Erland Lee Museum
Erland Lee Museum, National historic site in Stoney Creek, Hamilton, Canada.
Description
The Erland Lee Museum occupies a white Gothic wooden house with steep gables on Ridge Road in Stoney Creek, Ontario. Inside, three floors display Victorian furniture and artifacts, while a separate carriage house contains additional exhibitions across two levels.
History
The house began as a log cabin in 1808 and received a Gothic addition in 1873 that transformed its appearance. The Lee family called it home until they moved away in 1970.
Culture
The dining room table marks where Janet Lee drafted the founding constitution of the Women's Institute in 1897, creating educational opportunities for rural women.
Practical
The museum welcomes visitors from Wednesday through Sunday across its three floors of period furniture and local exhibits. The site is easy to navigate, allowing you to explore both the main house and outbuildings at your own pace.
Did you know?
The museum houses the 1875 Margaret Sheriff Quilt, a handcrafted example showing traditional and modern stitching patterns. This textile demonstrates the skilled artistry that women in the region once created.
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