Hon. William Henry Steeves House Museum
About This Museum
Tucked away on a quiet, tree-lined street in the village of Hillsborough, the Hon. William Henry Steeves House Museum feels less like an institution and more like a step back in time. This stately home tells the story of one of New Brunswick's Fathers of Confederation not through dry placards, but through the very rooms he inhabited. You can almost hear the rustle of petticoats on the grand staircase and smell the coal smoke from the original fireplaces. It’s a wonderfully intimate and personal look at 19th-century political life.
Collection Highlights
The real treasures here are the personal effects: Steeves' own writing desk, family portraits gazing from the walls, and period-appropriate furnishings that make the space feel genuinely lived-in. Don't miss his top hat and cane, which add a tangible connection to the man himself.
Visitor Information
It's a seasonal gem, so check their social media or local listings for summer and early fall opening hours. The small scale means you can have a rich, unrushed experience without dedicating your whole day to it.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a beautifully preserved example of a mid-1800s Georgian-style home, its symmetrical facade, classic gabled roof, and elegant proportions speak to the status and taste of its original owner.
Contact & Location
Address: Canada, Auxy, Autun, Saône-et-Loire, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France métropolitaine, 71400, France
Phone: +1 506-734-3102
Website: Visit Website
