Walk Into The Gates Of Eldon House, You Are Walking Into Another Time

As you enter through the front doors, you will be welcomed by an Eldon House Historical Interpreter who will answer your questions and assist in making your visit as convenient and comfortable as possible. The tours of the museum are self-guided with opportunity to learn about the life and times, and collections of Harris Family from staff and panels throughout the historic home.

First Time Visit

There are many things to discover inside and on the grounds at Eldon House. Start with this section here for our first time visitors.

News & Upcoming Events

The interior of Eldon House will be open to the public from Thursday- Sunday from 12:00-5:00 p.m. We continue to follow the guidelines set by the London Middlesex Health Unit and by the Provincial government regarding pandemic measures.

For more information on tours or information, please call us at 519-661-5169, or email us at info@eldonhouse.ca. Please check our social media pages and our website for updates and information on the museum.

Eldon House Grow-A-Long

Virtual at Home Event
Supplies Includes: Seeds to be Picked-Up at Eldon House between January through April
Virtual Gardening News Letter First Friday of the Month 2025 (April through December)
Eldon House will provided the following supplies including seeds and the virtual monthly news letter. The monthly news letter will be sent the first
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Behind the Ropes

Saturday, January 25 and Sunday, January 26, 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

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
February 2 – Paper Quilling March 2 – Thaumatropes and Victorian Games April 6 – Egg Painting May 4 – Dried Flower Crowns June

 

Eldon House Hours

January-April:
Thursday-Sunday
12:00 • 5:00 PM

May:
Wednesday-Sunday
12:00 • 5:00 PM

June- September:
Tuesday-Sunday
12:00 • 5:00 PM

October-December:
Wednesday-Sunday
12:00 • 5:00 PM

Eldon House is open for in-house visits with the last entry time being 4:45.

Call 519-661-5169 or email info@eldonhouse.ca for more information.

Book A Guided Tour Today

Education programs and tours are offered all year round for students and groups of all ages. Click below to find out more!

Current/Upcoming Exhibitions:

tea cups 2024

190 Tea Cups

INTERPRETIVE CENTRE, ALL YEAR
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Home is where the Heart is: A Visual History of Eldon House

ALL YEAR 2024
Eldon House June 1943

The Golden Years, 1890-1959

ELDON HOUSE SECOND FLOOR

Live Virtual Tours

A live virtual tour allows you to visit London’s oldest home from the comfort of your home. Join one of Eldon House’s knowledgeable and enthusiastic Historical Interpreters as you explore the 19th-century Victorian house. Eldon House strives to continue our goal of engaging with our community during these difficult times and is providing virtual tours that are suitable for adults and children alike.

  • 1 hour live virtual tour
  • Perfect for the classroom, at home, long term care facilities and so much more
  • Virtual tours must be booked in advance and are only available select days of the week

Announcements

Eldon House will be closing the Drawing Room and the second floor display Bathroom during the month of January 2025. During this time, both