Explore the Maritime Museum of BC during our weekly Sensory-Friendly hours, designed for visitors who prefer a quiet and subdued environment.
Square up on your local tree and forest knowledge in this educational and creative drop-in workshop that teaches participants how to create ink postcard paintings of misty, biodiverse coastal BC forests. Participants paint while learning about these habitats, their connection to marine ecosystems, and the environmental risk factors that threaten them. No experience is necessary. Drop in and start creating!
Join us this holiday season to create your very own maritime inspired wreath! Our workshop leader will guide you through the process of transitioning a single piece of rope into a beautiful wreath to hang on your door or in your home for years to come. Registration includes workshop, all supplies, and admission to the Maritime … Continued
Explore the Maritime Museum of BC during our weekly Sensory-Friendly hours, designed for visitors who prefer a quiet and subdued environment.
Join us for a hands-on scrimshaw workshop where you can explore basic scrimshaw techniques and simple carving. Participants will create their own soap scrimshaw masterpiece while learning about the history of whaling in BC and reflecting on the impact of over-consumption on our environment and natural resources. No prior experience needed—just drop in and start … Continued
Register for our Sea Glass Ornaments Workshop and discover the fascinating history of sea glass in this interactive workshop, then design your own holiday ornament using locally sourced pieces! Your registration includes the workshop, all supplies, and admission to the Maritime Museum of BC. For more information, please email us at programs@mmbc.bc.ca. Please note: This … Continued
Explore the Maritime Museum of BC during our weekly Sensory-Friendly hours, designed for visitors who prefer a quiet and subdued environment.
Have you ever wondered what’s behind those Staff Only doors at your favourite museums? Now’s your chance to find out during our Behind-the-Scenes Collection Tour: Navigation. This month’s guide is Jan Drent with a look at The MMBC’s collection of navigation artefacts. About Your Guide: Jan Drent commanded and navigated warships during a 34-year naval … Continued
Our workshop leader will guide you step-by-step as you transform a single piece of rope into a beautiful holiday wreath. Your registration includes the workshop, all supplies, and 24-hour admission to the Maritime Museum of BC. Wreath Workshops often sell out, so we recommend registering early! For more information, please email us at programs@mmbc.bc.ca. Please … Continued
Explore the Maritime Museum of BC during our weekly Sensory-Friendly hours, designed for visitors who prefer a quiet and subdued environment.
Get ready to set sail on a musical afternoon with the Maritime Museum of BC’s Salty Singers! Join us at the museum for some lively shanties and holiday-themed standards, performed by our volunteer shanty choir under the direction of Janet Rendell. The choir will perform two sets – at 2 pm & 3 pm. Attendees … Continued
Register for our Sea Glass Ornaments Workshop and discover the fascinating history of sea glass in this interactive workshop, then design your own holiday ornament using locally sourced pieces! Your registration includes the workshop, all supplies, and admission to the Maritime Museum of BC. For more information, please email us at programs@mmbc.bc.ca. Please note: This … Continued