Across the Thames River from the Fairfield Museum, historic site of the Old Fairfield Village. Moravian Missionaries and Delaware Natives came from Ohio and established the village in 1792. The village was destroyed in the Battle of the Thames, during which the Shawnee leader, Chief Tecumseh was killed. Also close by is an Iroquoian Village and Museum.

The extended warm season in southwestern Ontario can offer golfers 10 months on a course. Dine at a variety of restaurants in the area. Visit many specialty shops and boutiques in the little communities in the area. Many weekend festivals throughout the area, such as car shows and sidewalk days. Enjoy fishing for pickerel in Lake Erie, or bird watching at nearby provincial parks.