Top 10 Museums in British Columbia, British Columbia

October 4, 2021 Sachiko Swiger

Discover the best top things to do in British Columbia, British Columbia including Nuyumbalees Cultural Centre, Haida Heritage Centre at Kay Llnagaay, Osoyoos Desert Model Railroad, Boundary Museum & Interpretive Centre, Museum of Anthropology, Miniature World, Burnaby Village Museum, Cranbrook History Centre, BC Aviation Museum, Museum of Northern British Columbia.
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1. Nuyumbalees Cultural Centre

#34 Weway Road, British Columbia V0P-1N0 Canada +1 250-914-8762 [email protected] http://www.nuyumbalees.com/
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5.0 based on 69 reviews

Nuyumbalees Cultural Centre

Reviewed By sandrabI7727FC

Extremely well done, small historical presentations of artifacts. Helpful staff. If you visit at the right time you can see a totem pole being carved. Great location.

2. Haida Heritage Centre at Kay Llnagaay

2 Second Beach Road, British Columbia V0T 1S1 Canada +1 250-559-7885 [email protected] http://www.haidaheritagecentre.com/
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5.0 based on 143 reviews

Haida Heritage Centre at Kay Llnagaay

Through the Haida Heritage Centre at Kay Llnagaay we celebrate the living culture of the Haida. Through our language, art and stories we share our relationship with the land and sea that which shapes, nourishes and sustains us. Kay Llnagaay protects and fosters Haida culture by reaffirming our traditions and beliefs, encouraging artistic expression, and serving as a keeper of all that we are. Kay Llnagaay is a place for the Haida voice to be heard. The Haida Gwaii Museum opened in 1976 and continues to build an international reputation for showcasing Haida historical and contemporary art, All-Island artists and an outstanding collection of objects, artifacts and scientific material culture. The Museum is committed to encouraging and facilitating creative dialogue and exploring a more holistic and critical view of the multiple and diverse ways of understanding Haida Gwaii — home to one of the most prominent Northwest Coast First Nations cultures (Haida), and rich ecosystems in Canada.

Reviewed By helenw720

We found we needed two visits to do justice to this amazing centre and still felt we'd love to return! We went first when we were at the beginning of our visit to Haida Gwaii and then we returned just before we left. So much to learn and experience here...not enough time. Definitely a must must must!

3. Osoyoos Desert Model Railroad

11611 115th St, Osoyoos, British Columbia V0H 1V5 Canada +1 250-495-6842 [email protected] http://www.osoyoosrailroad.com/
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5.0 based on 637 reviews

Osoyoos Desert Model Railroad

OPEN YEAR ROUND Monday to Saturday. A world Class Miniature Wonderland Experience. 4000 sq ft. of family fun with up to 45 computer controlled trains traveling on 2 km (1 1/4 miles) of tracks weaving through mountains and towns. Discover the 20000 + hand-painted little people and animals in scale 1:87 (HO) placed in humorous and funny situations and scenes. You'll be impressed with the devotion to details and the charm and humor of the presentation. Watch with delight, the unique operational car system running through towns, stopping for gas and traffic lights. So much more than just Trains. When driving from downtown Osoyoos, take Hwy 3 towards Vancouver (about 3 km.) Turn left at the SECOND entrance into the Buena Vista Industrial Park onto 115th Street. Look for the yellow warehouse with the big signs out front.

Reviewed By myersb2017

What a great place for all ages as this is an amazing creation that you need many visits to take it all in as there is so much detail

4. Boundary Museum & Interpretive Centre

6145 Reservoir Rd, Grand Forks, British Columbia V0H 1H5 Canada +1 250-442-3737 [email protected] http://www.boundarymuseum.com
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5.0 based on 22 reviews

