Over two centuries of history. Four different families. A house that has endured many changes to meet the needs of each new generation. Join Sara Nixon to explore many layers that together make up The Brown Homestead, and which have laid the foundations for its role as a community gathering space.

Sara Nixon is the Director of Community Engagement at The Brown Homestead. Raised in Grimsby, Sara grew up fascinated with the local history that surrounded her. She earned a Masters degree in Public History at Carleton University and has built a career in the museum and heritage fields over the past decade. Sara also currently serves as Chair of the Grimsby Heritage Advisory Committee.