Orillia Museum of Art & History (Sir Sam Steele Memorial Building) Doors Open Simcoe County
The Orillia Museum of Art & History (OMAH), housed in the landmark Sir Sam Steele Memorial Building in downtown Orillia, acts as the steward of the community's heritage and culture by being actively engaged in the community and being responsive to its needs. Originally a customs house and post office, the building is now a museum with 12,000 artifacts in their collection, ranging from artwork and textiles to metal and woodwork. The OMAH designs and creates exhibitions, programs and events to inspire the community to explore, engage and experience art, local history and culture. You'll even find the perfect photo opportunity – they have a jail cell in the basement! Currently, the site is open Tuesdays to Saturdays, from Noon to 3 p.m. But for Digital Doors Open, feel free to check out the site through the video below.
- Digital Doors Open
- Video
- Kid-friendly
- Parking
- Partial wheelchair access
- Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust
- Washrooms
Contact info
30 Peter Street SouthOrillia, Ontario
Telephone: 705-326-2159
Email: visitors@orilliamuseum.org
www.orilliamuseum.org
Architecture
Year built: 1892-94Architect: Thomas Fuller
Architectural style: Neoclassical
Building type: Attraction, Museum
Dates/hours open
Friday May 1 – Wednesday March 31, 2021Part of Digital Doors Open Simcoe County