The Gibson House is the 1851 restored home of David Gibson, local farmer, politician and land surveyor, his wife Eliza and their seven children. The museum offers a wide range of hands-on programs for schools, families and community groups that explore life in the rural community of Willow Dale.

Gibson house is located at 5172 Yonge Street, at Park Home Avenue
(Between Sheppard and Finch Avenue)

Birthday Parties at Gibson House

Hands-on History (1.5 hours) or (2 hours) - Ages 5 and up

Birthday groups will explore the 1851 farmhouse, experience what life would be like in the 19th century and engage in various fun and historic activities. Call the museum directly to customize your party program. Examples of activities to choose from include:

• Bake Derby Cakes over the open hearth
• Play 19th century toys and games
• Churn butter and ice cream
• Prepare wool for the spinning wheel
• Make a meal in the historic kitchen
• Make handkerchief dolls

For more information on our Birthday Parties and for pricing, please contact us or visit our website.

Summer Camp, March Break Camps

Week-long Day Camps with a focus on History and the Arts!

A journey of exploration and discovery back to the Willow Dale of 1851, our camps offer a range of creative, hands-on, activity based programs inspired by the Gibson House, it's collections and research. Led by experienced Interpreters who work with our school groups year-round, our staff ensures a safe, fun and friendly environment for learning and play.

For specific themes, age ranges, and prices please contact us or visit our website.
 
We hope your child will join us!

Want to see more about the camps at Gibson House or other City of Toronto Historic Sites?
For more camps and information, visit www.toronto.ca/culture/camps Or www.toronto.ca/museums.

For special events at Toronto's Historic Sites visit www.toronto.ca/museums-events.