Wallaceburg and District Museum - Historic Places Days

Wallaceburg and District Museum

Wallaceburg, Ontario
Type
Museum/Gallery
Address
505 King Street, Wallaceburg, ON, Canada
Get directions
Hours
Tuesday to Saturday 10:00am to 4:00pm
Phone
5196278962

The Wallaceburg & District Museum, established in 1962, marked a significant milestone on June 29, 1984, with its official public opening. Having served the community for 40 years, it is often referred to as a hidden gem.

The Museum comprehensively showcases the community’s extensive industrial heritage, with exhibits that highlight both the industrial and glass sectors.

School Programs

 We offer several interactive school programs developed to meet the current curriculum requirements as outlined by the Ontario Ministry of Education and Training. These specialized programs offer hands-on opportunity for students JK through secondary school. Please call the museum for details and booking today.

 Other Attractions:

 

Sports Hall of Fame: Home of the universally used Louisville hockey sticks and baseball bats as well as “Powerbilt” golf clubs.

 Lee-Enfield Rifle: Home of the first Lee-Enfield rifle ever made. The museum displays the original prototype as well as later adaptations.

 The Baldoon Mystery: Find out about the haunting experienced by the McDonald Family and discovery the link between a black goose and an old woman.

Amenities

  • Educational Institution
  • Family-Friendly
  • Guided Tour
  • Parking
  • Pet-Friendly
  • Washrooms
  • Wheelchair Access

Location

505 King Street, Wallaceburg, ON, Canada
Get directions

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