Wednesday, December 4, 2024 | 12 - 2 pm Encaustic Seasonal Cards with Francy Forte On Wednesday, December 4, from 12 to 2 p.m., as part of our Midday-Make series, please join regional artist Francy Forte for your chance to make seasonal encaustic cards in this introduction to encaustics workshop. Encaustic painting is an all […]
For ages 6 - 12 Parents and guardians, do you need some last-minute time to prepare for the upcoming holidays? OMAH has you covered! On Monday December 23, we are inviting kids ages 6-12 to join us for our Seasonal Social. Kids will participate in hands-on themed arts and crafts, watch a holiday themed […]
Jessica Allen, our new History Committee Chair, will be giving a talk on January 15 called: Archiving the Future: History we Can Hold Onto. Jessica is a dedicated museum professional and heritage advocate, managing the widely recognized Simcoe Curator account, which promotes cultural heritage and historical storytelling across the region. With a postgraduate diploma in Museum and Gallery […]
Details: Doors Open at 5 PM Cocktail Hour at 5 - 6 PM Dinner at 6 PM On January 18th, 2025, please join OMAH staff and board members as we celebrate Canada’s history. Guests will enjoy an evening with explorer and adventurer Adam Shoalts. Location: Hawk Ridge Golf Club 1151 Hurlwood Lane, Severn, ON About […]
Are you looking for something to entertain the kids while they’re out of school January 24 PA Day? Look no further! OMAH hosts PA Day camps for kids ages 6-12. Our camps are filled with exciting activities, exhibition tours and engaging projects, all set within our historic museum. Kids will love PA Days at OMAH.
January 25, 2025 - March 1, 2025Special Reception: January 25, 2025 | 1-3 pmBehold a Man Who is a bean Solo Exhibit by Harley DuckHarley Duck, Truth in Advertising, Sure, 2023.Behold a Man Who is a Bean, explores the artist’s recent interest in the compositions and embellishments of mediaeval artworks, which historically belonged mostly […]
January 25, 2025 - April 19, 2025Special Reception: January 25, 2025 | 1-3 pmLoup Garou & Moccasins Solo Exhibit by Nathalie Bertin(From left to right) Nathalie Bertin, Wisakedjak and the Sea Gulls. 12” diameter, Mixed Media, 2019 and Nathalie Bertin, My Fate As A Bridge. 20” x 24”, Mixed media on premium gallery wrapped […]
Bring the whole family for a day of creativity and discovery at the Orillia Museum of Art & History! Enjoy hands-on art activities, engaging history, and fun for all ages. Explore our exhibits, take part in a free Family Day art project, and dive into Orillia’s rich history. There’s something for everyone to enjoy! No […]
The Orillia Public Art Committee is delighted to invite you to the Orillia Landscapes Exhibition Reception on Saturday, February 15, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Green Room Gallery in the Orillia Opera House. This special event celebrates the incredible works featured in the "Orillia Landscapes" exhibition and highlights the talent that makes our arts community so vibrant. […]
Longtime Orillian, Tshweu Moleme, is an educator at Lakehead University, Faculty of Education. Moleme brings extensive background in leadership and advocacy, in both the private and public sectors. His work has been recognized. In 2020, he received the prestigious community development award from the University of Toronto. The award was for “exceptional role models” with “contributions to […]
Back by popular demand, on Wednesday March 5 from 12 to 2 p.m., as part of our Midday-Make series, please join regional artist Ingi Gould for your chance to create your own bounding bunny soft sculpture. Ingi is a painter, sculptor and artisan based out of Midland, Ontario. She has exhibited in several exhibitions […]
