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 2026

Thursday, July 2 to Sunday, August 30
Wednesday through Sunday
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. (90-minute seating)
Staggered Entry Times (see below for details)
Eldon House Grounds
Our Summer Tea Program is catered by Scotian Isle Baked Goods located on 972 Hamilton Road #13 London, Ontario. Founded on March 13, 1988, Scotian
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$35.00 incl. HST

Teddy Bear Tea at the Museum

Saturday, August 29
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. (90-minute seating’s)
Staggered Entry Times (see below for details)
Eldon House Grounds
Eldon House’s specialty tea programs are catered by Posh Cheeseboard Co. from London, Ontario which offering customers delicious handcrafted cheeseboards and charcuterie. They create artistic arrangements
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$40.00 incl. HST

Makers of Herstory: Women’s Themed Trivia Night

Wednesday, September 16
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Trivia Night
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

Doors Open London: Celebrating 25 Years Together

Saturday, September 19
12:00 to 4:30 p.m.
Eldon House and Grounds
In 2026, Doors Open London celebrates 25 incredible years of opening doors and sharing stories. Marking a major milestone, next year’s event—happening September 19
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By Donation

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.

Behind the Ropes Tours

Sunday, September 20
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Tours offered every hour)
Guided Tours
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

London Children’s Museum: Discovery Lab Workshops

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6 Workshops in 2026
3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Ages 7–12
Location: London Children’s Museum
100 Kellogg Lane, London, ON, N5W 0B4
Everything You Need to Know about Discovery Lab: Workshops Discovery Lab: Workshops are brand new staff-led programs created by the London Children’s Museum, included
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By Donation

The Village SoHo Project

Saturday, September 26
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Lecture
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

Coil Basket Weaving Workshop

Thursday, October 8
7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Workshop
Interpretive Centre
Light refreshments are provided. Basketry supplies will be provided for you.  For beginners on the crafting from of basket coiling. As a heritage site
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$40.00 incl. HST

The Murderous Dr. Cream: London’s Ontario’s Jack the Ripper

Thursday, October 15
7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Lecture
Interpretive Centre
Light refreshments are provided. As a heritage site there is no public parking. There is public parking in and around the museum. Click here
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$20.00 incl. HST

Harvest Tea at the Museum

Saturday, October 17
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. (90-minute seating’s)
Staggered Entry Times (see below for details)
Eldon House Interpretive Centre
Eldon House’s specialty tea programs are catered by Posh Cheeseboard Co. from London, Ontario which offering customers delicious handcrafted cheeseboards and charcuterie. They create artistic
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$50.00 incl. HST

Bewildering Bell Jar Workshop

Thursday, October 22
7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Workshop
Interpretive Centre
Light refreshments are provided. Crafting supplies will be provided for you.  As a heritage site there is no public parking. There is public parking
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$40.00 incl. HST

Spooky Gourd Painting and Downtown London Candy Crawl

Sunday, October 25
Drop in between 12:00 and 3:00 p.m.
Children’s Event
Eldon House Grounds
Eldon House would like to thank Apple Land Station for their donations of mini-white pumpkins and small gourds for our children’s event! If you
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By Donation

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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By Donation

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