Gather under the Netherlands Centennial Carillon for a unique caroling celebration with friends, family, and fellow singers. Enjoy the carillon music performed by Provincial Carillonneur Rosemary Laing and join the Newcombe Choir as they lead the carol singing. Be sure to take in the vendors and food trucks as part of WinterFest!
Come visit historic Helmcken House, on the east side of the museum building.
The Royal BC Museum, with support from our partners, is proud to present the second
Though the reasons behind Stonehenge's construction remain a mystery, evidence suggests it served as a site for the interment of cremated remains for at least 500 years. As Winter Solstice approaches, join students from Camosun College’s Anthropology of Death class for an insightful exploration into burial traditions and landscapes of the dead (necrogeographies). Don’t miss this opportunity for a memorable learning experience.
Come visit historic Helmcken House, on the east side of the museum building.
The Royal BC Museum, with support from our partners, is proud to present the second
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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.
Science Saturday, in partnership with Let’s Talk Science, is a family-friendly event offering engaging, hands-on activities throughout the museum’s Natural History Gallery.
This drop-in interactive afternoon is designed to spark curiosity and foster a love for science, inviting participants of all ages to explore various scientific concepts through experiments, demonstrations, and fun immersive experiences.
Curious about researching your family history in British Columbia but not sure where to begin? Explore the extensive tools and resources available at the BC Archives and discover how enjoyable building your family tree can be. In this workshop, you'll learn how to navigate our genealogy database and general collections catalogue to uncover your family's roots in British Columbia.
The BC Archives is the oldest archival institution west of the Great Lakes. Learn more about the history, collections and role of this important institution.
Speaker: Stuart Hill, Archivist
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 9-12 years
Journey into the world of ancient mysteries in this art class. Young artists will embark on an adventure by first visiting the feature exhibition Stonehenge to learn all about the incredible history and secrets of this ancient place.
Back in the classroom, our experienced instructor will guide students step-by-step in creating their very own Stonehenge landscape, followed by a miniature stone megalith. This hands-on activity will inspire creativity and offer a unique way to explore one of history’s most fascinating structures.
The Victoria Children’s Choir is considered to be one of the top choral and music organizations in the city, and is highly respected for its consistent professional level of performing music throughout the Concert Season.
Designed for all ages
Meet Paul Ferguson, History Collections Manager at the Royal BC Museum, for an intriguing exploration of historical photographs and the stories they tell. Discover how to analyze and draw inferences from these visual records, gaining insights into the past through the lens of primary sources.
Bring your curiosity and sharpen your observational skills as we delve into the art of reading photographs as evidence of history.
Designed for ages 9 to 13
Join us Live Online with our friends at Streamable Learning!
Meet Paul Ferguson, History Collections Manager, for an intriguing exploration of historical photographs and the stories they tell. Discover how to analyze and draw inferences from these visual records, gaining insights into the past through the lens of primary sources.
Bring your curiosity and sharpen your observational skills as we delve into the art of reading photographs as evidence of history.
Designed for all ages
Some arthropods are equipped with wings and antennae, and the number and arrangement of these body parts can help you identify whether an animal is an insect, spider, millipede, or centipede. But did you know there are also reptiles that can glide through the air—without wings? How many reptiles from British Columbia can you name?
Join Dr. Gavin Hanke, Curator of Vertebrate Zoology, and Dr. Joel Gibson, Curator of Entomology, as they guide you through an engaging exploration of creatures that creep, crawl, and slither.
Designed for ages 4 to 8
Join us Live Online with our friends at Streamable Learning!
Some arthropods are equipped with wings and antennae, and the number and arrangement of these body parts can help you identify whether an animal is an insect, spider, millipede, or centipede. But did you know there are also reptiles that can glide through the air—without wings? How many reptiles from British Columbia can you name?
Freshly back From the Field, Join Dr. Victoria Arbour, curator of paleontology at the Royal BC Museum, for a look at what she and her team discovered this past summer in northern BC! This expedition was funded by the Royal Canadian Geographical Society’s Trebek Initiative Grants, supporting incredible Canadian storytelling coast to coast!
In celebration of its 5th Anniversary, the box office hit Fantastic Fungi, directed by Louie Schwartzberg, is returning to theaters with an enhanced experience in Fantastic Fungi Remastered, which offers audiences an unparalleled viewing experience with enhanced visuals and sound, allowing viewers to immerse themselves fully in the breathtaking beauty and awe-inspiring wonder of the fungal kingdom.
