London and Middlesex Branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society Library

1017 Western Road, Coach House behind Grosvenor Lodge,
Saturday, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm; Sunday: NOT OPEN

Google Maps Link

View Website

Category: Returning Site   

Description

Samuel Peters and his wife, Ann, arrived in London from Devonshire, England in 1835, only nine years after the first settler, Peter McGregor. Their home and carriage house were designed and built by nephew, Samuel Peters Jr. who was a leading London architect, engineer and surveyor. The early brick two storey coach or carriage house with large double doors accommodated horses, buggies, and later their automobiles. The property, perched on a height of land with a once-splendid view of the city's downtown area, was for a long time a working farm with prize winning bantam chickens and other fowl, as well as thoroughbred horses. The estate remained in the family until Samuel senior's granddaughter, Leila (Mrs. James Dunn), died. The London & Middlesex County Branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society was one of the first tenants in Grosvenor Lodge, when it was turned into a heritage and environmental resource centre about 1990. The society's Library is now housed in the Coach House, a leisurely stroll through the lovely park-like property at the rear of the Lodge.

DO London Experience

Visitors to the Coach House at Grosvenor Lodge will enjoy a most enlightening experience. This will be a wonderful opportunity for our guests, both young and old, to observe the unique architecture, and learn about the history and the many uses, past and present, of the Coach House. As well, the main floor houses the library of the London & Middlesex County Branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society. We provide complimentary assistance, and numerous helpful brochures to those researching their Family History. Due to the extreme popularity of the television program, "Who do You Think You Are?", the widespread interest in Family History is very evident. Our experienced volunteers will be happy to help individuals with their own personal family trees. To this end, we have information on computers, books CDs, and films. For all ages, we offer advice and lookups on our computers, as well as provide guides for those who wish to start working on their family tree. Each guide contains useful tips, suggestions, charts, and websites.

Photography: Interior & Exterior - Photography, Filming and Tripod Permitted