Museum of Ontario Archaeology

About Museum of Ontario Archaeology

The Museum of Ontario Archaeology is an arts and venue located in the Whitehills neighborhood on Attawandaron Road. It serves the public by providing educational experiences and preserving the human history of those who lived in the Great Lakes region of southwestern Ontario. Visitors can explore the museum's galleries, participate in various tours and activities, or visit the Lawson Site, which is a Canada Historic Place featuring an Indigenous agricultural village from the early 1500s. The museum also offers digital experiences, such as the VR Ancestral Longhouse, where guests can virtually enter a reconstructed 16th-century longhouse or interact with artifacts in a virtual lab. For students, the organization provides educational field trips and programming. Additionally, the museum operates a gift shop featuring various collectibles and provides professional services including artifact care, research assistance, and the rental of specialized equipment and various facility spaces like a theatre, classrooms, and boardrooms. Founded in 1933 by Amos and Wilfrid Jury, the museum is dedicated to the study and sharing of regional history. The organization provides several ways for the community to get involved, including volunteer positions, internships, and summer placements.