Looking for an enriching way to spend March Break with the whole family? Hamilton’s civic museums offer an exciting lineup of activities, events, and exhibits from March 14 – 22, 2026. These beloved historic sites, including Battlefield House Museum & Park, Fieldcote Memorial Park & Museum, and Griffin House National Historic Site, provide an immersive blend of history, culture, and hands-on fun. Whether you’re exploring early 19th-century life, getting creative with art-making workshops, or diving into engaging guided tours, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

From dressing in period clothing and crafting traditional toys to discovering timeless treasures through curated exhibits, each museum invites visitors to step into the past while creating new memories. Perfect for families, history enthusiasts, and curious minds of all ages, these experiences provide a fantastic way to learn and connect during the break. Plan your visit and make March Break 2025 an unforgettable journey through Hamilton’s rich heritage.

March 14 – 22, 2026 | 12 – 4 pm daily
March Break: Whitehern on Canvas
Whitehern Historic House & Garden, 41 Jackson St. West
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Explore art and history this March Break at March Break: Whitehern on Canvas at Whitehern Historic House & Garden National Historic Site. Wander through the elegant rooms to see paintings and drawings by artist Ruby McQuesten, discovering her creative journey and the diverse mediums she used to support her family. This family-friendly event offers a unique way to enjoy local heritage and artistic expression. Regular museum admission rates apply.

March 14 – 22, 2026 | 12 – 4 pm daily
A Monumental March Break
Battlefield House Museum & Park, 77 King St. West
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See history come alive this March Break at A Monumental March Break at Battlefield at Battlefield House Museum & Park National Historic Site. Engage in fun, family-friendly hands-on activities, dress up in early 19th-century clothing, enjoy crafts and try games like skittles, then explore the historic Gage home with a guided tour. This event makes history interactive and fun for all ages. Regular museum admission rates apply.

March 14 – 22, 2026 | 12 – 4 pm daily
March Break at Dundurn
Dundurn National Historic Site, 610 York Blvd.
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Take a break from your routine and step into Hamilton’s past at March Break at Dundurn. Enjoy a guided tour of historic Dundurn Castle and discover what life was like above and below stairs. Visit the Coach House Hayloft for free, family-friendly crafts and activities, then explore The Hamilton Military Museum with dress-up and engaging interactive experiences. Regular museum admission applies, and entry to Dundurn Castle includes access to the Military Museum.

March 14 – 22, 2026 | 12 – 4 pm daily
March Break Activity Centre: Making Waves at the Pumphouse
Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology National Historic Site, 900 Woodward Ave.
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Dive into discovery this March Break at March Break Activity Centre: Making Waves at the Pumphouse at the Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology. Learn how Hamilton’s historic steam engines once pumped clean water to the city, then jump into water-themed crafts, experiments and hands-on activities that bring science, history and creativity to life. Designed for children aged 3–12, the activity centre admission is free, while regular museum admission applies to tours.

March 14 – 22, 2026 | 12 – 4 pm daily
March Break at The Hamilton Military Museum
The Hamilton Military Museum, 610 York Blvd.
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Explore Hamilton’s military past this March Break at The Hamilton Military Museum. Wander through exhibits that bring the stories of Dundurn Park and Burlington Heights to life, then enjoy a self-guided tour to uncover what life was like during the War of 1812 and the 1837 Rebellion. Younger visitors can dress up at the uniform station and play in the hands-on Discovery Gallery. Regular museum admission rates apply.

March 14 – 22, 2026 | 12 – 4 pm daily
March Break at Fieldcote
Fieldcote Memorial Park & Museum, 64 Sulphur Springs Rd.
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Join March Break at Fieldcote for a fun, family-friendly celebration of history, art and nature at Fieldcote Memorial Park & Museum. Explore the latest exhibit Beyond the Blue & White: Wedgewood Designed for Canada, featuring over 40 stunning Wedgwood pieces. Enjoy heritage-themed activities, including crafting like rug braiding and discovering stories from Griffin House National Historic Site. Take time to wander the scenic parklands and gardens. Regular museum admission rates apply.

March 14 – 22, 2026 | 10 am – 4: pm daily
March Break at Hamilton Children’s Museum
Hamilton Children’s Museum, 1072 Main St E.
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Explore creativity and play at March Break at the Hamilton Children’s Museum in Hamilton! Discover the museum’s newly expanded interactive galleries, complete with a mini rock wall, garden shed, big building blocks and more. Designed for children aged 4 – 10, the event invites curious minds to enjoy hands-on activities, imaginative games and engaging play throughout the museum. Visits are limited to ensure safety, and regular museum admission rates apply.