Exploring The History Around Eldon House

Events

Virtually unchanged since the nineteenth century, Eldon House is London’s oldest remaining residence which contains family heirlooms, furnishings and priceless treasures of the Harris family and is surrounded by a beautiful 19th-century style garden. Access to Harris Park and downtown amenities are a great appeal for your visit.

Summer Tea Program has Closed for the Season

Our Summer Tea Program will be back, July and August 2026, Wednesday through Sunday! Look to our website in May to June 2026 for early registration!
The Eldon House Summer Tea Program is part of the museum’s annual Public Programming which supports the museums operations. We are not a restaurant
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By Donation

Victorian Crafting for Kids

First Sunday of Select Months (see list of dates below for details)
1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Children 2 and under are free
Interpretive Centre
Past Crafts: February 2 – Paper Quilling March 2 – Thaumatropes and Victorian Games April 6 – Egg Painting May 4 – Dried Flower
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Price range: $5.00 through $10.00 incl. HST

A red metal watering can with a large spout. It is sitting on a wooden slated bench. In the background there are ferns, geraniums, and ivy plants in pots.

Lecture with Paul LaPorte: Tracing the Roots of Native Plants

Saturday, September 13, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
FREE LECTURE
Eldon House’s Grounds and Interpretive Centre
Museum Available for Self-Guided Tours By Donation
To  attend you must call 519-661-5169 to provide your name, email, phone number, and number of persons selected to participate.  Maximum number of participants
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By Donation

Doors Open London: Sights, Sounds, & Stories that Make Our City

Saturday, September 20 and Sunday, September 21
12:00 to 4:30 p.m.
Eldon House and Grounds
The 24th annual Doors Open London (DOL) weekend will take place in September 20 & 21, 2025. This year’s theme is Sights, Sounds, &
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By Donation

An image of a two tiered dressing table with ivory set of combs, brushes, glove stretcher, etc.

Behind the Ropes

Saturday, September 27 and Sunday, September 28, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Eldon House
Group sizes are 12 people.  Not suitable for children under 12.  Light refreshments are provided in the Interpretive Centre. Please be aware that there
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$22.00 incl. HST

Pumpkins and Petals

Saturday, October 11, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Interpretive Centre
For ages 10 and older.  Supplies will be provided for you.  For beginners and intermediate participants.  Light refreshments are provided.  As a heritage site
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$50.00 incl. HST

Curse, Crimes, and Haunts

Saturday, October 18 and Sunday, October 19, 6:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Downtown Walking Tour
 Not suitable for children under 12. Group sizes are 15 people.  Please wear comfortable shoes for walking.  This program is rain or shine. Please
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$18.00 incl. HST

Morbid and Macabre Tours

Saturday, October 25, Sunday, October 26, and Friday, October 31
7:00 to 10:00 p.m. (tours offered every half hour)
Eldon House
Not suitable for children under 12.  It is recommended to register for tour time in advance (tours offered every half hour). Group sizes are
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$16.00 incl. HST

Quilling Holiday Cards

Saturday, November 8, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Interpretive Centre
Supplies will be provided for you including paper, scissors, glue and twirling pen. Light refreshments are provided.  As a heritage site there is no
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$40.00 incl. HST

Christmas Greenery and Table Scaping

Saturday, November 29, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Interpretive Centre
This year, guests are encouraged to bring their own vessel in which they would like their table display to be created in (if you
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Price range: $60.00 through $70.00 incl. HST

Selfies with the Father Christmas Standee

Monday, December 1, 2025 to Thursday, January 1, 2026
Drop in Wednesday to Sunday between 12:00 and 5:00 p.m.
Eldon House Grounds
No Registration Required
As a heritage site there is no public parking. There is public parking in and around the museum. Click here for Google Maps of
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By Donation

Eldon House’s Victorian Christmas

Monday, December 1, 2025 to Thursday, January 1, 2026
Drop in Wednesday to Sunday between 12:00 and 5:00 p.m.
Eldon House
No Registration Required
As a heritage site there is no public parking. there is public parking in and around the museum. Click here for Google Maps of
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By Donation

Winter Holiday Market

Saturday, December 6, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Interpretive Centre
Vendor Information: If you are a local artist or entrepreneur and are interested in participating please download the vendor application form here Eldon House
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By Donation

The Ghost of Christmas Past

Saturday, December 20 and Sunday, December 21
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (Tours offered every hour)
Eldon House

Not suitable for children under 6.  Group sizes are 10 people.  Please be aware that there are long periods of standing. Please be aware
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$16.00 incl. HST

New Year’s Levee

Thursday, January 1, 2026
Drop in between 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Eldon House and Interpretive Centre
No Registration Required
Light refreshments of cider and cookies will be available (while supplies last) in the Interpretive Centre while supplies last.  As a heritage site there
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By Donation

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