Welcome to Backus-Page House Museum and Agricultural Centre operated by the Tyrconnell Heritage Society, situated in picturesque John E. Pearce Provincial Park, just south of Wallacetown, Ontario. We are in the heart of the Talbot Settlement, on the shores of Lake Erie. Enjoy the Spicer Trail, heritage gardens, historic barn, outbuildings, and our 1850's Georgian style house museum. Discover period room settings that tell the story of the Backus family and changing exhibits showcasing the rural communities of western Elgin County.
Upcoming Events
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Christmas Dinner in the Museum
November 30, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Traditional 1850's Christmas Dinner. Tickets are SOLD OUT
Backus-Page House Attractions
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Wetland “Storey” Trail
A wetland is an area that is saturated with water long enough for the soil to become waterlogged. They support a variety of water-loving and water-tolerant plants and animals. Some wetlands have water all year round, while others have water for only part of the year such as vernal pools. Here at John E. Pearce…
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