West Kern Oil Museum
Events & Programs
Our goal is to bring the community together with fun, family friendly, educational events that highlight the uniqueness of the area and the accomplishments of those who live and work here.
Dec. 9th, 10th, 16th, & 17th
Fri 5pm-8pm & Sat 5:30pm-8:30pm
The West Kern Oil Museum is bringing a safe and fun holiday event to TAFT! Home for the Holidays is going to be a two-weekend event hosted at the museum complete with a tree decorating contest, family friendly fun, photos with Santa, food, and more.
50th Anniversary Celebration 2023
To commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the West Kern Oil Museum, the museum will host a year of events in 2023. The events are meant to pay homage to our history, celebrate our success, and inspire future generations.
We will begin the celebration in 2022 by unveiling our new logo and branding. In addition, we will be working with volunteers, partners, sponsors, and the community throughout the year to plan a year to remember. Furthermore, the celebration will be documented and become a part of our 50th Anniversary publication. This publication will showcase our community in all its glory with photographs, unique stories, timelines, and more. The publication will be available in the following year.
We are looking forward to an exciting 2023!
Founders Reception
Saturday, January 14th, 2023
11:30am-2:30pm
Join us as we celebrate our founding members. This will be a time to share history and cherished stories of our beloved museum as well as remember those who have passed.
Annual Membership Meeting
Saturday, February 11th, 2023
6pm-8pm
Get an update on the museum's state of affairs, progress toward their strategic plan and mission achievement, celebrate accomplishments, and give input on the future of the museum.
WKOM Birthday Bash
Saturday, March 11th, 2023
12pm-3pm
It's a PARTY for the entire family! Come enjoy an over-the-top Birthday Party with activities for kids and families.
Pioneer Day
Saturday, May 13th, 2023
10am-4pm
This yearly event is complete with a blacksmith demonstration, small engines display, and BBQ lunch. This year we are going to add even more for this special 50th Anniversary.
STEM Fest & Touch-A-Truck
Saturday, September 9th, 2023
10am-4pm
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics has been imperative for our area's industry led economy. For our 50th year, we want to excite a younger generation and spark their interest. At STEM Fest we will have hands-on STEM experiments for all ages, In addition, we are going to have amazing equipment there that the children can learn about and climb on.
Boomtown Days
Saturday, October 14th, 2023
10am-4pm
This yearly event is home to the Heavenly Harvest Pumpkin Patch where families and school field trips can pick a pumpkin, play fall themes games, and take fall themed photographs. Each year the museum also hosts a BBQ. For our 50th Anniversary we will highlight the boom of the oil industry on the Westside.
Liquid Gold Gala
Saturday, December 9th, 2023
7pm-11pm
Dress to impress at our special 21 years and older Gala. The event will be the perfect ending to a wonderful 50th Year Anniversary. Bid at the live and silent auction, play casino games, eat great food, taste great cocktails, and enjoy live entertainment.