Built between 1835-1837 Ireland House was the home of Joseph Ireland, one of Burlington's earliest settlers. He emigrated from Bowes, Yorkshire, England in 1819 at the age of 27 and petitioned for land at Oakridge Farm.

Ireland House was occupied by Joseph and his descendants up until 1985. In 1987, the City of Burlington purchased the property from the estate of Lucie Marie Ireland Bush.

The homestead has been restored to illustrate 3 distinct time periods: 1850s, 1890s and 1920s, representing the generations of Irelands who lived in the house. Ninety percent of the furnishings are original to the Ireland family thanks to a generous donation by Helen Ireland Caldwell, Marie's first cousin. Restorations of the house have reclaimed missing elements of former times.

The property consists of 3.68 acres of woodland, gardens, potting shed, cottage/drive shed, and picnic areas. Tours of the property, living historical demonstrations, special events and educational programs are offered at Ireland House Museum.