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The History of Hosiery Manufacturing in London
While London is well-known for some of its successful twentieth century commercial enterprises, ranging from beer and cigars to banking and insurance, it has been forgotten as one of Ontario’s hubs for hosiery manufacturing.
Canada Day Family Picnic 2022
Our Canada Day Family Picnic was a great success! Thank you to everyone who celebrated with us at Grosvenor Lodge, we are lucky to have such a great community here in London. The day included excellent performances by musicians Ben Heffernan and Alyssa Bart, arts and...
You’re Invited to Our Vendor Re-Launch Party at Grosvenor Lodge
Come take a fresh look at one of London's historic wedding venues, Grosvenor Lodge. Join us Thursday, May 26th between 10am and 4pm at the Lodge for our Vendor Re-Launch Party! See our renovations in person and enjoy some light refreshments with our staff and other...
COVID-19 Update from Heritage London Foundation
Last Update: May 18th, 2022 Restrictions LiftedCOVID-19 Proof of Vaccination RequiredNew Restriction LevelsPhase Three Rules & RecommendationsJuly 2020 UpdateJune 2020 UpdateEnjoy Our Trails and Green SpacesVisit Elsie Perrin Williams EstateVisit Grosvenor...
New Mini Wedding and Vow Renewal Packages for 2022
Heritage London Foundation would like to announce that in the spring of 2022, we will be offering mini wedding and vow renewal ceremonies at Grosvenor Lodge and Elsie Perrin Williams Estate. We will be offering these intimate ceremonies one weekend or more a month...
Women’s History Month Spotlight: Elsie Perrin Williams
Elsie Perrin Williams was a creative soul. While she had many interests, such as golfing, she was clearly interested in art. From paintings, such as the one pictured below, to even designing the gatehouse at Windermere, she had a natural talent. She was also an avid...
Book Your Holiday Photoshoot with Heritage London Foundation
It's that time of year again when our grounds our blanketed with snow, our fires are crackling, and our photographers are capturing family memories! Looking for a London location with character to be the backdrop to your family photos? Book your Holiday Photoshoot at...
Grosvenor Lodge Gardens Part 2: The Evolution of the Kitchen Garden
As mentioned in Part 1 of this series, the kitchen garden seen in place today was installed as a millennium project. In 2000, grant money was given by the Trillium Foundation, London Community Foundation, and the Richard and Beryl Ivey Fund. The new garden was...
HLF Honours the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
On September 30, 2021, we mark Canada’s first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This new federal statutory holiday has been established as a day to reflect upon the legacy and impact of residential schools in Canada. For many decades, Indigenous children were...
Take a Stroll through Grosvenor Lodge Gardens: Part 1
Those of you who follow the progress of Heritage London Foundation and have received our newsletters over the years will be aware that the grounds at Grosvenor Lodge present a unique challenge. Heritage London Foundation has to maintain them with a minuscule budget...