The Stork Club Big Band Museum and Hall of Fame, in Port Stanley, Ontario, was set up to create a museum, exhibition and hall of fame dedicated to the history of the Stork Club, the display of Big Band memorabilia, and the revival and enjoyment of Swing Era music through ongoing events such as dances, concerts and festivals.

The Stork Club, on the shores of Lake Erie in Port Stanley, was one of the most famous dance halls in North America. Opened in 1926 as the London and Port Stanley Dance Pavilion, and later renamed the Stork Club, it quickly became a favourite venue for big bands, orchestras and singers from Canada and the US.   The building was destroyed by fire in 1979.

For more on the history of the Stork Club, go to our Frequently Asked Questions page or watch our video on the Stork Club History.

The Stork Club Big Band Museum and Hall of Fame is a registered charity, registered charitable number 82787 8729 RR0001.

For more information on becoming a member, or to make a contribution, please use the form on the 'Contact Us' page, or write to us at P.O. Box 8, Port Stanley, Ontario. We will issue a tax receipt for donations.