The Ontario government is helping to build cultural tourism by supporting the 30th anniversary of the London Regional Children’s Museum and an expansion of Doors Open London, Minister of Culture Madeleine Meilleur announced today, together with Chris Bentley, Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities, Khalil Ramal, MPP for London-Fanshawe and Deb Matthews, MPP for London North Centre.
“Arts and culture matter, and our government understands the vital role they play in our communities,” said Meilleur. “By building audiences for cultural attractions in London, we will help strengthen cultural
organizations, tourism and the economy, and provide the people of Ontario with
a quality of life that is second to none.”
The London Regional Children’s Museum will receive $100,000 through the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund (OCAF) for “The Big 3-0,” a six-month series of celebrations and programs centred on the museum’s 30th anniversary. The museum will use the funding for activities including an exhibition ofcollected works from Alan Benninger, which features 129 tin toys representing different themes and time periods. The funding will also support “Around the World in 99 Days” a program that consists of 99 consecutive days of educational, hands-on activities, and encourages visitors to experience science, heritage and the arts of countries worldwide. It marks the first time the museum has offered a special exhibition during the summer months. These programs are projected to increase attendance by approximately 19,000 visitors this year.
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