About Us

Gift Shop

Gallery

Hours

Monday to Friday
10:00 am to 5:00 pm

Admission

$2 / Person
$5 / Family

Location

14 East Street
Aylmer, Ontario
N5H 1W2

Connect

(519) 773-9723
info@aylmermuseum.ca

Explore Our Collection

Discover the history of Aylmer and Malahide by browsing our diverse collection of artifacts and archival materials.
We work diligently to catalogue our collection with daily additions to our database.
Search the over 10 000 entries in our online database through the Elgin County Museum portal.

Springfield Marching Band helmet
Springfield band helmet, owned by Jesse Shively c. 1892. Click for more information!

From Farm to Factory

The Major Industries of Aylmer and Malahide
Exhibited at 14 East St.

April 14 - November 28, 2025

Exploring the histories of the Aylmer Canning Company, Carnation Milk, and Imperial Tobacco, and these companies' impact on our local community and economy. Sponsored by the Estate of Donna Vera Bushell within the Elgin-St. Thomas Community Foundation.

Upcoming Events & Exhibits

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September 20, 2025

Exhibit Open House

Join us to check out our current featured exhibit!

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September 19 - September 20, 2025

Free Admission

Enjoy free admission to the museum at 14 East St. on September 19th and 20th!

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September 21, 2025

Barbecue Fundraiser

We'll be hosting a barbecue fundraiser as part of the Aylmer and Area Heritage Festival

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September 15 - September 21, 2025

Service and Sacrifice

The History of the Aylmer Legion and the Local Impact of War

AMMA News

An Incredible Donation from the Mennill Family!

Dave and Judy Mennill kindly donated $100,000 to the Relocation Fund!

Available Now! Highlights of Aylmer’s Heritage

Booklets for sale for $5 each

Relocation Project Update

We've received a draft report on the structure of our building

Sponsors & Supporters

Thank you so much to our generous sponsors and supporters.