Gothic arches, carved fretwork and weathered wood combine to produce a picturesque Pioneer Bee House . A replica stands in place of the 1820's original which was destroyed by fire. This building would have been filled with large wooden boxes for wild bees to occupy, and make their honey, later to be collected and eaten by the pioneers. Workshops and special events held throughout the year make The Elgin County Pioneer Museum an integral part of the community. Programs are available for primary and secondary school groups, children's groups, adults, and seniors.
Yearly memberships are also available.
The Elgin County Pioneer Museum would like to acknowledge the support of the Women's Institutes of Elgin County, the St. Thomas Chapters of the IODE, the Corporation of the County of Elgin, the City of St. Thomas, and our many dedicated volunteers.