Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,
In commemoration of Hamilton’s founding 175 years ago, the City of Hamilton has launched a new digital storytelling website.
For more details, please continue reading below…
HamiltonCivicMuseums.ca presents a wide-ranging and inclusive view of Hamilton’s past, present, and future, with featured content co-created with community partners.
The website showcases stories and interactive exhibits that illustrate Hamilton’s history digitally. Opening with seven exhibitions, the website will grow to a virtual platform for all Hamilton communities to preserve and share their heritage, histories, and narratives. This is the first step in developing a virtual Museum of Hamilton to complement the existing Hamilton Civic Museum websites.
Quick Facts
- On June 9, 1846, Hamilton was incorporated as a city with wards, councilors, and a mayor.
- On October 14, 2020, Council approved the development of an online commemoration of the 175th-year anniversary of the City’s founding by launching a dedicated website as the first step in developing a virtual Museum of Hamilton.
- The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated what was already a growing trend towards museums doing more digital storytelling and engagement, which has proven to be a relevant and effective means of reaching new and wider audiences.
Questions or concerns?
If you have any questions or concerns, you can contact our office here.