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Welcome back to the Bell Homestead

After a six month closure to help reduce the spread of COVID-19 in our community, Bell Homestead National Historic Site happily reopened its doors on September 8, 2020.

Bell Homestead is open for pre-booked tours only. Six one-hour tours will be conducted Tuesday to Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The museum will be closed between 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. for lunch. In an effort to ensure the safety of staff and visitors, face coverings will be mandatory indoors, but can be taken off while...

The History Of Brantford's Coat Of Arms

Today we’re shining the spotlight on how Brantford’s official coat of arms came to be.

A coat of arms is a recognizable symbol of the heritage and enduring qualities of a community. Brantford had used a coat of arms since it was incorporated as a city in 1877. However, the Canadian Heraldic Authority didn’t officially recognize it until September 24, 1991. It was on this day, that a ceremony for the presentation of the coat of arms, flag and badge took place in Brantford. The Governor General of...

Movies And TV Shows Filmed In Brantford

Want to add a touch of local pride to your next movie night? Numerous TV series and movies of every genre have been filmed right here in Brantford. Here’s a roundup of some of our favourites from every genre. 

Dystopic Drama - The Handmaid’s Tale

Filming of the fourth season of The Handmaid’s Tale was underway in downtown Brantford at 1 Market Square in March 2020 before being delayed due to COVID-19. The show’s dystopian plot imagines an America changed by a second Civil...

Glenhyrst Art Gallery Of Brant Announces Fall Schedule

Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant, located at 20 Ava Rd., recently announced their Fall Classes and Workshops Schedule for adults and youth. The non-profit organization is pleased to be able to offer the same level and variety of programming as previous years, with COVID-19 restrictions and enhanced safety precautions in place.

New COVID-19 policies include: reduced class sizes, less frequency of classes to allow for cleaning in between, and social distancing of 6 ft between all students in the classroom.

Classes...

September Featured Artist: Leah Murphy

September’s Featured Artist is Leah Murphy, a professional freelance makeup artist from Brantford. Clients can book Leah’s services in preparation for birthday parties, engagement parties, bridal and baby showers, or any event or special occasion where they want to feel a little more polished and glamorous.

Growing up in Brantford, Leah attended North Park Collegiate and was drawn to a cosmetology course and the beauty industry. This course fueled her passion for makeup even further and she began...