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Discover the best top things to do in Petrolia, United States including Victoria Playhouse Petrolia, Guild Chocolates, Kingswell Glen, Lorne C. Henderson Conservation Area, Petrolia Discovery, Petrolia Farmer’s Market, Shakers Lounge, Petrolia Mercantile & Tea, Shiloh United Church, St Andrew's Presbyterian Church.
1. Victoria Playhouse Petrolia
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5.0 based on 75 reviews
Nestled in the heart of south western Ontario's Lambton County, and framed by Lake Huron and the St. Clair River, Petrolia is known as "The Greatest Town on Earth". Its unique history as the cradle of the global oil industry is complimented by its countless lush green parks, grand church spires and colourful gardens.Enjoy all the unique shops, restaurants, beautiful bed and breakfasts and of course, the renowned Victoria Playhouse Petrolia. The 400 seat, state of the art theatre is housed in Victoria Hall, one of the most architecturally impressive buildings in the county. About the Victoria Playhouse Petrolia - Victoria Playhouse is a gem of a theatre located in the Victoria Hall in Petrolia, just 3 hours from Toronto, 1 hour from London, 1 1/2 hours from Detroit and 20 minutes from Sarnia in Ontario or Port Huron right across the border in Michigan, USA. The Playhouse, just like the legendary Phoenix, has literally risen from its own ashes after the devastating fire of January 1989. Situated in Ontario's first oil town and after having provided a venue for theatre productions for over 100 years, Victoria Playhouse is now a modern, fully equipped, state-of-the-art, 425 seats, air-conditioned facility.
Reviewed By NLBlair - Windsor, Canada
The musicals are always such high energy productions, but not forgetting the dramas. Professional performers in small town theatre , best of both worlds. So looking forward to seeing next years performances, already have my tickets.
2. Guild Chocolates
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4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By BonnieAPH - Elora, Canada
I have just discover the beautiful chocolate creations of the Guild Chocolate Shop in Petrolia, Ontario. Delicious treats, and excellent service. Reasonably priced for artisan, award winning chocolates.
3. Kingswell Glen
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4.0 based on 4 reviews
In the late 1890s, Glenview; was a six-hole private course built by Jacob (Jake) Englehart, one of Imperial Oil's first vice-presidents. It was a hangout for oil barons and the rich and famous from all over the world.Jake Englehart was the owner of one of three Oil Refineries operating in Petrolia at that time. The three refineries later merged forming a new company called The Imperial Oil Company Limited. At the time, Petrolia supplied 90 percent of Canada's oil.In 1891, Jake and his new wife, Charlotte Eleanor, honeymooned in St. Anne's, Scotland and fell in love with Scottish courses. Englehart vowed he would build a course when he got home. The course is believed to have been opened in 1895, and was called Glenview. Englehart's original course of six holes was constructed on 18 acres of Bear Creek flats. Back then, the first tee was almost right outside the front door of the mansion, next to Bear Creek. It was a par-22 course measuring about 1,330 yards. The holes remained virtually unchanged for 100 years.After expanding to nine holes, the course was bequeathed to the town, and incorporated as the Glenview Golf and Country Club in 1922. The original clubhouse was built on Queen Street but was torn down in 1965 because it had become too small and too noisy for neighbours.In the early days, when Petrolia was "dry", the clubhouse was a popular spot. A new clubhouse opened in 1965 and a curling rink in 1969. In 2001, the course expanded to it's current 18 hole layout, with the new nine being built within the Glenview Estates subdivision.The Englehart Cup trophy which dates back to the 1920s, is presented annually to the club champion. (From The London Free Press - Summer 2001).
Reviewed By P7931KOjorgem - Sarnia, Canada
This golf course has been recently acquired by new owners, the service created by them made sure that the environment experienced during my visit was very friendly and professional. I would certainly recommend this attraction within the Sarnia Lambton Area.
4. Lorne C. Henderson Conservation Area
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4.0 based on 10 reviews
5. Petrolia Discovery
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3.5 based on 12 reviews
6. Petrolia Farmer’s Market
7. Shakers Lounge
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
8. Petrolia Mercantile & Tea
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4.5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By dawniem2014
This store is amazing! The staff is great and knowledgeable, friendly and helpful! They really know their products. The prices are great too! Quality products, great selection of teas, coffee, gourmet food. And the giftware selection is lovely! Definitely something for everyone there!
9. Shiloh United Church
10. St Andrew's Presbyterian Church
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