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.

Woodland Cemetery Tours

Sunday, October 5
1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Walking Tours
This tour will take place in the historic Woodland Cemetery where guests are expected to meet at the entrance off Springbank Drive. An Eldon
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$18.00 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

Spooky Gourd Painting

Sunday, October 26, Drop in between 12:00 and 3:00 p.m.
Eldon House Grounds
No Registration Required
Budweiser Gardens, Dundas Place, Downtown London, Eldon House, Covent Garden Market, Museum London, and Grand Theatre are excited to announce the Downtown Candy Crawl
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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

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

Cross-Stitch Ornaments

Saturday, November 15
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Interpretive Centre
For ages 13 and older based on the difficulty level. Light refreshments are provided. Supplies will be provided for you.  For beginners and intermediate
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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

Victorian Christmas Crafting for Kids

Sunday, December 14, Drop in between 1:00 and 4:00 p.m.
60-minute Crafting Sessions start at 2:00pm (Registration Required)
Museum and Interpretive Centre

All adults and children attending the event must purchase a ticket. When making your purchase, please indicate in the notes how many children under
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$10.00 incl. HST

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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