The Village SoHo Project

Michelle Hamilton is a Public Historian interested in historical and contemporary issues surrounding museums and heritage, often in regards to Indigenous peoples. She is also the director of Hear, Here London which brings first-person stories to the street at the location of that story, and leads a collaborative project to curate interactive historical signage for Village (formerly Vision) SoHo, applying concepts of heritage to health and wellbeing. Hamilton is a vocal heritage advocate involved in the preservation of historical buildings and supporting archives and museums under threat.

• Maximum number of participants is 50 people. 
• Light refreshments are provided.
• As a heritage site there is no public parking. There is public parking in and around the museum. Click here for Google Maps of Eldon House 
• Please be aware that if the event is postponed or canceled guests will be notified in advance as soon as possible. 

In 2026, the City of London officially marks 200 years since its founding in 1826, its Bicentennial. This timing follows historical precedent: in 1926, London celebrated its Centennial, and the London & Middlesex Historical Society confirms that 1826 is recognized as the year London was formally established. Long before London was founded, this region was home to Indigenous peoples for more than 10,000 years. The Anishinaabeg, Haudenosaunee, and Lenni-Lenape Nations have continuously lived, gathered, and cared for this land, and their stories remain an integral part of our community’s foundation. Eldon House partners with the City of London to celebrate this incredible milestone with our community!