Artefacts

The Maritime Museum has a vast collection of 35,000 artefacts that have unique significance to the history of BC. It spans from 1775 to the present, predominantly from 1900 to 1985, and includes,

• Over 500 pieces of art
• Model ships of historic Naval vessels, Coast Guard vessels, as well as vessels from local companies such as the CP Steamship Co.
• Natural history pieces, such as a narwhal tusk
• A large uniform collection
• Items from local companies such as the CP Steamship Co. and BC Ferries
• Historic navigation tools
• Artefacts from local shipyards
• Lights from various vessels
• Flags and ship badges
• And so much more!

The Museum also currently has a fleet of three vessels: Tilikum, Trekka and Dorothy. Read about them here!