This is an archived event from Culture Days 2021.

Oakville's First Post Office - Museum Tours (Parented)

Name: Oakville's First Post Office - Museum Tours (Parented)
Start: 2021-09-26T13:30:00
End: 2021-10-24T16:00:00

In-person

History & heritage Kids Museum Tour Writing & literature

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Date and time

Sun, Sep 26, 2021, 1:30PM - 4:00PM

Sun, Oct 3, 2021, 1:30PM - 4:00PM

Sun, Oct 17, 2021, 1:30PM - 4:00PM

Sun, Oct 24, 2021, 1:30PM - 4:00PM

Location

Oakville's First Post Office

Front Street

Oakville, ON

Access

Free.

Offered in English.

About

Learn the history of this interesting little building that served as the town's first post office from 1835 to 1856. In the early 1950s, it was saved from demolition and moved to Lakeside Park where it became a museum. try your hand at writing with a quill pen. Preregistration is required. Age 8 - 14.

Organizer

Town of Oakville

A vibrant and impressive community within the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), the Town of Oakville is a beautiful lakeside town with a strong heritage, preserved and celebrated by residents and visitors alike. Founded in 1857, this striking town has become one of the most coveted residential and business centres in Ontario. This thriving municipality of about 215,000 residents provides all the advantages of a well-serviced urban centre, while also maintaining its small-town ambiance. Ideally located in a beautiful natural setting, Oakville offers first-rate facilities and amenities.