Join us for our March Break Drop-in Days in the Gallery!
Step inside the Trillium Community Gallery to discover this year’s Winter exhibit: Naakonigewnan ezhi-zhitoong: Wampum and Treaties of London & Middlesex County.
Explore history of wampum and the treaties of London and Middlesex County. Artwork and research by students from Antler River Elementary School at the Chippewas of the Thames First Nation illustrate how wampum has been used to record agreements and relationships throughout history.
Engage with hands-on activities, including wampum making, drumming, art activities, and more! A full schedule of daily activities will be announced in early March.
While you are here make sure to go for a walk of the Village grounds (heritage buildings are closed).
Tuesday, March 17 to Friday March 20, 2026
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. each day
Free by Donation
This is a drop-in event for all ages. (Children cannot be left unattended.)
Registration is not required, but recommended.
To register please contact us at: collections2@fanshawepioneervillage.ca
Please include in your email a contact name, the number of adults, the number of children, and the day you plan to attend.
There is a schedule of activities listed at the bottom of this page. (Please scroll down to see.)
Activities Location:
All activities will be held in the Trillium Community Gallery, which is located in the Spriet Family Visitor Centre, located directly beside the entrance to the Heritage Village (large red barn).
Accessible parking located in front of building.
Winter Walks:
The Village Grounds will be open for winter walks (weather dependent) during Drop-in Day hours. If you are going for a walk in the Village, please check-in at the Gallery first. Make sure to dress for the weather.
Note: Heritage Buildings in the Village are closed at this time. The Village will fully reopen for the 67th season on May 16, 2026.
*Note: The Fanshawe Conservation Area front dam gate closes each day at 4:00 p.m. Please ensure you have exited the park by this time.
Programming Schedule for the Week
Drop-in programming is designed for all ages. Note: this list is subject to change.
Tuesday, March 17th
10:00-11:00 – Opening ceremonies
11:00-2:00 – Wampum making and art activities
Wednesday, March 18th
10:00-11:00 – Wampum Belts Presentation
11:00-2:00 – Wampum making and art activities
Thursday, March 19th
10:00-11:00 – Children’s song, justice work
11:00-2:00 – Wampum making and art activities
Friday, March 20th
10:00-11:00 – The Longwoods Treaty (Treaty 21) Presentation
11:00–2:00 Barn Quilt Movement
