Bell Homestead National Historic Site

A Canadian treasure, the Bell Homestead National Historic Site tells the story of how Alexander Graham Bell came to invent the telephone, the infuences of his parents, and how he advanced the methods and practices of teaching the deaf. Plan now for your future visit to the Bell family’s 1870-1881 home and Canada’s first telephone office. See original furnishings and models of Alexander Graham Bell’s telephones that showcase his family’s life. • Open year-round, Tuesday to Saturday 9:00a.m. to 4:00p.m. (closed noon to 1:00p.m.) • 2 restored historic homes • Nostalgic telephone exhibits • Video presentation • Museum store and café • Lovely gardens and grounds to explore • Accessible buildings and washrooms