COVID-19 Public Health Emergency
The town is now in Stage 2 of the province’s reopening framework. More town amenities, programs and services are becoming available. Provincial orders remain in effect and we must all follow public health guidelines.
Some restrictions still in place under Provincial emergency order
Our recovery process is underway and we are carefully reviewing each service as we bring it back to ensure the safety of both staff and the public. Our approach to slowly reopen services will align with the Province’s gradual phased-in approach, following all public health guidelines to reduce the spread of COVID-19.
Playgrounds and play structures remain closed.
Public health officials remind you:
- Keep 2-metre distance from others
- Do not gather in groups of more than 10
- Stay home if you are sick
- Wash your hands frequently with soap and water
Visit the COVID-19 page for more detail.
Oakville Museum at Erchless Estate
General admission is free. Contact us for group rates. Donations are gratefully accepted.
We look forward to seeing you!
The historic buildings of Erchless Estate were once home to Oakville’s founding family but are now the setting for Oakville's community museum. Colonel William Chisholm, an enterprising merchant and shipbuilder, founded the town and built Erchless overlooking his new harbour and Lake Ontario.
Today, visitors can still enjoy that magnificent view and explore the beautiful buildings, grounds and gardens of Erchless. The Oakville Museum offers guided tours of the Chisholm family home, changing exhibitions, special events and programs that tell the fascinating stories of our town.
You can also visit our satellite exhibition gallery at Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre.
History in the Making: Oakville and COVID-19
We want to document the everyday lives of residents during the COVID-19 pandemic. Share your stories and help us capture how Oakville is experiencing history in the making. Let’s work together to preserve this chapter of our story for future generations. Visit our Exhibit Open Call page for more information.
Hours of Operation
Oakville Museum, 8 Navy Street
The Oakville Museum will be closed to the public until further notice in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Visit the COVID-19 page for more information. When we reopen our regular hours are Tuesday to Sunday, 1 to 4:30 p.m.
Oakville's First Post Office, 144 Front Street (in Lakeside Park)
Closed for the season.
Oakville Museum @ QEPCCC, 2302 Bridge Road
Visit the QEPCCC facility page for current hours
Contact us
8 Navy Street
Oakville, Ontario L6J 2Y5
tel: 905-338-4400
email: oakvillemuseum@oakville.ca
Venue rentals
The museum cannot be rented for wedding ceremonies or other private functions. Please visit the Facility Bookings page for available rental facilities at the Town of Oakville.