Steeves House Museum
Steeves House Museum
4.5
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
The W. H. Steeves House Museum is a historic house that began as a one room cabin built in 1812. The house expanded to its current size in 1840 and is now period decorated to the 1860s. The Museum tells the story of William Henry Steeves, a Father of Confederation who was born in the house in 1814. The Museum also presents the history of the Steeves family and the local area of Hillsborough and Albert County. Learn about the journey of German immigrants, the Acadians, Confederation, local discoveries and industry, interesting artifacts, and more! Join us for a tour today!
Duration: 1-2 hours
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tjtravo
Atlanta, GA39 contributions
Jul 2016
I am a descendant of the Steeves family so this was very interesting to me. Great history to be learned here. Beautiful grounds.
Written July 24, 2016
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James L
Orillia, Canada21 contributions
Aug 2014 • Couples
The museum staff were helpful and gave an excellent tour. The background information on one of the fathers of confederation made us proud to be Canadians. Thank you for the history lesson.
Written August 13, 2014
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TechLord
Nassau, New Providence Island720 contributions
Jun 2012 • Business
I walked into the place on a lazy Saturday morning in Hillsborough and I was the only one in the place. I got an amazingly extensive private tour of the exhibits and the story behind the place. I did not previously know that Steeves was one of the founding fathers of Canadian Confederation, but I certainly did when I left. I also got quite an education on Albertite and the local minerals. I even got a tour of the heritage church across the street. Fascinating.
Written November 2, 2012
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NewBrunswickLover
Amherst, Canada1 contribution
Jul 2012 • Couples
My husband and I visited this museum to learn about the history of the area, having heard about Dr. Gesner and his ties to Albert County, NB. What a great tour! The house the museum is housed in was huge, but the best part was seeing the single room where the original settlers - thirteen of them - lived; such a contrast. We learned about kerosene and albertite and the history of the Steeves. The guides were really knowledgeable as well, and seemed interested in their work, not just 'going through the motions.' The church across the road was also a treat to see inside - just beautiful.
We aren't Steeves descendants but we were shown the genealogy resources they have and, being genealogy geeks, we were awed by how many people they have in their family tree, all descended from seven sons (or so we were told).
We would recommend this museum to anyone with an interest in history or a Steeves in their family tree - what a heritage to lay claim to!
We aren't Steeves descendants but we were shown the genealogy resources they have and, being genealogy geeks, we were awed by how many people they have in their family tree, all descended from seven sons (or so we were told).
We would recommend this museum to anyone with an interest in history or a Steeves in their family tree - what a heritage to lay claim to!
Written August 15, 2012
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poodledoop
MA370 contributions
May 2024 • Solo
Hours wrong in trip advisor May 2024. Pic of outside of building is of church across street.
Sign in window says it opens in late June
Sign in window says it opens in late June
Written May 30, 2024
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ruthbradford2016
Hillsborough, Canada62 contributions
May 2018 • Solo
I popped in to find out what was there to see and learn. I was not expecting much but I was pleasantly surprised by all there was. The guide was well informed and interesting as well as garbed in the dress of the times. I found out surprising facts that should be in Canadian history books. There was also the family tree of the Steeves family - which is amazing. I thought that I would be through in half an hour but no - it took me over an hour and I would have liked to stay longer but I had to get back home. I want to go back this summer and take my time. If you like to learn something exciting about the past, then visit this lovely home of one of the founders of Canada and take your time.
Written February 13, 2019
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Thank you for your great review! We look forward to your visit this summer.
Written February 18, 2019
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Kelsey C
Edmonton, Canada77 contributions
Aug 2018 • Friends
There are so many interesting items in the house, and the staff were very helpful and knowledgeable. It was an unexpected stop, but well worth it.
Written August 19, 2018
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Thank you for your review! We're glad you enjoyed your visit.
Written August 20, 2018
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Martin R
Orleans72 contributions
Jun 2018 • Couples
This is an opportunity to get to know one of the lesser-known Fathers of Confederation, William Henry Steeves, as well as more about how it was to live in the country in its early years. The very modest admission fee includes a visit to the lovely Saint Mary's Anglican church.
Written June 10, 2018
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Thank you for your review!
Written June 12, 2018
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Peter M
Lisbon, Portugal94 contributions
Oct 2017
What an amazing museum we stumbled upon on our way to Hopewell Rocks, NB.
The history of this family in NB dates back to the 1830's. They left Germany and went to Pennsylvania but moved to Moncton with 30 other families. They left Moncton and settled in Hillsboro. They had 7 sons and the daughter died! John William Steeves was a father of Confederation! The museum has a lot of historical documents and pictures and paintings! Also a lot of clothing, dolls, toys, dishes, kitchen utensils, musical instruments, etc! It was amazing! Very knowledgeable volunteers and for the $3.00 entry fee it was a great bargain! Oh I forgot all the beautiful quilts!
A must see for history buffs!
The history of this family in NB dates back to the 1830's. They left Germany and went to Pennsylvania but moved to Moncton with 30 other families. They left Moncton and settled in Hillsboro. They had 7 sons and the daughter died! John William Steeves was a father of Confederation! The museum has a lot of historical documents and pictures and paintings! Also a lot of clothing, dolls, toys, dishes, kitchen utensils, musical instruments, etc! It was amazing! Very knowledgeable volunteers and for the $3.00 entry fee it was a great bargain! Oh I forgot all the beautiful quilts!
A must see for history buffs!
Written October 10, 2017
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Claire H
Dieppe, Canada94 contributions
Jul 2016 • Couples
We loved our visit to this museum. The guided tour was most informative and the host very friendly. Nice collections throughout the house and amazing history. I recomment this for anyone passing through Hillsborough!
Written September 21, 2016
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Hello, for 2019 Hillsborough Homecoming Days are going to be held between June 27-July 1. This week people are encouraged to return to Hillsborough to enjoy the village and events, and to see friends and family. During this week the Steeves House Museum will hold it's annual Garden Party, our biggest summer event, and some other events including our Superhero & Princess Tea and free tours and cake on Canda Day. Aside from these annual community wide events there is no formal Steeves Family reunion for 2019. Official reunions are under the jurisdiction of Steeves Family Inc.
Written March 24, 2019
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