St. John’s Anglican Church is one of the oldest remaining buildings in the historical village of Stewarttown. It is also one of the oldest churches in Halton Region – being built around 1840. Designated in 2023, this picturesque church features much local history as well as some interesting architectural features. Visit during Doors Open and discover it for yourself.

Before this church was constructed, a general store stood here. But it was destroyed by fire and the congregation bought the property and built this church. The inaugural service was held here on February 24, 1895. The pipe organ was installed in 1925. A 1970 addition made room for a minister’s office. And, in 2013, the elevator was installed.

Saint Alban the Martyr was built in 1875, but they only got electric lights in 1899 — a year after the bell tower was installed. In 1951, the parish hall was built and named after the Rev. William Luxton who died suddenly in 1952. The narthex was built in 1985 with money left to the church by the Bennett family.

The 1883 Acton Town Hall is an example of a Victorian Italianate style building. It provided a town council chamber, offices for the mayor, clerk, fire department and town constable, plus two jail cells. The 2010 Citizens Hall addition provided accessibility and a heritage display area. This gathering place, in the centre of Acton, is a splendid example of revitalization.

This quintessential 19th-century Ontario Gothic revival farmhouse was saved from demolition and restored by a group of local citizens. Decorated to the early 1900s, the main floor is now available as a venue for meetings and intimate family celebrations. During Doors Open, visitors will be treated to stories of Devereaux family farm life spanning over 150 years.

Hidden away in the park district of Georgetown you will find a log cabin. This little gem was built circa 1843 in Chinguacousy Township, but was moved to its current location in 1917 to serve as the clubhouse for the Georgetown Lawn Bowling Club. It is still being actively used to this day. A great example of adaptive reuse.

A brick community hall was built here in 1871, on land donated by Charles Williams, with help from the local temperance society. This community hall is run by nine trustees. The Board started annual Canada Day celebrations as a thank-you to the community. Lucy Maud Montgomery produced and directed plays here in the 1920s and 1930s.

The Brockton Heritage Committee plays a vital role in preserving the rich heritage of Brockton and area. Their archival collection — located in the former Township of Greenock's Council Chambers, currently the Greenock Works Shop — consists of historical artifacts, many of which were donated by members of the community. During Doors Open, come and learn about the area’s fascinating history.

The Bruce County Bookstore features books and authors relating to the county’s history, architecture, literature, agriculture and tourism. Explore the walls that are covered in artwork. Take a guided tour and learn more of the history of the site, and about the many readings and gatherings they have throughout the year. And maybe take home a souvenir from your visit.

The Bruce County’s Walkerton Patrol Shop ensures the safety and maintenance of roads throughout the community. The original part of the building is used for vehicle storage by night, and vehicle maintenance by day. The two-bay addition houses a welding/fabrication shop. And the office, employee amenities and storage area also house a sign shop and vehicle parts storage.

Henry Cargill built a thriving rural town of diversified pioneering industries and early amenities (electricity, telephone, fire department and library). The Cargill Museum brings to life Cargill's early history as the lumbering and entrepreneurial heart of Bruce County. Located in a former Royal Bank, it has been restored to include the original tin ceiling, bank vault and hardwood floors.

This three-level stone dwelling was built by Protasius Flach and his son Johann in 1865. In 1996, Flach’s great-granddaughter took ownership of this mixed-farming property and oversaw the home’s restoration by local artisans and building designers in 2016. Its interior furnishings reflect the home’s original era. Exterior attractions include a working windmill, a lavish outhouse and a groomed landscape.

Originally founded in 1917, Hammond Power Solutions has grown from crafting tools for the foundry industry to being a magnetic solutions leader in the electro industry. The Walkerton plant, established in 1976, has undergone substantial growth, now manufacturing over 65,000 transformers and reactors annually for commercial buildings, plants and schools. Come and learn more about this site and their work.

