Children's Museums
Ontario Museum of History & Art
📍 225 Euclid Ave, Ontario, CA 91762, United States🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 12–4 pm |
| Friday | 12–4 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am–5 pm |
| Sunday | 11 am–5 pm |
About Ontario Museum of History & Art
Art museum with events & workshops. Museum in a historic building with exhibits on art & history, plus workshops & events. Features a dedicated exhibit on Buffalo Soldiers, expanding historical knowledge beyond commonly known regiments of this important military unit. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 205 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Museum of History & Art
- Current Exhibits
- Lived-in: Creative Practices Shaped by People & Places, Youth Art Month
- Interactive Programs
- Studio Saturdays workshops
- Best For
- All ages
💡 Did You Know?
- Features a dedicated exhibit on Buffalo Soldiers, expanding historical knowledge beyond commonly known regiments of this important military unit
- Offers free admission to visitors while accepting optional donations, making local history and art accessible to all community members
- Maintains a specialized exhibit called 'In the Vault: Ontario's Baseball Legacy' focusing on the city's baseball history
- Hosts monthly Studio Saturdays interactive workshops including artful earth day activities and printing workshops for hands-on learning
- Documents Ontario's industrial diversification and economic history through exhibits highlighting the city's evolving development and local artists
💬 What Visitors Say
- Arrive early on weekends or during special events like Ontario Arts Festival and Studio Saturdays, as the small parking lot fills up quickly and can make parking challenging
- Take advantage of free admission and plan to spend 1-2 hours exploring the three main exhibit sections covering local history, contemporary art, and the Buffalo Soldiers legacy - manageable size perfect for families with young children
- Attend monthly Studio Saturdays programs for hands-on learning experiences like printing workshops and artful earth day activities - these interactive exhibits are especially engaging for kids and enhance the educational value
- This museum is ideal for exposing young children to local history and diverse topics in an accessible way - visitors note their kids became more knowledgeable about regional topics and history through the exhibits
- Check out the In the Vault: Ontario's Baseball Legacy exhibit for a unique local history perspective that goes beyond standard museum content and provides deeper insights into the city's industrial and cultural heritage
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