Boundary Museum & Interpretive Centre

The Boundary Museum Society was established in 1958, and incorporated in 1980. From its inception until 2009, the Boundary Museum Society operated out of the downtown core of Grand Forks, BC. In 2009, the Boundary Museum moved into the former Fructova School, now called the Fructova Heritage Site. The Fructova Heritage Site was built by the Christian Communities of Universal Brotherhood (CCUB) Doukhobors in 1929 as a facility to teach English and academics to the Doukhobor children of the Boundary area. The school was in use until the late 1940's. The Boundary Museum currently features five larger exhibits - the Doukhobors, a schoolroom, local wildlife & environment, historic store in addition to several smaller exhibits on First Peoples, China town in Grand Forks, forestry, sports, and music. Exhibits change from time to time. You will also see a Doukhobor bread oven and perhaps be able to participate in bread making or other activities in the summer months.

5. Museum of Anthropology

6393 North West Marine Dr., Vancouver, British Columbia V6T 1Z2 Canada +1 604-822-5087 [email protected] http://moa.ubc.ca
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4.5 based on 3,773 reviews

Museum of Anthropology

Explore traditional and contemporary art from Northwest Coast First Nations and other cultures across the world. See magnificent Indigenous carvings, weavings and contemporary artworks in a spectacular building overlooking mountains and sea. Admire the world’s largest collection of works by acclaimed Haida artist Bill Reid, including his famous cedar sculpture The Raven and the First Men. Explore the Museum’s Multiversity Galleries where more than 10,000 objects from around the world are displayed. Stroll the Museum Grounds, where monumental Haida houses, poles and Musqueam house posts capture the dramatic beauty of traditional Northwest Coast architecture and design. Enjoy a wide range of special exhibitions and public programs, including free guided gallery walks. Visit the MOA Shop and relax in Cafe MOA. MOA is situated on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Musqueam people.

Reviewed By backpacker31 - Boynton Beach, United States

After visiting the Bill Reid Gallery I was told that to understand and appreciate First Nation’s history and culture I should go to the MOA. The museum is huge (and architecturally impressive) and features roughly a dozen galleries. Here, you will find totem poles, historical and contemporary Indigenous art, a 600-piece ceramics collection from the 16th-19th centuries, thousands of objects from around the world, an enormous and stunning Bill Reid sculpture housed in a former gun turret, two Haida houses, Musqueam posts and so much more. The staff is approachable and very knowledgeable, answering several questions I had. I happened to visit while a Diwali festival was taking place featuring dancing, henna painting, tea and sweets and more. There is a small cafe on the premises offering coffee/tea, soups, sandwiches, baked goods, etc. Price of admission is reasonable (adult is $17) considering the size and substance of the museum’s collection. I spent over three hours here.

6. Miniature World

649 Humboldt St, Victoria, British Columbia V8W 1A6 Canada +1 250-385-9731 [email protected] http://www.miniatureworld.com
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4.5 based on 1,095 reviews

Miniature World

Unique Tourist Attraction in Victoria, British Columbia. Located in the famous Empress Hotel. Awarded the Certificate of Excellence by TripAdvisor! Over 85 miniaturized dioramas. Further adventures, tiny treasures and little pleasures await all who continue into Frontier Land, Fantasy Land, The Great Canadian Railway,The Fields of Glory, Space 2201, Circus World,The Enchanted Valley of Castles, Old London Town of 1670 & The World of Dollhouses. Special effects in lighting, sound and animation are added to create this miniaturized extravaganza that continues to thrill and delight the young and young at heart! Our latest and greatest creation, "King Arthur's Camelot" is now open, adding 11 new exhibits to our existing collection.

Reviewed By greenlabel67 - Vancouver, Canada

Miniature World has been a mainstay attraction for many years. Located in the Fairmont Empress Hotel, Miniature World will delight young and old alike. There are several themed areas. My favorites were the Fields of Glory, and The Circus. I also liked the recreations of Canada's cities back in the turn of the century, complete with light effects turning day into night. The friendly staff have taken all necessary precautions for COVID 19. Plan on a good hour or more to take it all in. Make Miniature World a stop on your next visit to Victoria.

