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
Join us monthly for a 45 minute presentation on Brockville’s social and industrial history. We’ll explore Brockville’s most unique stories through the archival images and objects in the museum’s collection. $5.31/person +HST ($6.00).
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 2026 are now available! For just $50 +HST get admission to all twelve 2026 Talks, reserved seating, and a personal reminder one week before each Talk. Available while supplies last.
2026 History Talks: Topics and Dates
All topics are subject to change
January 8th: Hat-Making in Brockville
An overview of hat-making in Brockville from the 1910s to the 1960s, featuring objects and stories from the Wolthausen Hat Company and the Stetson Hat Company.
February 12th: Brockville’s Confectioneries
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, a look back at Brockville’s confectioneries, featuring objects and stories from the Walker Bakeries, H.B. Wright and Company, and others.
March 12th: Brockville’s Artists
A retrospective overview of some of Brockville’s visual artists, including Robert Henry Lindsay, Katrina Buell, Robert Leslie Wright, and others.
April 9th: Gateway to the World – The St. Lawrence Seaway Project, presented by guest speaker, Viktor Kaczkowski – Tickets over 75% SOLD
A visual overview of the scope and construction of one of the world’s greatest waterways.
May 14th: Nursing Schools in Brockville
A look back at the many nursing schools based in Brockville, including objects and stories from the Brockville General Hospital, St. Vincent de Paul Hospital, and the Brockville Psychiatric Hospital schools.
June 11th: An Overview of Smarts Manufacturing
A look back at one of Brockville’s leading industries, showcasing several objects from Smarts manufacturing in the museum collection.
July 9th: A Look at Former Brockville Hotels
A historical overview of Brockville’s downtown hotels, including stories and objects from the Manitonna Hotel, Revere Hotel and others.
August 13th: Royal Visits to Brockville
A nostalgic look back at some of the memorable visits to Brockville by members of the Royal Family.
September 10th: The Development of Brockville’s Local Government
A look back at the formation and evolution of Brockville’s municipal government from 1832 to 1982.
October 8th: A Hidden Part of Our History – British Home Children, presented by guest speaker, Carolyn Thompson Goddard
Goddard is a British Home Child descendant and the president of the Ontario East British Home Child organization. She will provide an overview of the child migration scheme, how British Home Children arrived in Canada, and other particulars about their story.
November 12th: Three Brockville Soldiers (WWI)
Stories and objects from the lives of three Brockville soldiers who fought in the First World War: Frederick Curry, Thain MacDowell, and Tolford Murray.
December 10th: Commercial Pharmacies in Brockville
A look back at some of the commercial pharmacies in Brockville, including Curry’s Drug Store, Fullerton Drug Store, and others.
History Walks: Last Saturday of the month May-October at 10am
Explore Brockville’s unique and fascinating history with a guided walking tour. Offered on the last Saturday of the month May-October 2026 at 10am. Walks are roughly 90 minutes in length. Advance reservations required. Tickets are $12 +HST.
Note: reservations will be available starting in April 2026, please email with any questions.
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.
2026 History Walks: Topics and Dates
Wealth & Leisure: Hartley Street and St. Lawrence Park | May 30 & July 25
Explore stories about wealthy industrialists and politicians who made their homes on Hartley Street and learn about the development of one of Brockville’s most beautiful green spaces, St. Lawrence Park.
Iconic Brockville: Courthouse Avenue and Courthouse Green | June 27 & September 26
Take a walk around one of Brockville’s most recognizable streets, captured in postcards and photographs (and a Netflix Holiday movie), to learn the fascinating stories behind some of our city’s familiar monuments and landmarks.
Walking through Memories: Brockville’s Cemeteries | August 29 & October 31
Stroll through Brockville’s picturesque cemeteries to explore topics of urban development, health and sanitation, the process of remembering, and evolving concepts of spirituality.
Private tours for a different day and time also available! Visit Group Tours for details.
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.