This 1890s silk evening dress was a gift of Mrs. A. L. Goodrich. Treat Mom to something special this Mother's Day weekend. Join us Saturday, May 10 at 2:30 p.m. for a guided tour of the Museum and enjoy a takeaway treat box in the Coach House. Tickets: secure1.tixhub.com/oakville/onlin…

Register now for our FREE Movement, Mindfulness and Meditation workshop on May 17 at 10 a.m. Learn gentle yoga poses and calming breathing exercises. Guided meditation will make up the majority of the session. Age 18+ Limited spots available! Sign up at: townofoakville.perfectmind.com/24974/Clients/…

Looking for a curated summer camp experience for curious minds? Oakville Museum camps blend learning and fun with art activities, outdoor games and nature exploration. Discover the wonders of science, architecture, fashion, design and more! Register now: townofoakville.perfectmind.com/Contacts/BookM…

Staying in town this Victoria Day long weekend? Oakville's First Post Office opens for the season this Saturday, May 17! Visit us in Lakeside Park (144 Front Street) weekends and holiday Mondays from 1 to 4:30 p.m. all summer long. #MayisMuseumMonth

New to yoga or looking to unwind? Discover the power of deep relaxation in our FREE Movement, Mindfulness and Meditation workshop on May 17 from 10–1:15 a.m. Learn gentle yoga poses + calming breathing exercises in this guided meditation session. Sign up: townofoakville.perfectmind.com/24974/Clients/…

Only ONE ticket left for the Spirited Garden: A Victorian Cocktail Affair. 🌿🍸 Step back in time for an evening of expertly crafted tastings, engaging storytelling, and a celebration of the Golden Age of Mixology. 🎟️ linktr.ee/oakvillemuseum 🗓️ Friday, May 23 at 7 p.m.

Have any PA Day plans yet? Craft and Tour with us Friday, June 6 at 1:30 and 3 p.m. Create a special craft with your child and enjoy a guided tour of the Oakville Museum. For ages 6-12 plus participating adults. Register now at: linktr.ee/oakvillemuseum

June marks National Indigenous History Month. Learn about past and present Treaty relationships in what is now Oakville in Debwewin: The Truth Project. This travelling exhibit was created in partnership with Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and Oakville Community Foundation. Now on until June 29 at 8 Navy Street.

On June 7, Grandmother's Voice invite you to "Sitting with the Elders," a gathering to celebrate Indigenous wisdom at The Meeting House from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For tickets and information, visit: grandmothersvoice.com/event/sitting-…

Join us June 22 from 1-3 p.m. for a storytelling afternoon with Anishinaabe author and illustrator Jennifer Faria. Make a hands-on craft inspired by the book and visit the Debwewin exhibit. Age 3+ Presented in partnership w/ St. Jude's Church. Tickets: tithe.ly/event-registra…

This Farm Service Force sweatshirt and pennant collection are a gift of June Hitchcox. She joined the Farmerettes in the 1940s, a brigade of teen girls who harvested crops across Ontario while men served during WW2. Visit our exhibit "The Seven Glorious Virtues" to learn more!

Happy PA Day! Looking for something to do with the kiddos this afternoon? Craft and Tour with us today at 1:30 and 3 p.m. Fee: $7.35 per child. For ages 6-12 plus adult caregivers. Register now at: linktr.ee/oakvillemuseum

Glamour on the go! Our Dressed to the Nines outreach display at Queen's Avenue features Etta Sherman's cocktail dresses from the 1950s and 60s. Etta, a prominent supporter of the Alpha Omega Foundation of Canada, wore these to many of their special events.

The Oakville Festivals of Film & Art is coming up June 18-25th. They have a great lineup of more than 100 features, docs and shorts. Check out Sweet Summer Pow Wow June 21 at 7:30 p.m. and don't miss a cast and crew Q&A w/ Graham Greene! #OFFA Tickets: offa2025.eventive.org/schedule/67faa…

Join us this Sunday, June 22 from 1-3 p.m. for a storytelling afternoon with Anishinaabe author & illustrator Jennifer Faria. Make a craft inspired by the book and visit the Debwewin exhibit. Age 3+ Presented in partnership w/ St. Jude's Church. Tickets: tithe.ly/event-registra…

The first day of summer is finally here! 🌞 It’s not too late to sign up the kids for Summer Camp at the Oakville Museum. With weekly themes like art, nature, science, architecture and fashion design, we have something fun for all ages and interests. Info: townofoakville.perfectmind.com/Contacts/BookM…

Today is #NationalIndigenousPeoplesDay. Debwewin (Truth) is one of the Anishinabek Seven Grandfather Teachings. To learn more, visit Debwewin: The Truth Project, a travelling exhibit created as a collaboration between the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and Oakville Community Foundation, now on until June 29.

Thank you Jennifer Faria for joining our storytime afternoon at the Oakville Museum w/ St. Jude's Church. It was an honour to welcome families into our space to hear your stories and connect with Indigenous voice and perspectives. See more of her work at: jenniferfaria.ca

Canada Day is almost here! 🍁 We're open this weekend from 1–4:30 p.m. but closed June 30 and July 1. Join us at Oakville's Canada Day celebration in Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park on July 1, starting at 5 p.m. For event details visit: oakville.ca/community-even…

Now that the summer is in full swing our extended hours for Oakville's First Post Office have begun! Stop by for a visit Tuesday to Sunday from 1-4:30 p.m. Built in 1835, this little building was moved to Lakeside Park in 1952 where it became the Town's first museum. 🪶✉️ 📬