Plan Your Visit

Plan Your Visit

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Learning Portal

Learning Portal

A place for learners of all ages to explore BC's rich history.

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BC Archives

BC Archives

Whether you’re visiting in person or online, the BC Archives will broaden your understanding of BC’s rich history.

Haida Box

1971 | Selected by Dr Martha Black

Coast Salish Robe

pre-1852 | Selected by Dr. Martha Black.

Kispiox Village

1912 | Selected by Don Bourdon

Kwagu’ł Curtain

pre-1955 | Selected by Dr. Martha Black

Tsilhqot’in Basket

pre-1914 | Selected by Dr. Martha Black

Heiltsuk Mask

pre-1893 | Selected by Dr. Martha Black

Ditidaht painted curtain

1986 | Selected by Dr. Martha Black.

Quw’utsun’ Spindle Whorl

pre-1912 | Selected by Dr. Martha Black

100 Objects
of Interest

The objects in our collections speak volumes, helping us to understand our past and present, and to envision our future. We are proud to present 100 highlights from the museum and archives – chosen by curators, archivists and staff – from among the more than 6,000,000 objects in our collection.

Shop

Shop

Finely crafted and unique, intriguing and informative gifts and books. The Royal Museum Shop is operated by the Royal BC Museum Foundation

Emily Carr

Emily Carr

Explore Emily Carr's rich artistry and vision of beautiful British Columbia.

IMAX®

IMAX®

Victoria IMAX lets you feel like you’re really there!