Special Events

Backyard Story Time at the RMG

Jul 16, 2025, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Experience the magic of outdoor story time at the art gallery! Through books, songs, games, and creative activities, storytellers from Oshawa Public Libraries will spark your imagination in The Backyard at the RMG! This event is free and no registration is required.

This event is free and open to everyone. If you have questions about accessing our facilities, please visit this page or contact Hannah at [email protected].

Backyard Story Time at the RMG is hosted by, and offered in partnership with, Oshawa Public Libraries.

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Family Sunday: Swirly Snails

Sep 13, 2026, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

This month, take inspiration from the central character in the exhibition Oliver Husain: I ♥ Snail, the golden apple snail. Let’s sculpt our own small snail character with plasticine and then create a cozy collaged triorama habitat for our snail to reside in. Click here to learn more about the exhibition Oliver Husain: I ♥ […]

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Bringing the Art Collection to Life

Sep 15, 2026, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Learn about the history of how The Robert McLaughlin Gallery came to be, with a particular focus on the permanent art collection. With now over 4,700 works of art, Curator of Collections, Sonya Jones, will share stories about key works in the RMG’s collection. Storytelling forges connections between people and ideas, making it a powerful […]

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The (Un)official Convergence Launch Party

Sep 18, 2026, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Kickstart the festival weekend with vibrant energy, electrifying company, and bold art. All set in our beautiful backyard. Dance freely and celebrate community under the lights with cold drinks, good food, and great conversation to the beat of live music performances. Tamar Ilana Tamar Ilana is a Toronto-born multifaceted artist who grew up on stage […]