Welcome to the London Heritage Council

The London Heritage Council (LHC) is a not-for-profit umbrella organization established in 2007. The mission of the LHC is to enhance the quality of life of all Londoners through the preservation, promotion and celebration of heritage and cultural resources and activities, and to encourage a sense of place and civic memory in London’s diverse cultural community.

FEATURED NEWS

LHC Welcomes a New Team Member
The London Heritage Council is pleased to welcome Jason Clarke as the newest member of the team. Jason will be coordinating the much anticipated launch of the Heritage Portal as well as coordinating our Social Media strategy. You can find out more about Jason here.

New Online Publications Announced
The LHC is proud to announce the online publication of two new local histories! Available exclusively on the LHC site, both resources can be viewed and downloaded here. Scroll down for more info and enjoy!

Recipients of $75,000 in CHIP Funding Announced
Fifteen London-based projects are receiving funding for innovative heritage and cultural heritage initiatives in London, under the Community Heritage Investment Program. For more information on the 2010 recipients, read more...

Eldon House Celebrates 175 Years
London's oldest surviving residence is 175 years old. From September 2009 to August 2010, plans are underway to celebrate this special year. Read More...

Discover Stories of Eldon House
Through a Land of Extremes: The Littledales of Central Asia
Writers Nicholas and Elizabeth Clinch tell the story of daring travelers Theresa Harris and husband St. George Littledale. Signed copies of the book are available at Eldon House, The Gallery Shop in Museum London and at City Hall. $25 (includes taxes). Read More...

Doors Open Featured on

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Doors Open Coordinator Charity Miskelly on In Touch

Check out this video of Doors Open London Coordinator Charity Miskelly on last weeks In Touch. You can get more information on Doors Open London happening September 18th & 19th at www.doorsopenlondon.ca

~LHC Online Exclusive~

Two Fanshawe Pioneer Village Publications
Now Available!

Interested in local history?

Ever wonder what education was like in the days of the pioneers?

For those well versed in history and those just starting out, the London Heritage Council is happy to announce the recent online publication of two concise and local histories.

Written by Dr. Marvin Simner, both books offer a glimpse into the past in 35 pages or less and are available online completely free!

The LHC is thrilled to provide a digital home to such an incredibly valuable resource!

Click here for the FULL text in PDF!!!