Lambton Heritage Museum

Step through our doors and journey into the heart of Lambton County's vibrant past! Since opening in 1978, Lambton Heritage Museum has grown from the passionate contributions of two local collectors into a captivating celebration of our region's heritage. Our extensive collections bring to life the stories of the people, places, and moments that shaped Lambton County. From Indigenous heritage to agricultural innovation, from the oil boom to Lake Huron—every corner of our museum invites you to connect with the rich tapestry of local history. Your adventure through Lambton County's remarkable past begins here!

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Location

Lambton Heritage Museum is 8km south of Grand Bend, Ontario on Highway 21.

Phone number: 519-243-2600

Address: 10035 Museum Rd, Grand Bend, ON N0M 1T0

Hours

Monday CLOSED

Tuesday CLOSED

Wednesday 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Thursday 11:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Friday 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Saturday 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Sunday CLOSED

Admission

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Events Calendar

Check out our events calendar to keep up to date with our most recent events.

Exhibits →

Current Exhibits

Discover what's on display right now at Lambton Heritage Museum and learn more about the historic buildings we have on site.

Upcoming Exhibits

Excited about what's coming next? Visit our upcoming exhibits page to get a sneak peak at the new displays headed to Lambton Heritage Museum.

Virtual Exhibits

Experience Lambton County's history from anywhere. Explore our virtual exhibits page for an interactive journey through Lambton County's past.

Past Exhibits

Missed a previous exhibit? No worries, visit our past exhibits to explore previous displays that have been at Lambton Heritage Museum.

Learn →

Discover a range of educational programs designs to bring history to life:

1. Field Trips and Group Tours: Best suited for large groups.

2. Live Sessions: Bring a museum educator to you in a virtual session.

3. Travelling Trunk: Explore history with our education kits, packed with engaging materials to enhance learning.

4. Interactive Lessons: Explore pre-made presentation that make learning about history fun and accessible.

For more details, visit our Learn page.

Collections and Research →

Online Collection

Explore this page to view thousands of photographs, books, textiles, archival documents, and historic artifacts.

Research Page

View our Research page to explore our online collection database and to learn details about in-person research.

Virtual Talks Archive

Visit our Virtual Talks Archive page to discover past and upcoming virtual talks.

Get Involved →

Become a member

View this page to learn the numerous benefits of becoming a member.

Volunteer

Volunteer at the Lambton Heritage Museum to give back to the community. Visit this page to learn more information about volunteering.

Donate

Visit this page to learn about how donations can benefit the Lambton Heritage Museum.

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Our Mission

Lambton Heritage Museum tells the stories of Lambton County through the preservation and presentation of artifacts, culture and local history. We encourage the Lambton County community to experience their unique heritage through participatory museum programs and special events. View this page to learn about the Lambton County Museums Strategic Plan.

Careers

Learn more about available career opportunities at Lambton Heritage Museum.

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