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Historic Bovaird House

Tourist attraction β€’ History museum

1850s Georgian-style farmhouse featuring period exhibits, tours & a shop selling local crafts. People often mention visit, history, volunteers, House, Brampton, house, time, tour, guide,


Address

563 Bovaird Dr E, Brampton, ON L6V 3V6, Canada

Website

www.bovairdhouse.ca

Contact

+1 905-874-2804

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (112 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: 12 to 4β€―pm
  • Thursday: Closed
  • Friday: Closed
  • Saturday: 12 to 4β€―pm
  • Sunday: 12 to 4β€―pm
  • Monday: Closed

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: visit (10) history (10) volunteers (9) House (8) Brampton (8) house (8) time (8) tour (8) guide (7)
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  • 4/5 Manpreet D. 1 year ago on Google
    A good place to bring children to show them how people lived in old times, how did they cook, bathe etc. House shows the luxury of old times.
    11 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Manpinder Singh S. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful historic place to visit in Brampton. They have almost all the items which were used by the resident in 1800s.
    4 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Morgan Ruttle (. 7 years ago on Google
    Always A nice evening or day at the Bovaird House. I Recommend you try out their special events such as mothers day tea, Christmas sale, deserts by lamplight etc...
    4 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Kris R. 6 years ago on Google
    Amazing little house full of our Canadian history and stories about the early settlers and farmers who built Brampton from the ground up. Our guides were very knowledgeable and loved when visitors would ask questions about the day to day lives of the families that lived in this house many generations ago. Thank you to the volunteers, donors, and community Champions who work tirelessly to keep this little piece of history alive for generations to come.
    4 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Michael M. 5 years ago on Google
    My first time coming here with family on Mother’s Day and had a wonderful time. I had the cinnamon apple tea and wonderful plate of treats followed: chocolate dipped strawberry, gingerbread cookie, sugar cookie, lemon loaf, fruit cake and a muffin with strawberry jam and whipped cream on the side. If you haven’t tried definitely recommend.
    4 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Niranjan G. 6 years ago on Google
    Map of old toronto, brampton mississauga, caledon amazingly doesn Only Toronto & chinguacousy
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 nickthegog 1 year ago on Google
    We turned up on the last day of our vacation to find it was closed. There were two volunteers working the garden and they kindly agreed to show us around. The house is beautifully restored and well worth seeing. We are so grateful for the kindness shown, pretty much indicative of our experience with all the Canadians we have met. Nothing is too much of an effort to make a welcome. Sincerest best wishes to all the volunteers for continued success in keeping this little corner of Brampton in the 19th century
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Kate W. 6 years ago on Google
    Finally made it here and it was worth the visit. Informative guide and small but we'll stocked gift shop. Love that people volunteer their time to keep this museum going. Very friendly staff.
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Jag G. 7 years ago on Google
    The tour guide and house were both fantastic. Highly recommend.
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Emmanuel M. 11 months ago on Google
    Friendly staff willing to take guests on tours!
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 patel v. 6 years ago on Google
    Historic place.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Alex P. 6 years ago on Google
    Historic
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 3/5 Coach K. 7 years ago on Google
    It's a old house
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 3/5 Sim R. 6 years ago on Google
    Some crazy guy ran up to us and started filming up close. When confronted he ran away. Weird encounter.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 photographybygeorge1 5 years ago on Google
    Historic Bovaird House from 1852 is now opened for public. Both buildings renovations have been completed and you can get a guided tour inside the building with the guide wearing historic costume. Some construction work outside the buildings (garden, orchard and parking) are still in progress. For opening hours please refer to Historic Bovaird House Google Maps info
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Manish. K. 1 year ago on Google
    Historical place.. historical 🏠 House. Really best to visit..
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Naomi S. 5 years ago on Google
    This is a good place to spend an hour when you are in Brampton. You can explore the rooms in the farmhouse both upstairs and downstairs. There are some interesting artifacts such as a fireplace screen and wax candle makers. Our guide was knowledgeable and helpful. There is free parking and a small shop with crafts. Admission is free but there is a box for donations.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 YVETTE B. 6 years ago on Google
    Awesome to visit!
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Donna A. 6 months ago on Google
    We went to the Bovaird House Sunday, December 3rd, Victorian Christmas Open House. We enjoyed a lovely tea and treats and then took in the various items for sale which were creative, inexpensive and lovely. The House is beautiful and the various artifacts dating back to 1852 were a wonderful step back in time. Volunteers were friendly and very helpful I would suggest this to anyone as a fun activity in December where there aren't crowds and you have time to sit and talk by the fireplace. Enjoy
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Mark G. 5 years ago on Google
    Wonderful experience it's like we have a gem in the middle of Brampton
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Carol Ann G. 5 years ago on Google
    Wonderful piece of Brampton history. Watch for special events throughout the year. Run by Brampton volunteers. Charming
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Racquel D. 5 years ago on Google
    I love coming here, the place is like a time capsule that brings you back in time.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Bruce B. 4 years ago on Google
    Historical acurate
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 karun b. 4 years ago on Google
    Best place
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 3/5 Editor Anmol B. 3 years ago on Google
    It's in the list of haunted places in brampton
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Darlene M. 5 years ago on Google
    Lovely old home and property. Several events throughout the year, and it appears they are adding new features/buildings on the premises to enhance the experience. Worth a visit.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Jay G. 1 year ago on Google
    Awesome historic place to visit. The staff is great

