On display at the Fort Langley National Historic Site from April 23, 2024 to January 7, 2025 

On display at the City of Richmond from July 9, 2024 to January 23, 2025 

Canada, Here We Are! travelling exhibition honours the contributions of Ukrainian Canadians to our country. 

On display at the Kitimat Museum and Archives from September 5, 2025 to November 25, 2025

This fun travelling exhibition, created by the Royal BC Museum, explores the science and practical uses of mushrooms today, highlighting some of the most fascinating of the 3,400 known species in the province.

On display at the Courtenay Museum from October 4, 2024 to February 1, 2025

Most people don’t think of British Columbia as a place where you can find dinosaurs. Yet new research by Royal BC Museum palaeontologists is slowly revealing the secrets of the dinosaurs that once inhabited these lands.

Step through the doors of the oldest house in British Columbia still on its original site and experience what Christmas was like in Victoria more than 100 years ago. Decorations, music and first-hand accounts will take you back to Christmas past. 

The museum will re-open to the public on December 26, 2024 at 10 AM.

To learn more about the hours of operation visit our hours page.

Step through the doors of the oldest house in British Columbia still on its original site and experience what Christmas was like in Victoria more than 100 years ago. Decorations, music and first-hand accounts will take you back to Christmas past. 

Step through the doors of the oldest house in British Columbia still on its original site and experience what Christmas was like in Victoria more than 100 years ago. Decorations, music and first-hand accounts will take you back to Christmas past. 

The museum will re-open to the public on January 2, 2025 at 10 AM.

To learn more about the hours of operation visit our hours page.

Start the new year with a moment of stillness and reflection in our galleries. Discover self-guided activity stations designed for mindfulness and intention, including gratitude exercises, poetry writing, breathwork and self-guided tours. Enjoy a peaceful journey through the exhibits at your own pace.

Experience the serenity of the Natural History gallery during a one-hour yoga session in the immersive forest diorama, led by Natalie Wright from One Yoga Victoria. This unique setting combines mindfulness and movement amidst a backdrop of natural beauty and sounds. Please bring your own yoga mat, as mats will not be provided. Please bring your own water bottle. All levels are welcome. Arrive early to settle in and connect with the calming atmosphere.

Meet your instructor:

We provide the paper, pens, envelopes, and even the stamps—you bring the words. Visit our letter-writing station and reconnect with the lost art of letter writing. Whether it’s a thank-you note to a loved one or a message to your local representative, your letter might even become part of history one day.

Originally started by London blogger Mar Dixon, Museum Selfie Day has become a global phenomenon. Celebrate this special day by snapping a selfie in your favorite exhibit and sharing your Royal BC Museum experience. Post your photo with #MuseumSelfieDay and tag us to show your unique perspective and celebrate the stories that inspire you. We can’t wait to see the museum through your lens!

What can we learn about Emily Carr by studying the different artists and landscapes that inspired her? 

Speaker: Kiera Bandy, former heritage interpreter at Emily Carr House and current undergraduate student 

Live at Lunch is a monthly series where you can hear directly from curators, archivists, staff and researchers at the Royal BC Museum as well as fascinating community members and guests. 

Designed for ages 9 to 12

Join us Live Online with our friends at Streamable Learning!

In 1858, the discovery of gold in the Fraser River transformed what is now known as British Columbia into a magnet for hopeful miners from around the world. Each gold seeker was driven by powerful forces that pushed them from their homelands and dreams that pulled them to this new and unfamiliar land. The impact of the gold rush on British Columbia was profound and enduring.

A workshop in collaboration with Xchanges Gallery and Studios

Come help shape the sound of our upcoming exhibition!

We invite musicians, music lovers, and culture enthusiasts to join us for a special community gathering in anticipation of our upcoming exhibition, Beyond the Beat: Music of Resistance and Change  (opening May 2025). This exhibition explores ground-breaking and history-making moments where music played a pivotal role in social and political transformation. It will feature legendary instruments and remarkable stage outfits. 

Celebrate Black History Month at the Royal BC Museum with a dynamic display of booths from local organizations, hosted by the BC Black History Awareness Society. 

Heritage Day is an opportunity to meet and talk with direct descendants about their stories and family history. The exhibits include images, artifacts and archival documents.

Schedule for the day:

In partnership with the University of Victoria and the Royal BC Museum, the BC Black History Awareness Society presents the BHM Fashion Show. Students, families and others will model African prints from local designers while Black history radio capsules created by students in the University of Victoria's French 310 class will play. This event will increase understanding of Black history, the diversity of African culture and clothing, and celebrate the achievements of Black people in the province.

Designed for ages 6 to 10

Join us Live Online with our friends at Streamable Learning!

Our learning team experts will dive into the fascinating world of the Ice Age and the Woolly Mammoths that roamed it. Through images, videos, and objects, we'll explore how these incredible creatures adapted to survive in such a harsh environment. This interactive session offers plenty of opportunities for questions and engagement.