WORLD WAR WOMEN

January 25 - April 19, 2020

This travelling exhibition focuses on the experiences of Canadian Women during the First and Second World Wars. Through five themes, World War Women shares personal stories of the women whose lives were transformed by the conflict.

SPECIAL DONATION!

We would like to thank Sherman Zavitz for his generous work for the City of Niagara Falls as City Historian.  His 25 years in this official capacity was extremely beneficial for our understanding of the community in which we live, work and play.  Mr. Zavitz recently donated to the Niagara Falls Museums to assist  with future acquisitions.  Stay tuned for an event in the early Spring to celebrate the work of Mr. Zavitz.

SIR HARRY OAKES

The name of Sir Harry Oakes is a familiar one in Niagara Falls. He was a philanthropist who contributed to many charities and worthy institutions and his name is perpetuated in the many public works which he made possible. Oakes Garden Theatre, Oakes Drive, Oak Hall, and Oakes Park all honour this dynamic individual who left a profound mark on our city in the short time that he was a resident.

Harry Oakes was born on December 23, 1874 to William Pitt Oakes and Edith Nancy Lewis, in Sangerville, Maine. During his childhood, his family moved to Foxcroft, Maine where Harry attended Foxcroft Academy with his brother, Louis. He came to Canada as a prospector and mining engineer in 1911 and discovered the Lakeshore Mine near Kirkland Lake, Ontario, in 1912. Although he experienced many difficulties in securing the financing to mine his find, he eventually uncovered one of the largest gold deposits in Canada. Soon, Harry Oakes, and everyone else involved in the Lakeshore Mine, were very wealthy. He married Eunice Maclntyre on June 30, 1923, settled in Niagara Falls sometime in the early 1920's, and became a Canadian citizen in 1924.

For the concluding part of this story, click the link below;

More about Sir Harry Oakes

There is always something going on Thursday Nights

January 2
Family Movie Night @ 5-9pm

Come see Toy Story 4 on the big screen, beginning at 7pm! Come early to explore the Museum and make a craft.


January 9
Community Yoga Series @ 7pm 

Join Shine On Yoga for a FREE community yoga class. Relaxing hatha yoga class, geared toward reducing stress and anxiety, improving sleep quality and maintaining or re-gaining your health. No yoga experience necessary.  Wear comfortable clothing, bring a water bottle and a yoga mat if you have one. Recommended for ages 16 and up.  20 Participants max, please come early to ensure a spot!


January 16
Museum Insiders Tour @ 6 - 9pm

Get the skinny on some unique artefacts in our collection with the help of our Museum Insiders. Explore our galleries and let our volunteers share some behind the scenes info as you wander. Also, stop by our Museum Detectives booth to put on a pair of cotton gloves and hold history in your hands! Touch and examine these artefacts and learn what they can tell us about our past. Suitable for all ages!


January 23
Community Yoga Series @ 7pm 

Join Shine On Yoga for a FREE community yoga class. Relaxing hatha yoga class, geared toward reducing stress and anxiety, improving sleep quality and maintaining or re-gaining your health. No yoga experience necessary.  Wear comfortable clothing, bring a water bottle and a yoga mat if you have one. Recommended for ages 16 and up.  20 Participants max, please come early to ensure a spot!


January 30
For Love of Country and Men: Woman at War - Winter Film Series @ 6:45 

WW II: Recruiting Canadian Women to Serve, a presentation by Joan Nicks. Screened in theatres and community halls across the country, recruitment films portrayed women as a special class crossing social lines to perform wartime roles. Presentation illustrated with visual materials of the period.

The Insiders

Become a Member

Museum membership is inexpensive and an affordable way to find out about our community. Your membership gets you free admission to the Museum and current edition of our publication “Circa”, which is filled with great articles on local history. Past editions are also available for sale in our Gift Shop.

• Individual Membership - $15
• Family Membership - $25

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