Elgin Military Museum (The)
Tourism Region: Southwestern Ontario
The purpose of the Elgin Military Museum is to collect, identify and display materials relating to military history, with an emphasis on Elgin County and its residents, and the role they have played in Canadian military history.
About the Collections
The collection contains uniforms, militaria, weapons and records relating to the military history of Elgin County and the role its residents have played in Canada's military history.
Approximate number of objects in the collections: over 8,000
Archives
The Museum has a limited archive section containing military documents and publications, techinical manuals and copies of correspondence and orders. As well, the Museum is collecting information on veterans from Elgin County and their personal experiences in the military.
Cartographic Materials •
Prints and Drawings •
Films and Videos •
Photographs •
Textual Records
Decorative Arts
Metalwork, Silverwork or Goldwork
Fine Arts
Miscellaneous:
War Art
Human History
Ceremonial Objects
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Communications Devices
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Local History
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Maps, Charts, Plans or Blueprints
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Medals
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Military History and Technology
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Weapons
Services & Activities
Research Services
Archival Records •
Conservation or Restoration •
Genealogical Research •
Library •
Object or Scientific specimen identification
Other: Firearms identification and verification
Educational Programs
Education programs are available to meet the current Ontario curriculum.
School Programs
: Age 5-11 (k-6)
: Age 12-17 (7-13)(Quebec: Secondary 1-CEGEP)
Visitor Services
Films and Videos
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Guided Tours
: English
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Information Centre or Desk
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Meeting Room Rental
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Parking Facilities
: Free
: Bus
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Gift shop
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Special Needs Facilities
: Parking
: Washrooms
: Wheelchairs available
: Wheelchair access
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Washrooms
Volunteer Services
Volunteer Services Available •
Volunteer Training Offered
Number of Volunteers: 40
Activities: maintenance, exhibit design, research, tours, cataloguing
Member Privileges
free admission, discounts on purchases, newsletter, advance notice/access to new exhibits
Internet Services
General Information •
Collections •
School Visits or Programs •
Directions or Map •
Local History
Publications and Products
Books •
Brochures •
Newsletters
Other: Flags and Flagpoles
Featured Images
A World War I Command bunker is recreated. (111.1kb)
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The vital role played by women in military history is chronciled. (47.1kb)
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The history of the Elgin Regiment (RCAC) is featured. (69.2kb)
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Map
Location
| Address: |
30 Talbot Street St. Thomas, Ontario N5P 1A3 See Map |
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| Telephone: | (519) 633-7641 |
| Email Us |
Hours of Operation
Operations:
Year Round
Open: Tuesday to Friday 13:00 hrs to 17:00 hrs
Saturday 10:00 hrs to 12:00 hrs and 13:00 hrs to 17:00 hrs
Sunday 14:00 hrs to 16:00 hrs (April to October)
Closed:
Monday
Closed Mondays, Holidays and Sundays (November to March)
Admission:
Charged
Adults $5.00, Children $1.00 Annual Membership $20.00
Discounts:
CMA members
