Nelles Manor Museum

Nelles Manor Museum Nelles Manor Museum is a 1798 heritage home and War of 1812 battlefield site. Our Story:
Nelles Manor is a historical gem in the heart of Grimsby and Niagara.

It is rare piece of Canadian heritage. A family home for over two centuries, the Manor has been often viewed from afar. In 2016, owners and restorers the Coutts generously donated their home and grounds, to the people of Grimsby and Ontario as Nelles Manor Museum. An independent charitable, non-profit corporation - Nelles Manor Heritage House - was created to oversee it. In 2026 we are celebrating

our 10th anniversary! Nelles Manor Museum is open to visitors through tours and many heritage and cultural events. The Nelles name is familiar to those who live in the Grimsby area, as they were one of the founding families to settle in this part of Upper Canada during the late 18th century. Colonel Robert Nelles built this gorgeous Georgian-style home and resided there with his large family until his death in 1842. The house has passed through four successive generations of Nelles descendants, and remains standing today as a testament to Robert's wisdom and perseverance through an ambitious colonial beginning. The rest of the story is told by the house itself... you'll have to come visit in person and see what it has to offer. Our admission is by donation. Friends of Nelles Manor - FREE
Museum of Niagara Association members - FREE. We also offer educational tours, special events, and facility rentals for any occasion.

The flag is up at the Nelles Manor Museum, and we're getting ready for tomorrow's Commemoration of the Engagement at the...
06/26/2026

The flag is up at the Nelles Manor Museum, and we're getting ready for tomorrow's Commemoration of the Engagement at the Forty and the Fenian Raids!

This free event begins at 10:00 a.m. with the ceremonial flag raising for the 213th anniversary of the War of 1812 Engagement at the Forty at 11:00 a.m.

The commemoration of the 160th anniversary of the Fenian Raids is at 1:00 p.m.

Throughout the day, visitors can enjoy military encampments, artifact displays, and musket firing demonstrations that bring this chapter of local history to life.

Museum tours will be offered from 10:00 a.m., with the last tour beginning at 3:00 p.m., and fresh apple fritters will be available for throughout the day.

Come spend the day with us and experience history in action!

We are open for tours today 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.Last tour starts at 3:00 p.m.Hope you will be able to visit us today!...
06/26/2026

We are open for tours today 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Last tour starts at 3:00 p.m.
Hope you will be able to visit us today!

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Casting Call!Mayhem and Murder at the Manor's October performances.DM or email info@nellesmanor.ca ...
06/25/2026

Casting Call!
Mayhem and Murder at the Manor's October performances.
DM or email [email protected]

Out on a stroll and marveling at the 40 Mile Creek where the Nelles family had two mills.
06/25/2026

Out on a stroll and marveling at the 40 Mile Creek where the Nelles family had two mills.

06/24/2026
We are open for tours today 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.Last tour starts at 3:00 p.m.Hope you will be able to visit us today!...
06/24/2026

We are open for tours today 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Last tour starts at 3:00 p.m.
Hope you will be able to visit us today!

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Thanks to everyone who participated in our Museum Month Passport, we enjoyed seeing all your lovely faces!Whether a new ...
06/23/2026

Thanks to everyone who participated in our Museum Month Passport, we enjoyed seeing all your lovely faces!

Whether a new or returning guest, it was wonderful to have you come through our doors. We hope you discovered something new and visited your favourites in the process.

A winner for the PRIZE PACKAGE has been selected!

Once again thank you to everyone who participated, we hope to see you all, and then some, again next year.

Still spaces available for Heritage Day Camp!
06/23/2026

Still spaces available for Heritage Day Camp!

Address

126 Main Street West
Grimsby, ON
L3M1R8

Telephone

+12892357755

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