Not all stories are on display. Enjoy a special guided tour of Erchless Estate highlighting artifacts that bring Oakville’s story to life. Then enjoy a delightful tea experience in the Coach House and learn more about our collections in storage. Tour are at 11:30 and 2:30. For ages 12+
Where history meets the season. Explore light, garden-inspired recipes rooted in the past, and discover how simple, fresh ingredients have always been at the heart of a good table. Spring is a celebration of new beginnings, longer days, fresh ingredients, and lighter, brighter cooking. Let the Oakville Museum inspire your creativity in the kitchen with […]
February 14 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. For ages 4 to 12 plus adults From cards and candy to Cupid and his bow, explore popular Valentine's Day traditions from the past. Create a card and a gift for your special Valentine.
For ages 4 to 12, plus adults Create a special craft with your child and enjoy a guided tour of the Oakville Museum. Tours at 1:30 and 3:00
Tour Erchless Estate, beautifully decorated for the season. Experience Christmas traditions of the past, see classic toys on display, and make a festive craft. November 28 at 1:30 and 3 p.m. November 29 at 1:30 p.m. For ages 4 to 12 plus adults
Tour Erchless Estate, beautifully decorated for the season. Experience Christmas traditions of the past, see classic toys on display, and make a festive craft. November 28 at 1:30 and 3 p.m. November 29 at 1:30 p.m. For ages 4 to 12 plus adults
Tour Erchless Estate, beautifully decorated for the season. Experience Christmas traditions of the past, see classic toys on display, and make a festive craft. November 28 at 1:30 and 3 p.m. November 29 at 1:30 p.m. For ages 4 to 12 plus adults
Spark curiosity and creativity through hands-on activities, exhibits and artifacts. A parent or caregiver must attend and participate. One adult per child. October theme: Celebrate the Harvest. November Theme: Christmas Discovery. Ages 30 months to 5 years
Don't miss Santa's special visit to the Museum! Write a letter to Santa at the Old Post Office in Lakeside Park. Tour Erchless Estate, beautifully decorated for Christmases past. Create magic in the Coach House before meeting Santa in his cozy sitting room. Your 30-minute booking is for a visit with Santa.
Spark curiosity and creativity through hands-on activities, exhibits and artifacts. A parent or caregiver must attend and participate. One adult per child. October theme: Celebrate the Harvest. November Theme: Christmas Discovery. Ages 30 months to 5 years
Celebrate creativity everywhere, everyway! During this three-week festival, visit Shary Boyle's The Sleeper a site-specific art installation presented in partnership with Ontario Culture Days. Then join us September 27 for arts and culture programming all afternoon, including: Wampum Belt Workshop with Grandmother’s Voice Museum Gardens: Over 150 Years in Bloom (presentation and walking tour) Shibori indigo workshop at […]
Join us for an interactive storytelling afternoon with Anishinaabe author and illustrator Jennifer Faria. Enjoy a live reading then make a hands-on craft inspired by the book. Visit the Debwewin: The Truth Project exhibit to learn more about Indigenous history and contemporary experiences. This event encourages cultural connection and learning through storytelling, art, and play.
This special gardening program for young children allows them to try out their green thumbs at the Oakville Museum. Children will have lots of fun planting seeds, decorating containers, and making flowering crafts. This is the perfect way to introduce young children to an unparented program experience while exploring the historic Erchless gardens. Two week […]
This special gardening program for young children allows them to try out their green thumbs at the Oakville Museum. Children will have lots of fun planting seeds, decorating containers, and making flowering crafts. This is the perfect way to introduce young children to an unparented program experience while exploring the historic Erchless gardens. Two week […]
