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Starting Tuesday, September 8, 2026, The County of Elgin will be undertaking rehabilitation work on the Eden Line Bridge. Elgin County will be sending a notice to all residents along Eden Line in the coming days.
For more information and updates on this project, please see the Notice of Construction: Eden Line Bridge Rehabilitation on the Elgin County website. For information about construction updates across Elgin County, go to the Engage Elgin website.
THE MARINE MUSEUM IS NOW CLOSED FOR THE SEASON!
We look forward to you visiting us next summer!
The Port Burwell Marine Museum is located at 20 Pitt Street and the Historic 1840 Lighthouse is located across the street at 17 Robinson Street, Port Burwell. Unfortunately due to structural concerns, the Historic Lighthouse is not currently open to visitors at this time. Engineered stabilization practices are in place. For more information, please contact the Port Burwell Historical Society at pbhistoricalsociety@gmail.com.
The Marine Museum is open daily Victoria Day Weekend through to Labour Day from 10:00 am - 5:30 pm, with interesting displays and activities for all ages. The seasonal Museum phone number is 519-874-4807. Off-season information may be obtained by calling the Municipal Office 519-866-5521.
Visit your local museum to see next year's NEW annual exhibits, to be announced in the Spring!
2026 Admission Prices (Cash only):
Children 12 & Under Free;
Adults (13+) $3.00 per person;
Family $8.00 per family (up to four 13+);
Children's Educational Program $4.00 per student;
Groups of 10 or more, $2.00 per person. Please call ahead to the Museum 519-874-4807 (10:00am – 5:30pm) to book a time and for group pricing.
Off-season tours may be arranged by contacting the curator by email: curator@bayham.on.ca
Each year the Marine Museum will be participating during the Canada Day Celebrations with a themed craft and special guest.
They will also be at Beachfest Civic Day weekend festivities with a different craft for kids each day.
You can find us along the sidewalk near the museum parking lot for each event. Watch for balloons!
For further information, please contact the Marine Museum at 519-874-4807 (10:00am – 5:30pm) or email: curator@bayham.on.ca
The Port Burwell Marine Museum offers tours and educational programs designed to give a greater understanding of life along Lake Erie, as well as the role played by the Lighthouse and the people of the village and surrounding area.
Light and Sound on Lake Erie – learn about the lighthouse, lenses, and how they work, as well as foghorns and their importance to marine navigation.
The Life of a Lifeboat – Learn about marine safety from our lifeboat as it tells a story of disaster and rescue.
Contact the Curator for more educational programs at: curator@bayham.on.ca
Group Tours may be arranged by calling the Museum during the season at 519-874-4807 (10:00am – 5:30pm).
Off-season tours may be arranged by calling the municipal office at 519-866-5521 Ext 234 (Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm) or by contacting the Curator at curator@bayham.on.ca .
*Please note - Advance notice for large group tours is required.
The Port Burwell Marine Museum is located at 20 Pitt Street and the Historic 1840 Lighthouse is located across the street at 17 Robinson Street, Port Burwell. Unfortunately due to structural concerns, the Historic Lighthouse is not currently open to visitors at this time. Engineered stabilization practices are in place. For more information, please contact the Port Burwell Historical Society at pbhistoricalsociety@gmail.com.
The below meeting dates and staff reports may be referenced for additional information:
Find the above noted staff reports through the corresponding agendas found through the Agendas & Minutes Page.
