whitehern historic house and garden

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  Merrob

  Beautiful home, artifacts and story. We found this very interesting. The staff are knowledgeable and friendly. The garden is beautiful (and free). Would recommend for adults and older children.

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  IanG654

  Stopped by here on the recommendation of the staff at Dundurn Castle. Totally worth it! Finding the entrance was problematic - it's through the grand main door, but in winter you need to ring the bell. I was shown around by a guide one-on-one, and found it most enjoyable. An intriguing insight into 20th century Canadian heritage.

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  3brendam

  Authentic history right here in Hamilton.The tour guides are top notch, I would recommend 8 and up.Although they have programs for children that my daughter just loved when little, such as making an old fashion block puzzle.Amazing venue for small weddings!

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  lism855

  Nothing extraordinary about the house. Nice piece of Hamilton history though. The garden is nice and would be better when the flowers are blooming..

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  SandraMillarCanada

  One of Hamilton Civic Museums - and a previous residence of one of the city's wealthier families of generations past. This July an event was organized and held for anyone that is a fan of the English period television series - Downton Abbey. Although the time in which the series takes place is more modern than the era that the mansion in Hamilton was first built; and lived in by generations of McQueston's ( professions included doctor(s) and lawyer(s)) .... the house and its artifacts portray a gentile era in time similar in the stories of both these families. The garden of the walled property located near Hamilton City Hall is free for anyone to stroll through. It is lovely border garden ( English in style ) with a flagstone patio.The event was a garden party - some participants came dresses in Victorian-style dresses and fancy wide brimmed hats for the occasion. The event was so well attended and enjoyed that many are hoping a similar event can be held again during the summer or autumn months. The house is not wheel chair friendly - or - easy to get around to someone with problems walking or climbing stairs. The garden is accessible to all.

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  Retired_Traveler_7

  This location, the house and coach building are an outstanding reflection of the history of the time and people in the Hamilton area. The sad part is that there were no family heir to carry on the active life within this house. My daughter had her wedding in the gardens and most of the guests toured the house during chair/table re-arrangement. They all enjoyed the tour, the knowledgeable staff and the history.Slightly hidden behind the city hall, free parking on weekends.

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  LauraJ770

  My bridal shower was held in the stables at the Whitehern. I absolutely loved it. We had beautiful weather which is always nice, and the backyard grounds are just gorgeous on a beautiful day. The stables seemed to be able to fit approximately 60 or so people. It has its own kitchen with supplies and bathrooms to the side down a small corridor. I would recommend this location to anyone looking for a cute shower location. The only thing I didn't like were the chairs in the room. They snag clothes and are not the most comfortable.

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  Mariella99

  Whitehern is in the city where I live and I never tire of visiting. It's not often that you can visit a grand, historic home that is fitted entirely with furnishings, china and other household items that belonged to the family who actually lived there. The guides are well informed, the house is not so large as to be overwhelming and the tiny, walled garden is an oasis of peace in the middle of a mid-sized, busy urban centre.

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  mjquenne

  You are greeted at the door by a maid and she is also your guide. She was very informative. We were very lucky because there was only the 2 of us in the tour. Beautiful old mansion.

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  AlBeck

  I agree with other reviewers who said that the guide makes it a great place to visit. We were greeted by a costumed guide who gave us a very thorough history of the house and family. What makes this house unique is the fact that the family left a detailed history as well as their original furnishings and possessions. It really gives you an idea of what life was like for them at that time. If you enjoy history, or touring historic homes, you'll enjoy Whitehern.