Family Day
Explore what life was like for 19th Century children: try out some "old time" activities!
Date & Time:
Monday February 16th
1:00-4:30pm
Location:
The Oakville Historical Society offices at 110 King St.
Enter through the big white gates at the corner of Navy Street and King Street and follow the path around to the cottage with the blue door.
Meet our Family
Visit the generations of Chisholms at our new display. Find out who they are, their achievements and contributions to Oakville. Dress up and take a selfie in the OHS Family Gallery.
String is the thing!
Many of the toys of the 1800s were made from household items. String was something that was available. Try your hand at “Cat's Cradle”, Cup and Ball Game or “Button Buzzers”. Make or take the games to go.
Handkerchief "Church" Dolls
Made from a readily available handkerchief, they served as silent, soft toys preventing noise during long religious services thus earning their name. Create one as a new member of your family!