Super 8 Hotel Chatham Ontario Canada

Things To Do

Museums:

R.M. Classic Cars

   RM Classic Cars and Auto Restoration, the world’s largest vintage and auction restoration company is located here. Visitors can take a  guided tour of RM Classic Car Exhibit that showcases the work of one of North America’s leading automobile restoration facilities. On the tour, guests can view more than 60 rare and valuable classic and antique vehicles. This is an ever-changing display.

The exhibit is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 12 months a year. Please call 1-877.523.2684 or 1-800-561-6125 to arrange a tour.


Buxton National Historic Site



There are signs of industry and thrift and comfort, everywhere; signs of intemperance, of idleness, of want, nowhere. There is no tavern and no groggery; but there is a chapel and a schoolhouse. Most interesting of all are the inhabitants. Twenty years ago, most of them where slaves who owned nothing, not even their children. Now they own themselves; they own homes and farms, and they have their wives and children about them. They are enfranchised citizens of a government which protects their rights. They have the great essentials of human happiness, "something to love, something to do, and something to hope for" and if they are not happy it is their own fault. 


Milner Heritage House

In the 1860s, Robert Milner, a young English immigrant, came to the growing town of Chatham, Canada West. Here, he started a modest buggy and sleigh manufacturing business. In 1874, at the age of 19, Emma Wicks married Robert. Emma became a prominent artist even though she didn't have any formal training. She specialized in "crayon" portraits (pencil stippling) for which she won many awards.

 By the 1890s, the Milner Carriage Works had grown to become one of the largest vehicle producers in southern Ontario and Robert had established himself as one of Chatham’s “Captains of Industry.” Robert and his wife, Emma, built this Queen Anne style residence on the corner of William and Murray Streets in 1894. Together, they had seven children. 


Chatham Railroad Museum

Visit the Railroad Museum located in a retired C.N. Baggage Car. Travel back in time to the age of steam. Marvel at the craftsmanship of our forefathers as you examine early railway equipment. Vintage photos of men who made the trains roll on by are on display. Interactive activities for all ages. 


Wallaceburg and District Museum



A dream for local history enthusiasts culminated June 29, 1984 when the Wallaceburg and District Museum was officially dedicated. During ensuing years, an active and operative historical centre continues not only as a museum artifact depository, but has raised a public consciousness of heritage appreciation. Reaching that goal came only after a struggle over several decades. Dr. George Mitchell, local medical practitioner, might be judged Wallaceburg's first active historian. He assisted with the formation of the Kent Historical Society in 1913, authored papers and generally promoted heritage awareness when not treating his patients.

TOURIST ATTRACTIONS:

Cabin Wheels Inn and Wild Zone




Over the years, when you have children, you talk to many parents about the different aspects of raising children. And over the years we have heard many parents mention "Wheels Inn", located in Chatham, Ontario, as a great place for a family getaway with a Hotel and Indoor Amusement Park all in one. We are now pleased to include this exciting Hotel Fun 4 Kids Rated Destination and Recommended Family Attraction as a www.hotelfun4kids.com feature "Visits". This "Visit" allowed us to experience all fun, adventure and attractions offered at Wheels Inn and Wild Zone Adventures™, all under one roof. 

Chatham Uncle Tom's Cabin



Uncle Tom's Cabin Historic Site commemorates the life of Reverend Josiah Henson. Recognized for his contributions to the abolition movement and for his work in the Underground Railroad, he rose to international fame after Harriet Beecher Stowe acknowledged his memoirs as a source for her 1852 anti-slavery novel, Uncle Tom’s Cabin. It was Henson's life experiences that inspired Ms. Stowe's creation of the character Uncle Tom in her 1852 outcry against slavery

Chatham Capitol Theatre



When the Chatham Capitol Theatre opened in 1930, it was one of the largest and most spectacular movie houses in Western Ontario. Saved from demolition in 1995, the Capitol is undergoing a remarkable transformation into a state-of-the-art, 1200 seat performing arts and entertainment centre.

When completed, the Capitol will host a variety of national and international theatre performances, concerts, and special events. The general performance season calendar is intended to include top calibre shows, which will cover the range from drama to comedy, to opera and to gospel, rock, country, blues, jazz, and classical music. From kids to grandparents, there will be something for everyone.

FESTIVALS:
   Harvest Fest
   Retro Fest 
   Gregor Crossing Medieval Faire 
   Upper Canada Heritage Days


RECREATIIONAL FACILITES:
    OLG Slots and Dresden Raceway 
    Greenview Aviaries

RECREATION:
   Chatham Kent Supreme Highland Games
   Walpole Algonac Ferry 

CONSERVATION AREAS:
  CM Wilson Conservation Area 

PROVINCIAL PARKS:
   Rondeau Provincial Park
   Wheatley Provincial Park