  • 5/5 Shar M. 1 year ago on Google
    Come with my family, had a great experience. The guide geoff give many information and answer all the questions, including abt a haunting. The gift shop had reasonable pricing for the items, also totally free.

  • 4/5 Vishal V. 4 years ago on Google
    Liked the place however focused more on selling gifts and souvenirs....

  • 5/5 A M. 4 years ago on Google
    Enjoyed the Christmas Fair today. Kind volunteers

  • 5/5 Neelam Khan (. 2 years ago on Google
    Didn't get to see inside but the house itself is wonderful to see. The garden outside was also very pleasant...

  • 5/5 thota a. 1 year ago on Google
    No entrance fee and the person who gave us the tour was so patient and kind..

  • 5/5 Jing T. 1 year ago on Google
    The volunteers are so nice and friendly. Their home made jams are so good.

  • 5/5 Iqraar S. 1 year ago on Google
    Fascinating historic stuff to see here. Staff member Roopa was really such a nice guide. Must buy their antique gifts which are so reasonable priced and beautifully handcrafted.

  • 5/5 Chetan R. 3 years ago on Google
    We kinda liked the short visit.. especially for the kids to know more about the history. Unfortunately the place was closed on that day and we could not visit inside the building..

  • 5/5 carol g. 10 months ago on Google
    I loved it. Personal tour and full of stories. The volunteers were so helpful and full of knowledge. Can't wait till Christmas. Check out the haunted cradle.

  • 5/5 Jennifer L. 5 years ago on Google
    Love this house and it’s staff! They do such a great job - they are so dedicated to preserving the history of this beautiful house! They’re truly a pleasure to deal with.

  • 5/5 Carol G. 10 months ago on Google
    Very nice tour and the authentic furniture and period pieces were exciting. I was surprised that this is located so close to home. The lig cabin on-site was fascinating because it was dismantled and reassembled on site. The Edwardian home reminded me of my grandmother's big kitchen. We are going back. Don't miss the gift shop.

  • 5/5 P D. 8 months ago on Google
    The vilu teers were amazing and are doing great work in sharing the history. They are passionate and have kept the place very well. Thank you for the work you all put in, amazing experience

  • 4/5 Markus H. 4 years ago on Google
    Two buildings to explore. Staff were friendly and eager to tell us the history behind the various equipment, houses and such.

  • 5/5 Fezz B. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice little historic location in the middle of an urban jungle.

  • 5/5 Sim K. 5 years ago on Google
    Host was awesome. Great piece of history in Brampton. Good for all ages.

  • 5/5 E T. 5 years ago on Google
    Thank you to the volunteers who care for this property with such joy!

  • 5/5 ttennod 3 years ago on Google
    This place was well organized. Line move very fast

  • 5/5 Chayo S. 4 years ago on Google
    It's a free tour of the place. If any one wants to know about Bovaird and the history behind it, you can visit the place. Anyone give any amount of donation.

  • 4/5 JOGINDER S. 4 years ago on Google
    No why should I hate this place. It was my third visit to this place with new friend each time.I am amused by their reaction to this place when people lived opulently even when there was no electricity, no technology, no communication.

  • 4/5 Paula M. 4 years ago on Google
    Great Christmas craft market. Crowded. Long wait for a table for their tea service. Nostalgic and beautiful.

  • 5/5 Bonnie & C. 4 years ago on Google
    STUNNING PLACE..

  • 5/5 Aneesa S. 4 years ago on Google
    The tour guide was very good.

  • 4/5 Peter S. 5 years ago on Google
    Great tour.

  • 5/5 Sulyman A. 5 years ago on Google
    Nice

  • 5/5 Meranda H. 5 years ago on Google
    Great old place!

  • 5/5 Lynn W. 5 years ago on Google
    The volunteers are friendly and love to share their knowledge of history.

  • 4/5 Ruella DCosta F. 5 years ago on Google
    Cathy the Tour Guide was a very lovely host and explained everything


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Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • βœ“οΈ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • βœ“οΈ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

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