Oshawa Museum

Oshawa Museum Open year round and located in Lakeview Park, the Oshawa Museum offers events that engage, educate,

The Oshawa Museum (OM) preserves and promotes awareness and appreciation of Oshawa’s history for the education, enrichment and enjoyment of a diverse audience. As the only community museum in Oshawa we take great pride in showcasing the history of our city from the earliest First Nation occupation to the end of WWII. The OM is administered by the Oshawa Historical Society, a not for profit charita

ble institution, as an external agency of the City of Oshawa. We work in partnership with many community cultural organizations including Heritage Oshawa which is the Municipal Heritage Committee, comprised of Council appointed volunteers. Heritage Oshawa advises City Council on properties of cultural heritage value which are worthy of designation.

Indigenous Peoples Day celebrates the heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit an...
06/06/2026

Indigenous Peoples Day celebrates the heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. In honour of Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21, the exhibit, A Carrying Place, is open for free tours from 12–4 PM. Robinson House only will be open this afternoon.

Tickets for the next Tea & Talk are 75% sold out! Enjoy your tea and scones while Museum staff lead engaging historical ...
06/05/2026

Tickets for the next Tea & Talk are 75% sold out! Enjoy your tea and scones while Museum staff lead engaging historical discussions. To celebrate the opening of our newest exhibit, this Tea & Talk explores the history of parks in Oshawa, looks at summers spent at the pool and winters on the skating rink! Don't miss out!

Join the Oshawa Museum for the Tea & Talk series. Enjoy your tea and scones while Museum staff lead engaging historical discussions.June is Parks and Recreation Month! To celebrate the opening of our newest exhibit, this Tea & Talk explores the history of

to the opening of the Michael Starr Building in downtown Oshawa, June 1, 1983. Michael Starr is in the middle, in the ...
06/04/2026

to the opening of the Michael Starr Building in downtown Oshawa, June 1, 1983. Michael Starr is in the middle, in the light grey suit, and to his left are Premier Bill Davis and Mayor Allan Pilkey. Oshawa Museum archival collection (A025.8.30.b).

Yoga in the Garden is back on Friday morning! This week's instructor is Denise Rumsey. Yoga in the Gardens runs Friday m...
06/03/2026

Yoga in the Garden is back on Friday morning! This week's instructor is Denise Rumsey. Yoga in the Gardens runs Friday mornings at 9 AM, rain or shine! Be sure to bring whatever props you need to support your practice - blanket, blocks, bolster, etc. and don't forget the water!⁠
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Yoga is free, with donations gratefully accepted to the Oshawa Museum.

The Oshawa Museum is now booking end-of-term tours! The "Day in the Life" program books up fast during the month of June...
06/03/2026

The Oshawa Museum is now booking end-of-term tours! The "Day in the Life" program books up fast during the month of June! Contact the Oshawa Museum to book your class! Send us a DM for more info!

June is another busy month at the Oshawa Museum! Here's what you have to look forward to:🧶 June 9: Craft Circle at Guy H...
06/02/2026

June is another busy month at the Oshawa Museum! Here's what you have to look forward to:
🧶 June 9: Craft Circle at Guy House⁠
🍵 June 14: Tea & Talk: A Walk in the Park (RSVP req'd)
💬 June 21: A Carrying Place exhibit tours
👟 June 27: Port Oshawa Pioneer Cemetery Tour⁠
🧶 June 28: Craft Circle at Guy House⁠⁠
🧘June 5, 12, 19, 26: Yoga in the Garden

Great guesses for this month's mystery object! Our records identify this as a masher. The reason for the ridges isn't no...
06/01/2026

Great guesses for this month's mystery object! Our records identify this as a masher. The reason for the ridges isn't noted records.

It's been a while since we've done one of these! What is it Wednesday for May! We were asked about this object over the Doors Open weekend. Do you know what this object is? Leave your guesses, and we'll share the answer on Friday. It's 39.5 cm long with a 9 cm diameter.

A look at what was making the local newspapers in June 1916
06/01/2026

A look at what was making the local newspapers in June 1916

Whitby Gazette and Chronicle, 1 Jun 1916, p. 1The 116th Battalion in the County TownThe Battalion in OshawaThe Battalion was welcomed by thousands of people lined along the streets on its arrival i…

May might be over, but that doesn't mean Museum Month has to end! We hope we've inspired you to visit the amazing museum...
06/01/2026

May might be over, but that doesn't mean Museum Month has to end! We hope we've inspired you to visit the amazing museums in Oshawa, providing knowledge and fun experiences for all!

It's the last Sunday of the month, which means it's the Craft Circle! Stop by Guy House from 12:30-3:30pm and bring your...
05/31/2026

It's the last Sunday of the month, which means it's the Craft Circle! Stop by Guy House from 12:30-3:30pm and bring your latest projects!

Please note: from May 15 to October 15, paid parking will be in effect at Lakeview Park on weekends, public holidays and during City-led events. Oshawa residents can park for FREE by registering their vehicle for a Waterfront Parking Permit at oshawa.ca/getting-around/parking/waterfront-parking/

Address

1450 Simcoe Street South
Oshawa, ON
L1H8S8

Opening Hours

Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm
Sunday 12pm - 4pm

Telephone

+19054367624

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