The Maritime Museum of BC

Workshop: Nautical Rope Wreaths
2025-11-29 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-04 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-12-13 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Maritime Museum of BC, 744 Douglas Street, Victoria, British Columbia, V8W3M6, Canada
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 Museum of BC (valid for 24 hours). Wreath Workshops often sell out – early registration is recommended!

Regular: $49.99 + GST (members receive a 20% discount)

Youth (under 30): $29.99 + GST (members receive a 20% discount)

For more information, please email us at programs@mmbc.bc.ca.  This workshop is recommended for ages 14+

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Please note: This workshop is limited to a maximum of 10 participants. We will contact you 24 hours before the workshop, should it be cancelled due to low registration. A full refund will be issued, if the workshop does not run. For our full Refund Policy, please click here.

Sensory-Friendly Hours
2025-12-02 09:30 - 12:00, 2025-12-09 09:30 - 12:00, 2025-12-16 09:30 - 12:00, 2025-12-23 09:30 - 12:00, 2025-12-30 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-01-06 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-01-13 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-01-27 09:30 - 12:00 and 5 more dates
Explore the Maritime Museum of BC during our weekly Sensory-Friendly hours, designed for visitors who prefer a quiet and subdued environment. Enjoy low-volume surroundings, dimmed lighting, and a scent-free atmosphere. These dedicated hours provide an inclusive experience for all, ensuring everyone can engage with our exhibits comfortably and peacefully.

Sensory kits are available to borrow during your visit from the front desk during all opening hours.

Sea Glass Ornaments Workshop
2025-12-06 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-12-20 14:00 - 15:30
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.

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For more information, please email us at programs@mmbc.bc.ca.

Please note: This Sea Glass Ornaments Workshop is limited to a maximum of 10 participants. We will contact you 24 hours before the workshop, should it be cancelled due to low registration. A full refund will be issued, if the workshop does not run. For our full Refund Policy, please click here.

Fabric Printmaking Workshop
2026-01-10 13:30 - 15:30, 2026-02-07 13:30 - 15:30, 2026-02-26 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-03-07 13:30 - 15:30, 2026-04-11 13:30 - 15:30
Join us for an ocean-inspired printmaking workshop at the Maritime Museum of BC, where you will carve your own linocut stamp and apply it to fabric! This hands-on session invites participants to explore the history and beauty of our rich maritime heritage through creative block printing techniques. Bring your imagination and leave with a practical item for your home or to wear that celebrates the ocean!

Each participant will take home:

4×6” Linoleum block carved with a design of their creation

A cotton tea towel or tote bag, printed with their design

Participants are also welcome to bring additional fabric materials to print on if desired. Maybe you have an old pair of jeans that need some sprucing up, or a stained t-shirt that could be printed over? Feel free to bring those in to print on as well. Please note:

Lighter coloured fabrics will show your design better.

If you decide to purchase something new for the workshop, please wash and dry it before the workshop.

Smooth fabrics that do not possess a heavy texture or stretch are best for use with our inks. Cotton, linen, broadcloth and denim are examples of ideal fabrics for use. Nylon and canvas are not recommended.

Registration includes workshop, all supplies, and admission to the Maritime Museum of BC (valid for 24 hours).

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Sea Glass Jewelry Workshop
2026-01-17 14:00 - 15:30, 2026-01-29 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-02-14 14:00 - 15:30, 2026-03-21 14:00 - 15:30, 2026-03-26 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-05-16 14:00 - 15:30
Join us to learn about the history and beauty of sea glass in this hands-on workshop. Design your very own stunning piece of jewelry using locally sourced sea glass. No experience necessary! You’ll leave with a unique and wearable work of art that captures the beauty of the sea.

Exhibit Deep Dive – 1858: Black Routes, Black Roots
2026-02-21 14:00 - 16:00
Dive deeper into the current exhibit at the Maritime Museum of BC – 1858: Black Routes, Black Routes, which explores early Black immigration to BC. Hear from writer/researcher Madison Bridal about her experience learning and sharing about the “Pioneer Committee” and their journey to Canada on the Commodore. Then, hear from Barbra Hudlin, a descendent of these early Black immigrants and her family’s history on Vancouver Island.

About the Speakers

Madison Bridal

Madison has worked in numerous museums, on several exhibits, and previously co-led the BCMA’s IBPOC Network. Madison is recently known for her curatorship of Rooting for Reclamation at Legacy Art Galleries, and as the writer/researcher for 1858: Black Routes, Black Roots here at the Maritime Museum of BC.

Barbra Hudlin

Barbra is a black Canadian living in Victoria, BC and a direct descendent of the first Black settlers to Victoria. She is a speaker and educator deeply involved in the Black communities on Vancouver Island. She is also the founder and president of the Doug Hudlin charitable Society which is the life and legacy of the Black gentlemen empire Doug Hudlin, a board member with the BC Black History Awareness Society, and serves in the advisory of the City Of Victoria‘s international decade of people of African dissent committee.

Cost: Free with museum admission. We ask that you register in advance, but drop-ins are also welcome.

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