Museums

Watford Museum

The Watford Museum is located behind Bluebird Parkette, on Ontario Street, in Watford. Built in 1885, the building was formerly the Watford Fire Hall. In 1914, Council approved the tender of R.O. Spalding to build a jail at the back of the building for the cost of $429.00. The second floor was used for various things such as Council meetings and court cases. The Fire Hall was used until moving into the former armory across the road.

In 2012, the former Fire Hall was converted into a museum. Over the years, various historical items have been donated by current and former residents of the Township. The most popular items on display include the Maxmobile (a car handmade by David Maxwell) and Watford's first fire truck (Engine No. 1) which was built in 1936.

The Township of Warwick's recently formed Historical/Heritage Committee is currently undergoing articling of the items, and plan to chronicle them and create displays so the museum can be open on a regular basis. Currently, there are no set hours of operation but the Museum is open during special occasions and events taking place in the Township.

For more information regarding the museum, please call the Parks and Recreation Department at 519-876-2808 or by email.

Heritage Sarnia-Lambton

Explore the history of Lambton County. The eight museums of Lambton County making up Heritage Sarnia-Lambton offer a variety of events, exhibits, and programs throughout the year.