Spooky Gourd Painting

Sunday, October 30, Drop in between 1:00 and 4:00 p.m.
Eldon House Grounds

By Donation

Registration Required | Registration Policy

Families are encouraged to enjoy a fall afternoon on the grounds of Eldon House where children are able to decorate a mini gourd or learn about how Trick or Treating came to be. Families are encouraged to enjoy a fall afternoon on the grounds of Eldon House where children are able to decorate a mini gourd or learn about how Trick or Treating came to be. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Eldon House would like to thank Millar Berry Farms for the generous donation of sugar pumpkins, gourds and squashes for our special event in subsequent years! Please go to their website for more information about their hours of operation, location, and berry and pumpkin u-pick seasons. Please click here to view their website: Millar Berry Farms.

  • Children 16 and under must be accompanied by a guardian.
  • This program is rain or shine. Please dress and prepare accordingly.
  • 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 
  • No refunds are permitted past the 48 hours mark prior to the event. Tickets are transferable to family or friends by providing their name to in advance. To do this, please call 519-661-5169 or email info@eldonhouse.ca to confirm.
  • Please be aware that if the event is postponed or canceled guests will be notified in advance as soon as possible.

The City of London is situated on the traditional lands of the Anishinaabek (AUh-nish-in-ah-bek), Haudenosaunee (Ho-den-no-show-nee), Lūnaapéewak (Len-ah-pay-wuk) and Attawandaron (Add-a-won-da-run). We honour and respect the history, languages and culture of the diverse Indigenous people who call this territory home. The City of London is currently home to many First Nations, Metis and Inuit people today. As representatives of the people of the City of London, we are grateful to have the opportunity to work and live in this territory.