Current Exhibits

A Taste of Science
Have you ever wondered why food spoils? A Taste of Science highlights the role science plays in delaying food decay and keeping food nutritious and safe for us to eat. In this engaging experience, immerse yourself in an oversized “pantry” and discover what makes food spoil, and different food preservation techniques. You’ll find lots to feed your mind and imagination on the menu!
Lambton Gallery
The Lambton Gallery is a thematic overview of our local history. Discover how our communities have changed in dramatic ways over time, but also things we have in common with the people that came before us. Some of the themes that are explored include the natural world and biodiversity, key local industries, arts and culture, the study of archaeology, and more.
Collections Centre
Get a glimpse behind the scenes into the museum's collections storage area in this gallery space. It also highlights special artifacts from the eleven municipalities across Lambton County.
Historic Buildings
Lambton Heritage Museum has a collection of 5 historic buildings on site. Explore buildings from our local history, such as Rokeby School, Cameron Church, Tudhop Home, Beef-ring Slaughterhouse and Ravenswood Blacksmith Shop.
Exhibition Halls
These two exhibition halls contain agricultural machinery, tools, wagons, and more! Many were manufactured in Lambton County. You can view the museum's largest steam engines and threshing machines in these buildings. Also on display is a rare, horse-drawn ambulance, made by Petrolia Wagon Works and used in Lambton's oil fields over 100 years ago.