Please note that on-site kids and family programs are currently on hold
KIDS & FAMILY
CREATIVE SUNDAYS
No registration is required.
Every Sunday in the Studio
10 AM to 2 PM | Free
Join us for free weekly drop-in creative activities suitable for all ages. Discover the current exhibition with a knowledgeable gallery educator and explore your creativity with family and friends.
For more information
family@oaggao.ca
613-233-8699 +241
Sponsored by Welch LLP.
TODDLER MORNINGS
First Wednesday of the month from 10 AM - 11:30 AM | Free
Toddler Mornings is an opportunity for toddlers and their caregivers to enjoy creative play at Ottawa Art Gallery. Join us on the first Wednesday of the month to explore a variety of games and activities that foster creativity and problem solving skills. This program is best for children aged 0 to 4 years old.
For more information
family@oaggao.ca
613-233-8699 +245
BIRTHDAY PARTIES AT OAG
Discover a fun new way to celebrate your birthday—have your party at Ottawa Art Gallery! Explore the exhibitions with a dedicated guide who will tell you the stories behind many of the artworks. Next, unleash your creativity with an art making activity in the OAG studio.
- We offer birthday party bookings on Saturdays for a two hour block of time
- Birthdays can be held in English or French
- The flat rate is $225 for 10 children. For more than 10 children (maximum 20), there is an additional $50 fee.
- We offer a 30 minute tour of the gallery and a 45 minute workshop in the studio, followed by time for cake and a surprise for the birthday kid!
- We have a fridge and kitchenette space available for the storage of a cake
- Guardians must be present for the duration of the booking
- We request that your booking be made at least 30 days prior to the birthday party
- Please provide your address and phone number at the time of booking for the purpose of invoicing and securing contact information
For more information
education@oaggao.ca
613-233-8699 +241
Free drop-in CHILDCARE
From September to June*, the Ottawa Art Gallery is pleased to offer free childcare during exhibition opening receptions, from 5 PM – 8 PM every Thursday in the Hangar. OAG’s drop-in childcare is fun and safe, encouraging creative play with a variety of games and activities. Enjoy a relaxed gallery experience knowing your children are in good care—and having a good time.
- Open to children aged 12 months to 10 years
- Parents must remain on gallery premises and respond when paged
- Diapers and training pants are the responsibility of parents and guardians
Childcare is offered on a first come, first served basis.
*Childcare is suspended in July and August during OAG's summer camps.
Questions?
family@oaggao.ca
613-233-8699 +245
