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July 2018
Popnology
Here’s your chance to get nerdy and geek out! Test drive robotics, rovers and revolutionary sci-fi inspired tech. Take your picture with the DeLorean time machine, and meet the galaxy's most beloved little droid. Hone your inner cyborg by working with a robot arm and see the world's first 3D-printed car. With POPnology, you can learn how pop culture inspires how we connect, move, play, live and work and how books, movies and games have inspired the world’s greatest technological innovations.…
Find out more »Spiders: Fear and Fascination
From spinning webs, dancing, swimming, to even losing a limb and growing it back, spiders are one of the most amazing animals on the planet! Spiders: Fear & Fascination will bring you face-to-face with over 200 live and preserved specimens, interactive and augmented reality experiences, and even a live venom-milking lab. Ignite your curiosity, conquer your fear, and see spiders in a whole new light. Developed by the Australian Museum and toured internationally by Flying Fish, Spiders: Fear & Fascination is on display…
Find out more »Tunirrusiangit: Kenojuak Ashevak and Tim Pitsiulak
Opening June 16 at the Art Gallery of Ontario Tunirrusiangit: Kenojuak Ashevak and Tim Pitsiulak explores the enduring legacy of two of the biggest names in Inuit art. Curated by a team of Inuit artists and curators, the exhibition presents a dynamic vision of contemporary Inuit life through 111 drawings, sketches and rare works on paper from both artists. Known as the “grandmother of Inuit art, Kenojuak Ashevak (1927–2013),” is an internationally acclaimed artist, a Companion of the Order of…
Find out more »Hockey Hall of Fame’s 75/25 Anniversary
75 Years Established. 25 Years Iconic Home. 2018 is a momentous year for the Hockey Hall of Fame as it celebrates two milestones: 75 years since its inception on September 10, 1943 and 25 years since moving to its magnificent current space at Brookfield Place on June 18, 1993. To commemorate these marquee anniversaries, special events and promotions will take place throughout the summer.
Find out more »Kids Get in Free at Black Creek
When you visit Black Creek Pioneer Village this July & August, kids get in free with the purchase of an adult or senior admission, Monday – Friday! Up to four children (aged 5-14) get in for free per paying adult/senior. Children must be accompanied by an adult and this offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other promotion. Offer not applicable for organized groups or day cares.
Find out more »digiPlaySpace
TIFF’s award-winning technology playground allows kids 3-13 (and adults!) to experience what it’s like to become part of a classical artwork, control a flamingo through dance and watch a machine draw a picture based on how it feels. The exhibition brings together interactive games, projections, mind-bending augmented-reality installations and innovative coding activities that showcase the creative potential of new technologies.
Find out more »Pop Up in the Park
Have you ever wanted to check out the Oshawa Museum, but not sure if it’s the right thing for you, or if your kids will like it? Stop by our Pop Up Museum in the Park every Monday starting July 9! From 12:30 – 3:30 pm each week, the Museum will have family friendly artefacts on display and free activities for kids. Find us at the playground in Lakeview Park, Oshawa between the Oshawa Museum and the Jubilee Pavilion.
Find out more »Exhibit: Made in Canada
Let the artifacts on display - both from the museum collection and loaned from local residents - share their military stories. Wars impacted everyone - whether they were active service members or waiting "back home" in Canada. Included with general admission.
Find out more »August 2018
Afternoon Tea at the Museum
This summer experience afternoon tea in the Oshawa Museum’s Henry House Gardens. Relax by the lake and enjoy a light lunch of scones, sandwiches, desserts and your choice of tea as well as a tour of the three beautifully restored heritage buildings. Teas will be held on Thursday July 19 and Thursday August 16 with sittings at 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM, if necessary; the cost is $15 per person and $10 for Oshawa Historical Society members. Reservations are required…
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