Located at 98 George Street, this prestigious mansion The Brantford Club calls home was once the private residence of Dr. John Young Bown, a note-worthy physician and his bride Margaret. In May 1898, five Brantford men, a Manufacturer, a Banker, a Publisher, a Barrister and a Gentleman came together to form a Social Club for like-minded Gentlemen of Brantford. By July 16, 1898 Letters Patent Incorporating such a Club had been signed. On New Years Eve in 1898 the doors of The Brantford Club opened for the first time. Recreation was conversation, accompanied by liquor and wine, cards, billiards and other games of chance.