If you’re looking to learn more about your local community, you must check out one of the awe-inspiring museums around southwest Ontario.

Museum London

They are known as Southwestern Ontario's leading establishment for collecting and presenting visual art and material culture. Through public and educational programming, special events and exhibitions, they strive to promote the knowledge and enjoyment of regional art, culture and history.

Their art collection has more than 5,000 regional and Canadian works, and our 45,000 artifacts reflect the history of the City of London.

Plan your visit and take a look at current exhibitions: http://museumlondon.ca/visit 

Banting House National Historic Site of Canada

Did you know insulin was discovered here by Sir Frederick Banting? 

As early as 1923, the house has been recognized as being the birthplace of insulin. On 7 July 1999, it was designated a National Historic Site of Canada and officially recognized as the “Birthplace of Insulin,” the home of the defining moment in the discovery of insulin.

Currently, Banting House National Historic Site of Canada serves as both a museum commemorating the life and career of Sir Frederick Banting as well as the offices for the local branch of the Canadian Diabetes Association. 

The rooms Banting occupied have been restored to their 1920 state, and the rest of the original building houses exhibits that highlight his achievements. 

Click here to  plan your visit: https://bantinghousenhs.ca/plan-your-visit/ 

The Royal Canadian Regiment Museum

The Royal Canadian Regiment preserves, collects, and presents artifacts, archives, and other militaria relevant to the history of the Regiment to assist in building pride, esprit and solidarity among all members of The RCR family. It’s also one of Canada’s oldest museums.

The regimental history can be traced back to the War of 1812, and it overlaps with some of the most significant episodes of post-confederation Canadian history.

The Museum helps foster a deeper understanding of the Regimental experience, within the broader context of military and Canadian history, among other veterans, communities in the London area and all Canadians.

Learn more about collections, exhibitions, and visiting tips: http://www.thercrmuseum.ca/en-ca/ 

Museum of Ontario Archaeology

The Museum of Ontario Archaeology is a unique Canadian museum devoted to the study, display, and interpretation of the human occupation of Southwestern Ontario over the past 13,000 years. Their mission is to “Share, interpret, and care for the archaeological record to advance an understanding of Ontario’s heritage.”

Learn more about exhibitions and booking your tour: https://archaeologymuseum.ca/ 

London’s Children Museum

The London Children’s Museum provides children and their grown-ups with extraordinary hands-on learning experiences in a distinctly child-centred environment. Part of the London community for 40 years, the Children’s Museum is where more than 88,000 children and their families visit each year to dream and play and gather to learn and grow.

Browse their upcoming events calendar and educational experiences: https://www.londonchildrensmuseum.ca/ 

The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame

The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame recognizes and celebrates Canadian heroes whose work has advanced health and inspires the pursuit of careers in the health sciences. They celebrate Canadian heroes whose work advances health across Canada and the world, fostering future generations of health professionals through the delivery of local and national youth education programs and awards. 

Learn more about their digital series and visiting the hall: https://cdnmedhall.ca/about-us