7. Burnaby Village Museum

6501 Deer Lake Ave, Burnaby, British Columbia V5G 3T6 Canada +1 604-297-4565 [email protected] http://www.burnabyvillagemuseum.ca
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4.5 based on 555 reviews

Burnaby Village Museum

Where History Comes to Life - Stroll down the streets of our 1920s community. Period costumed townsfolk welcome visitors and give demonstrations in the homes, businesses and shops. Visitors can feel the heat of the fire as the blacksmith works at the forge, hear the rhythm of the platen press at the Burnaby Post, smell freshly ground coffee in the General Store, be a 1920s student in a one-room schoolhouse, watch the tinsmith cut, crimp & curl flat sheets of tin into useful household items. Everyone is welcome to take a ride on the 1912 CW Parker Carousel, explore the restored 1912 Interurban Tram, and enjoy a treat in the Ice Cream Parlour. The Village is open seasonally (Spring Break in March, Summer Season- early May to Labour Day, and Heritage Christmas-late November to early January) and year-round for pre-booked groups and programs.

Reviewed By Guide607881

Love to ride the old-fashioned merry-go-round at Christmas, and wander the Village in the Summer...Several years ago we booked the church for my daughter's wedding! It was perfect!

8. Cranbrook History Centre

57 Van Horne Street, Cranbrook, British Columbia V1C 1Y7 Canada +1 250-489-3918 [email protected] http://www.cranbrookhistorycentre.com/
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4.5 based on 159 reviews

Cranbrook History Centre

The Cranbrook History Centre is a museum and archives dedicated to the research, preservation, and restoration of the history of Cranbrook and the surrounding area. Located in beautiful downtown Cranbrook, the History Centre offers something of interest for visitors of all ages. Also known as the Canadian Museum of Rail, the Centre is also home to the Trans-Canada Limited, a 1929 luxury train, as well as many other restored Canadian trains.

Reviewed By SarahKraus - Edmonton, Canada

The museum was a bit old, but the train tour was wonderful! Our tour guide Logan was great, taught us a lot about the TransCanada line. The amount of work that went into restoring each car is remarkable. Highly recommend stopping in!

9. BC Aviation Museum

1910 Norseman Rd, Sidney, British Columbia V8L 5V5 Canada +1 250-655-3300 [email protected] http://www.bcam.net
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4.5 based on 179 reviews

BC Aviation Museum

Come enjoy a trip back in time with the whole family, with over 20 aircraft on display in Sidney, at The BC Aviation Museum! Where learning and fun meet! Memorable visitor experiences include: • Sit in the cockpit of a warplane. • Discover the history of our valiant Canadian aviation pioneers with our passionate tour guides or on a self-guided visit. We’ve been collecting and preserving 8,000+ aviation books, 13,500+ photographs. Don't miss our gift shop - the perfect place to find aviation themed gifts. Come explore the BC Aviation Museum in Sidney, located near the Victoria International Airport.

Reviewed By Bob2885 - Victoria, Canada

I toured the museum in September as part of a group. The tour guide was informative, responsive to questions and entertaining. The exhibits cover the history of aviation in the 20th century with a focus on British Columbian and Canadian aircraft. There are planes, lots of them, tens ofunmounted engines in various stages of dress, helicopters, innumerable model aircraft and a good collection of memorabilia related to aviation in the First and Second Wars. This would be a fun tour with children. I climbed the stairs into a late '50s Viscount airliner, looked into the cockpit of a jet trainer, and was impressed by the huge size of the museum's latest restoration project, a Lancaster bomber. Don't miss it!

10. Museum of Northern British Columbia

100 First Ave., Prince Rupert, British Columbia V8J 3S1 Canada +1 250-624-3207 [email protected] http://www.museumofnorthernbc.com
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4.5 based on 289 reviews

Museum of Northern British Columbia

Learn about the history and culture of Northwest Canada from thousands of years ago as well during the 1800's.

Reviewed By tallt2016

A much needed escape from a rainy day - perfect spot to see some neat stuff and spend some time out of the rain

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