Ontario Museum of History & Art

Vision Statement

The Ontario Museum of History & Art will be the premier arts and cultural center for the Inland Empire by engaging diverse audiences, presenting dynamic experiences, and preserving our regional legacy.

Mission Statement

The Ontario Museum of History & Art is a vibrant cultural resource for our diverse communities. As stewards, we advance an understanding of regional history and art. We provide meaningful visitor experiences through well-curated exhibits and programming.

Values

The Ontario Museum of History & Art operates by the following guiding principles:

Preservation: We are committed to ethical, accountable, and professional museum standards.

Quality: We are responsive to the surrounding community’s needs through education and lasting partnerships.

Sharing: We are a venue that is accessible and responsive to the region through sharing relatable narratives with our visitors.

Experience: Our museum is a place of discovery, curiosity, and fun.

The Museum Store features unique items related to local, regional and California history and art. Items include exhibit catalogs and other books and publications, exhibit posters and educational books and other materials. 

The Museum Store is operated by the Museum Associates, a non-profit volunteer support organization for the museum. 

For further information, call (909) 395-2510 or visit www.oma1996.com.


Ontario The Gem of the Foothills 
by Michael L. Rounds

This book traces Ontario history from the Native American era to the present day. It is illustrated with an abundance of rarely seen historic images. 

This interpretive history about our community is for sale in the museum store. 

Stop by the Museum Store and pick up your copy today!

The Museum Associates was established in 1996 as an offshoot of the original Friends of the Museum. For the last 20 years, the Museum Associates have actively supported the Ontario Museum of History & Art's education programs and community events. Every year the Museum Associates fund the docent education program and provide volunteers to help make these programs successful. Over the last year, the Museum and Museum Associates' efforts have seen a marked increase in educational tours for local schools and expanded efforts to reach senior groups, Girl & Boy Scout Troops, and greater community involvement.

The Museum Associates is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit support group for the Ontario Museum of History & Art. We provide support financially, through our fundraising and membership efforts; educationally, through our support of the docent program; and throughout the community with our representation at events and activities.

Become A Member

The Ontario Museum of History & Art, Associates is a 501c(3) nonprofit support group for the Ontario Museum of History & Art. We provide support financially, through our fundraising and membership efforts; educationally, through our support of the docent program; and throughout the community with our representation at events and activities.

As A Member, You...

• Demonstrate that the local community cares about its history and culture
• Connect to the community
• Become part of the exceptional cultural programming provided by the Museum
• Contribute to the education of our youth and the preservation of our history
• Join friends and neighbors who support the Museum and its programs

For more information, call (909) 395-2510 or visit www.oma1996.com.

A five-member Ontario Museum of History & Art Board of Trustees, appointed by the City Council, provides citizen input on the direction for the activities and affairs of the Ontario Museum of History & Art, acting in an advisory capacity to the City Council.

The Board of Trustees meet on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:00 PM at the Ontario Museum of History & Art, 225 South Euclid Avenue, Ontario, California, 91762.

Board of Trustees

• Chris Kueng - President
• Rick Caughman- President pro Tem
• Randy del Turco - Member
• Vacant  - Member
• Ada Lopez - Member