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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.

11/01/2026

I Heart Heritage Online Auction In Support of Nelles Manor Museum began on Thursday October 29, and the final bid will be Sunday November 29 at 5:00 p.m.

As the museum’s 10th anniversary comes to a close, we would like you to take part in our first auction. Many community businesses and artists donated some wonderful items.

Our feature item is a two nigh stay at the Stone Shop donated by the Saigeon family. This 1800 built blacksmith shop on Main Street West in Grimsby – now a holiday rental – is full of Grimsby and area history. The package includes a tour of Nelles Manor Museum and a welcome basket. Value $700.00

Please go to https://www.32auctions.com/nellesmanormuseum or www.nellesmanor.ca to see the items available.

Thank you for your support.

11/01/2026

2026 Memories
Celebrating Nelles Manor Museum's 10th anniversary

10/31/2026

Gardens getting put to bed for the winter.
Our wonderful volunteers had great weather to get it done!
Many hands make light work!

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10/31/2026

Happy Halloween from Nelles Manor Museum!

10/30/2026

William Nelles' House
Image from Legacy The Nelles Story: Pioneers, Loyalists, Founding Families by Dorothy Turcotte.

10/29/2026

Loyalist Christmas: Celebrations and Tradition
Nelles Manor Museum Speaker Series online November 11
Free
Please register at www.nellesmanor.ca/events.

10/29/2026

Which is older Craigflower Manor House British Columbia? or Nelles Manor?

Which is older answer from two weeks ago - Churchill Fort Prince of Wales in Manitoba 1731.

Address

126 Main Street West
Grimsby, ON
L3M1R8

Telephone

+12892357755

Website

http://www.nellesmanor.ca/

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