This 728-hectare (1,800-acre) generational dairy farm was started in 1951 by Eugene and Helen Kuntz with only 40 hectares (100 acres) as a mixed farm of dairy cows, pigs and beef cattle. Today, their cows produce 3,300 gallons (15,000 litres) of milk daily. Come see a 30-stall rotary milking parlour, automatic feed pushers, automatic calf feeders and self-propelled feed wagon.

The original structure on this site, known as the Thom Building, was built by local photographer John Strathearn Thom to accommodate his photography studio. This purpose-built gallery, which opened in 2012, includes equipment that uses strict environmental controls to display art. Today, the collection comprises primarily Canadian historical and contemporary works of both local and national significance.

The Lambton County Archives supports local genealogical and history research – with highlights that include local newspapers, land records and census records. Come and explore rare documents and photographs from the collection. Take a rare behind-the-scenes tour of the collection's storage vault (not normally accessible to the public). And learn about the history of Lambton County through this fascinating collection.

The Oil Museum of Canada, in the Village of Oil Springs, preserves the site of the first commercial oil well in North America. Learn the story of Canada’s oil pioneers – a unique and captivating era of our shared history! The 4-hectare (10-acre) site features four historical buildings with reconstructed spring-pole and three-pole derricks dominating the property.

The first recorded meeting of Saugeen Lodge #197 was held in 1868 under dispensation from the Grand Master. The original charter was signed by the Most Worshipful Brother Alexander Allan Stevenson. The 150th anniversary of Saugeen Lodge was celebrated in 2018. During Doors Open, visitors can get a rare look inside the culture and practices of this masonic lodge.

Built in 1877 for a branch of Presbyterians affiliated with the Church of Scotland, this handsome church was sold to the United Methodists in 1886. In 1925, the Methodists and other Presbyterians joined and became the United Church of Canada. More recently, the building has undergone many renovations and upgrades, including a new kitchen and opening up the sanctuary.

Commemorating Queen Victoria’s diamond jubilee, this building has housed municipal offices, a marketplace, police station and more. With eight floor levels and a 300-seat theatre with balcony — one of a few remaining in Ontario in its original condition — the hall was purchased by the local branch of the Architectural Conservancy Ontario in 1997. Today, it is a thriving performance venue.

The Walkerton Agricultural Society is home to the annual Walkerton Little Royal Fair. The Society encourages an awareness of agriculture and promotes improvements of persons living in the agricultural community. Formed in 1854, the Society celebrates its 170th anniversary this year. Over the decades, it has seen many changes. Come and visit the site and learn about its fascinating history.

The Walkerton Clean Water Centre (WCWC) is an agency of the Government of Ontario, established to help safeguard water resources. They coordinate and deliver education and training for water-system owners, operators, operating authorities and First Nations communities. The facility includes three classrooms and a Technology Demonstration Facility, featuring conventional and advanced water treatment technologies, pilot distribution systems and a laboratory.

Celebrate art, music and culture at Museum London's event! Experience Ron Benner's captivating As The Crow Flies installation and enjoy roasted corn and lime juice (at the maíz a la barbacoa wagon). Celebrate Latin American Heritage Month with local musicians and dancers and try new rhythms presented by Simple Reflections for Artists. Everyone is welcome to join the fun!

Join Multicultural Sunday at the Covent Garden Market, a vibrant celebration of global diversity. Enjoy live music, enticing food vendors and artisan stalls highlighting cultures from around the world. Indulge in delicious eats, immerse yourself in cultural experiences and dance the day away at Rotary Square. Don't miss this opportunity to savour the flavours and rhythms from across the globe!

The Canada Life building is a London landmark. Come and explore the Dufferin Lobby exhibit and take a self-guided tour of the fourth floor to see their corporate art collection and local performers. Don't miss AlvegoRoot Theatre’s revival of the London Life Troupers — the legendary Second World War troupe that entertained servicemen with dance, music and comedy!