The Royal BC Museum Indigenous Artist Market returns for the Winter edition and we invite you to come and celebrate and support the work of

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. 

Deep Discoveries from the 2024 Northeast Pacific Deep-Sea Exploration Expedition

The stones at Stonehenge were shaped and set up to frame the summer and winter solst

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 stones at Stonehenge were shaped and set up to frame the summer and winter solst

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. 

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. 

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

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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

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.

Designed for ages 6 to 10

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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.

An illustrated presentation about the flora (and a little about fauna and mushrooms) of northern BC including images of the landscapes, rare plants, common plants, a pseudoflower, a puzzling gap in the distribution of several species and what we are learning from DNA markers about the migration of several species.

What happens when a comedian walks into a volcano?

In 2023, Ben Miller was the artist in residence at Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, the first stand-up comedian ever selected. This was probably a terrible idea on their part.

Come watch this show where scientist turned stand-up comedian Ben Miller explores volcanology, entomology, Hawaiian history, cats, cookies, and more. And yes, that photo is real. Ben has made people laugh in front of a burning lava lake and he is not afraid of you.

Designed for ages 8 to12

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Get up-close and personal insects in this engaging livestream. Discover the fascinating bodies and behaviors of these remarkable creatures as we delve into insect specimens from the Royal BC Museum collections. Bring your curiosity for an interactive journey into the world of insects!

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Designed for ages 4 to 8

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Explore how dinosaurs used their bodies to thrive in their habitats millions of years ago. By examining plant and dinosaur fossils, we will uncover how these ancient creatures found food and interacted with their environment. We will also discover how modern animals offer clues about how dinosaurs looked and behaved.

The local astronomical community and the Royal BC Museum invite you to a day that's truly out of this world. Experience an array of activities including telescope viewing, stunning astrophotography, engaging displays, and insightful talks. Join us for an unforgettable journey through the cosmos and explore the wonders of the universe.

Designed for ages 4 to 9

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Plants and animals possess unique features and behaviors, known as adaptations, that help them survive and thrive in their environments. Join us for a visit to the Natural History gallery to explore how various BC animals have evolved extraordinary adaptations to navigate and flourish in their local habitats.