Welcome to Eldon House

Virtually unchanged since the last century, Eldon House is London's oldest residence and contains family heirlooms, furnishings and priceless treasures of the Harris family as well as a beautiful 19th-century style garden. Built in 1834 for John and Amelia Harris, this historic home remained in the family until 1960 when it was donated to the City of London. Although surrounded by the city today, the house and its gardens are a place of beauty and tranquility
 

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Congratulations to Roxanne Lutz for her winning Autumn photo contest competition!

 

 

 

 

Events:

Sunday Afternoon Tours
Last Sunday of the month: January 29
1:00, 2:00 and 3:00 pm

Enjoy a guided, 50-minute tour of Eldon House with an historical interpreter who will provide an in-depth history of the house and the Harris family who lived there.

Cost: By donation



Off the Shelves of Eldon House: Charles Dickens
Sunday, January 22
2:00 pm

If Charles Dickens had visited London in Upper Canada on one of his North American tours, he would have been invited to tea at Eldon House! Actors will create an imaginary scene in which Amelia Harris shares tea with the famous author and delights him with a surprise - several scenes from a play based on his novel, Great Expectations and performed by a local group. Join us for this tribute to the great 19th century author in celebration of his 200th birthday (Feb 7, 1812).

Cost: By donation