The Brockville Museum offers a variety of programs geared to an adult audience throughout the year. These include workshops, tours and seminars on a range of topics.
History Talks: Second Thursday of the month at 2pm
Explore Brockville’s fascinating social and industrial history with a new topic each month. View archival images and hear unique stories over a cup of tea. Talks are approximately 45 minutes in length. $5.31/person (+HST). Includes tea.
Advance reservations are recommended as capacity is limited. If you would like to reserve your seat in advance, please contact the museum by phone (613-342-4397) or drop by during business hours. A non-refundable (unless canceled by the museum) payment of $5.31 + HST ($6) is required at time of booking. Credit card payment can be made over the phone. Reservations can only be made for the upcoming History Talk (for example, we will only accept reservations for the May History Talk after the April History Talk).
History Talks can also be delivered as a private program for groups at a time and location convenient to you for as little as $40. Please review our Group Tours for details.
VIP Annual Passes for 2025 are available for just $50 +HST. Get admission to all twelve 2025 Talks, reserved seating, and a personal reminder one week before each Talk.
2025 Dates & Topics (subject to change):
- January 9: A History of Winter Sports in Brockville
- February 13: An Overview of Brockville Industries 1970s-Present
- March 13: A History of Brockville Women and Their Stories
- April 10: A History of Brockville Bands and Dance Halls
- May 8: A History of Brockville’s Millionaires
- June 12: Guest Speaker TBA
- July 10: Brockville Souvenirs
- August 21*: The Development of Brockville’s Railway Industry (*note date: third Thursday)
- September 11: A History of Brockville Hospitals
- October 9: Guest Speaker TBA
- November 13: War on the Home Front
- December 11: A History of Automatic Electric
Community Walks: Last Saturday of the month at 10am (April-November 2025)
Explore Brockville’s unique and fascinating history on foot with one of three guided walking tours being offered by the Brockville Museum this year. Discover how Brockville’s geography, industrial past, and people have shaped this riverfront community. Walks are roughly 90 minutes in length. Tickets are $12 +HST. Meeting location provided at time of purchase.
To book: visit us in-person or register online.
Have your own group or looking for a tour on a different day or time? Book your own private Walk for as little as $80. Visit our Group Tours page for more information about scheduling your own personal Walk.
Hidden Histories of Blockhouse Island (April 26 and September 27)
Discover some of the fascinating history surrounding this unique landmark in a casual stroll along Brockville’s dynamic waterfront. Approx. 1.5 km loop. Highlights include: War of 1812, Canada’s Oldest Railway Tunnel*, and 1834 Cholera Epidemic.
Exploring the Brock Trail (May 31, July 26, and October 25)
Discover how the past connects with the present along the southern section of Brockville’s urban multi-purpose trail (and former railbed). Approx. 2.5 km one-way. Highlights include: Brockville’s Railway History, Brockville’s Industrial History, and Canada’s Oldest Railway Tunnel*.
Stories from the East End (June 28, August 30, and November 29)
The east end of Brockville was once home to many powerful and pioneering individuals. Discover these stories on this walk through one east end neighbourhood. Approx. 3 km loop. Highlights include: Fulford Place*, St. Alban’s School for Boys, and British Home Children.
*Please note that tour does not include admission/entry to these attractions.
Adult Programs for Groups:
The Brockville Museum offers a range of programming options for adult groups of various sizes, many of which can come to you! Please review our Adult Program Guide for all the details, or contact us to discuss options. Ready to book? Fill out our Adult Program Inquiry Form.