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.

London Children’s Museum: Discovery Lab Workshops

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More Dates to Come
6 Workshops
3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Ages 7–12
Location: London Children’s Museum
100 Kellogg Lane, London, ON, N5W 0B4
January 23, 2026 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm – Creative Creations with Eldon House – CONCLUDED   March 27, 2026 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm
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Eldon House Late Nights

April 2 and 16, and May 7 and 21
Drop in between 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Eldon House
Last entry is at 6:45 p.m. Children and adults are welcome. No appointment necessary. Please be aware that the second floor of the museum
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The London Women’s History Project presents The Famous Five

Sunday, April 12
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Lecture
Eldon House’s Interpretive Centre
The London Women’s History Project was founded by London’s first female Mayor Jane Bigelow, and Educator, Jean Hewitt, in 1999 to collect and archive
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$8.00 incl. HST

London Clean and Green: 20-Minute Makeover

Friday, April 17
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Volunteer Opportunity and Community Service Hours
Eldon House Grounds
To inquire about how to obtain community service hours (post-secondary education) email info@eldonhouse.ca or call 519.661.5169. For more information about the city wide initiative
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Lecture with Paul LaPorte: Organizing the Chaos of Nature

Saturday, April 18
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
FREE LECTURE
Made Possible with the TD Friends of the Environment Foundation
Eldon House’s Interpretive Centre
This specialty lecture would not be possible without financial support from TD Friends of the Environment Foundation. Once again, we have been grateful to
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The Village SoHo Project

Saturday, May 2
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Lecture
Eldon House’s Interpretive Centre
Michelle Hamilton is a Public Historian interested in historical and contemporary issues surrounding museums and heritage, often in regards to Indigenous peoples. She is
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$8.00 incl. HST

Mother’s Day Botanical Market

Sunday, May 10
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Eldon House Courtyard and 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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A three part image. On the top there is an image of a cup with two handles. On the side there is a picture of Queen Victoria. Under there is are two images of the cup. One image has a a list of politicians and their images on the back. On the other side there is an image of Britannia.

Opening Day Weekend at Fanshawe Pioneer Village

Monday, May 18, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location: Fanshawe Pioneer Village
2609 Fanshawe Park Road East, London, ON, N5X 4A1
Standard admission will apply at the Fanshawe Pioneer Village
Standard admission will apply. For more information regarding admission, parking, and accessibility please look to the Fanshawe Pioneer Village website on how to plan
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Historic River Walking Tour

Saturday, June 6
10:00 to 11:00 a.m.
Walking Tour
Please wear comfortable shoes for walking.  This program is rain or shine. Please dress and prepare accordingly for the weather. Group size is 16
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$12.00 incl. HST

Summer Market

Sunday, June 14
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Eldon House Grounds
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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Canada Day: Celebrating the Communities of Canada

Wednesday, July 1
Drop in between 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Eldon House Grounds
Tourism London and the London Music Office support Eldon House through the loan of sound equipment and a sound technician. Without their support we
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Makers of Herstory: Women’s Themed Trivia Night

Wednesday, September 16
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Interpretive Centre
Event Guidelines  Registration is required. Cost is per person.  Light refreshments will be provided. As a heritage site there is no public parking. There
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$20.00 incl. HST

A sepia image of a white house. There are extensive gardens in the front and there is a lady with a parasol on the lawn as well as a man gardening.

Eldon House: Bicentennial Tours

Sunday, September 20
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (tours offered every half hour)
Registration Required
Walk-In Availability While Supplies Last Day Of
Eldon House
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
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$12.00 incl. HST

Winter Holiday Market

Saturday, December 5
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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