Bolt's Antique Tool Museum

12/04/2024

Don't miss these special holiday events at the City of Oroville Museums!

The C.F. Lott Home's 50th Anniversary Mistletoe Party will be a merry time of music and treats at one of Oroville's most historic homes on Sunday, December 8th from 12-4!

For more information visit:
🔗https://www.butte365.com/event/mistletoe-party-at-the-c-f-lott-home/

The Pioneer History Museums Pioneer Christmas is fun for the whole family with live music, crafts, and SANTA on Saturday, December 14th from 12-4! This is an event you won't want to miss!

For more information visit:
🔗https://www.butte365.com/event/pioneer-christmas-at-butte-county-pioneer-museum/

Celebrate Christmas like a Pioneer at the Butte County Pioneer History Museum’s FREE event! Make...

11/22/2024

🎨✨ Important Announcement: Museum Seasonal Closure ✨🎨

As the season winds down, we want to remind our visitors that November 23rd will be the last day the museum is open for regular hours before we close for our annual winter cleaning. ❄️

Starting November 24th, our doors will be closed for the season, but don't worry — we'll still be available for group and school tours by reservation (reservation form can be found on the City of Oroville Museums webpage) as well as special events throughout the winter months! 📅

We look forward to welcoming you back when we reopen in March with fresh exhibits and exciting new experiences. Until then, thank you for your continued support!

11/15/2024

**Double the holiday fun- Two Free Events You Won’t Want to Miss!**

🎊Get ready for the ultimate Holiday celebration in Oroville with TWO festive events that’ll fill your holiday heart with cheer! 🎊

Event 1: 🎁Mistletoe Party at the C.F. Lott Home
Sunday, December 8th | 12:00-4:00 PM
Join us at the historic C.F. Lott Home for a festive Mistletoe Party with FREE entry into the museum!
Enjoy holiday punch🍹, cookies🍪, and music🎼, with a special brass quintet performance on the patio from 3:00-4:00 PM!
Shop for unique gifts at Cornelia’s Garden Gift Shop🎊 (cash or check only)
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Event 2: 🎄Pioneer Christmas at the Pioneer History Museum
Saturday, December 14th, 12:00-4:00 PM**
Celebrate Christmas like a pioneer at this fun-filled FREE event!
Make your own Christmas ornaments🎨, enjoy old time fiddlers🎻, and hear a magical reading of The Night Before Christmas📔.
And Guess what? Santa will be there too! 🎅
Plus, our museum gift shop with be open with stocking stuffers and unique gifts (cash or check only)🛍
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🎉Oroville’s got all the holiday magic! Bring your family, friends, and holiday spirit –and let’s make this season unforgettable. See you there!

11/07/2024

📣 Calling all history buffs, museum lovers, and Oroville enthusiasts!

Do you have a passion for history or want to help share Oroville's fascinating past? Then come volunteer with the Oroville City Museums!

🗓️ This Saturday from 10 AM to 11 AM, join us at the Bolt's Antique Tool Museum for an informational session about exciting volunteer opportunities, including becoming a docent, internships, and more at ALL 5 City of Oroville Museums!

✅ FREE session
✅ Light refreshments provided
✅ Meet new people and make a difference in our community!

We can’t wait to see you there and welcome you to the Oroville museum family! 🙌✨

10/26/2024

Join us today for Museum Trick-or-Treat from 3-7 pm! Get ready for a spooktacular evening filled with fun and discovery along Oroville’s Museum Mile. Enjoy free entry as you explore the C.F. Lott Home, Oroville Chinese Temple, Bolt’s Antique Tool Museum, Ehmann Home, Pioneer Museum, and Feather River Nature Center. Collect Halloween treats while immersing yourself in the rich history of Oroville.

For a map of the Candy Trail:

🔗 https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=14026hyfErtnWq5svPeJxW4-WZmxKhAw&usp=sharing

10/21/2024

Celebrate Halloween with the City of Oroville Museums and Oroville's historic downtown!

It’s all or pumpkin starting on Friday with events designed to kick off the All Hallows Eve season in spooktacular fashion.

10/18/2024

🌟 Exciting Opportunity to Volunteer with the City of Oroville Museums! 🌟

Are you interested in sharing your passion for history and culture? Join us for our Docent Orientation Program on November 9th from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at the Bolt's Antique Tool Museum!

This is a great chance to learn about the five amazing museums in Oroville and discover what it’s like to be a museum volunteer. We’ll cover what a typical day looks like and what you can expect during special events.

Enjoy light refreshments and, as a bonus, all attendees will receive **free admission** to the Chinese Temple, the Bolt's Antique Tool Museum, and the Pioneer Museum after the orientation!

Current Docents will be available to answer your questions and share their experiences.

We can’t wait to meet you and hopefully welcome you to our team! 💫

10/15/2024

Museum trick-or-treat is creeping closer! So dress in your best costume and come enjoy free entry and Halloween treats at 6 Oroville Museums! Stroll down Oroville’s Museum Mile and explore the C.F. Lott Home, the Oroville Chinese Temple, Bolt’s Antique Tool Museum, the Ehmann Home, the Pioneer Museum, and the Feather River Nature Center.

When: Saturday, October 26, 3-7 pm

For more information visit:
🔗https://www.cityoforoville.org/services/parks-trees-department/city-museums -image-11

10/08/2024

For the third year in a row, Oroville's Museum Mile will be hosting Museum Trick-or-Treat! 🍬
Come join us at the CF Lott Home, the Pioneer History Museum, the Oroville Chinese Temple, Bolt's Antique Tool Museum, Feather River Nature Center, and the Ehmann House for fun, safe, and unique trick-or-treat experience! Learn more about the history of Oroville with FREE entry to all 6 museums while celebrating Halloween! 🍫🍭🍬
For more information about the event check out our website: 🔗https://www.cityoforoville.org/services/parks-trees-department/city-museums -image-6

09/24/2024

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 This Saturday, September 28th, join us for the Salmon Festival in Oroville, CA! 🐟✨
🎟️ FREE ENTRY to all 5 City of Oroville Museums! Bring the whole family for a day packed with fun activities!
We can’t wait to see you soon! 🎊💚
For more information on museum addresses and available activities go to our website at: https://www.cityoforoville.org/.../parks.../city-museums

09/18/2024

This weekend, the Feather River Fish Hatchery had their first salmon of the season in their gathering tank—a sure sign that the Salmon Festival is just around the corner! 🎣

Get ready for a fantastic day at the City of Oroville Museums, where we’re excited to welcome you for FREE on Saturday, September 28th, from 10 AM to 4 PM! Don’t miss out on the fun! 🎉