, this well-preserved museum ship is fun to explore for all ages."

"Source: Photo by user John A. Speakman used under CC BY-SA 3.0. The famous warship, the last of the tribal class, has served in the WWII and the Cold War. It was built in 1942 for the Royal Canadian Navy and was converted to a destroyer in 1952."

"DescriptionHMCS Haida is a Tribal-class destroyer that served in the Royal Canadian Navy from 1943 to 1963, participating in World War II and the Korean War. She was named for the Haida people. Phone: +1 905-526-6742Web: https://www.pc.gc.ca"

"McMaster Museum of Art isn’t just another university art gallery – it’s home to over 6,000 creative works and cultural artifacts. Opening to the public in 1994, the McMaster Museum of Art has proved time and time again to be a space of importance in the Hamilton arts community. The public programs at the museum change regularly, offering visitors a plethora of historical, modern and contemporary art to view."

"DescriptionThe McMaster Museum of Art is a non-profit public art gallery at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario. The museum is located in the centre of the campus, attached to Mills Memorial Library and close to the McMaster University Student Centre. Phone: +1 905-525-9140 ext. 23081Web: https://museum.mcmaster.ca"

"Elizabeth Doxtater, Where the Water Never Freezes|Courtesy of McMaster Museum of Art. What’s a university without an art gallery?. After opening to the public in 1994, the McMaster Museum of Art has served as a creative home to a significant collection of 6,000 works at McMaster University."

"While only in its infancy after opening its doors in December, Uncle Ray’s Food & Liquor endeavours to be Hamilton’s high-end alternative for Southern-style soul food. With a sizeable space near the prime corner of King and James, Uncle Ray’s is offering elevated takes on fried chicken, shrimp & grits, collard greens, and succotash to bring Hamiltonians a massive menu of sophisticated Southern comforts. Pair those delicious delights with some inventively twisty cocktails and nostalgic beer options, and Uncle Ray’s is already a heavy hitter for your local soul food fix."

"Sometimes restaurants can be a hit-or-miss, but there’s something about Earth to Table that always satisfies me. Honestly, it’s probably their fresh and authentic ingredients, or maybe the fact that their food is made local. Either way, I’m always impressed."

"So if you are looking to enjoy a casual fare, consider a take-out or delivery from Bread Bar. Start with a shared plate, soups before moving on to pizza or Burgers. Finish off with a delectable dessert."

"Located at the Milton Fairgrounds 136 Robert Street, Milton, ON. Drop by Saturday mornings, starting May 22, to browse over 30 local vendors. The market is operating safely with approval by the Halton Health Department."

"480 Upper James Street at the Claremont Access Southam Park is located on the Mountain brow and offers a beautiful view of the lower city. It has a variety of vegetation, including mature trees, hanging pots, and hedges. The wood and stone plaza is the park's most identifiable feature."

"680 Highway 8, Rockton, by the Rockton Berry Farm Beverly Community Park is home to the Beverly Community Centre, football fields, regulation-sized soccer fields, softball fields, and tennis courts. Also available is play equipment, a covered shelter, and picnic tables."

"68 Victoria Avenue North J. C. Beemer Park has a play structure and swings, running track, wading pool, and spray pad. It is joined with the former Tweedsmuir Public School site."