The Maritime Museum of BC

Salty Sundays: Paper Weaving Cards
2025-09-28 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Maritime Museum of BC, 744 Douglas Street, Victoria, British Columbia, V8W3M6, Canada
Learn how to create woven designs using paper, inspired by the historical techniques used in sailmaking. Participants will learn about patterns and materials, gaining skills that connect art with the practical aspects of making sails. Participants will leave with a beautiful woven card to send to someone they love!

This program is drop-in anytime between 2:00pm to 4:00pm, and it should take you between 15-30 minutes to finish your card. You are always welcome to stay longer!

This program is recommended for ages 8+. No experience necessary!

Participation is included in admission or membership, with no extra cost.

Sea Glass Jewelry Workshop
2025-10-04 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-10-30 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-11-01 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.

Sensory-Friendly Hours
2025-10-05 09:30 - 12:00, 2025-10-12 09:30 - 12:00, 2025-10-19 09:30 - 12:00, 2025-10-28 09:30 - 12:00, 2025-11-18 09:30 - 12:00, 2025-11-25 09:30 - 12:00, 2025-12-02 09:30 - 12:00, 2025-12-09 09:30 - 12:00 and 4 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.

Salty Sundays: Collage Bookmarks
2025-10-05 14:00 - 16:00
Join us to explore collage as an artistic medium while embracing a zero-waste philosophy. Participants can discover how to create stunning collages using recycled materials and fostering a sustainable approach to artmaking. Unleash your creativity and make a bookmark that shows everyone your creativity and love for the planet!

This program is drop-in anytime between 2:00pm to 4:00pm, and it should take you between 15-30 minutes to finish your collage. You are always welcome to stay longer!

Anyone of any age can join – no experience necessary!

Salty Sundays: Watercolour Ink Workshop
2025-10-12 14:00 - 16:00
Brush up on your local tree and forest knowledge in this educational and creative drop-in program. Participants will have the opportunity to create ink postcard paintings of misty, biodiverse coastal BC forest, while learning about these habitats and their connection to marine ecosystems.

This program is drop-in anytime between 2:00pm to 4:00pm, and it should take you between 15-30 minutes to finish your watercolour. You are always welcome to stay longer!

Anyone of any age can join – no experience necessary!

This program is included in the price of admission and drop-in only, with no registration required.

Fabric Printmaking Workshop
2025-10-18 13:30 - 15:30, 2025-11-08 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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Artists Aboard Showcase
2025-10-19 12:00 - 16:00
The 46th Classic Boat Festival in Victoria’s Inner Harbour is over, but it has been immortalized in maritime art by three talented local artists!

Our 2025 cohort of the Artists Aboard Program spent the Festival sketching and painting en plein air on the docks and aboard select vessels. See their work on public display on Sunday, October 19 in the Maritime Museum of BC gallery!

The showcase is included in admission and free with membership; join us at the MMBC on October 19 for a special afternoon to celebrate the artists.

Their festival works will be for sale—take home a Classic Boat memory to cherish forever.

Holiday Linocut Cards
2025-11-15 13:30 - 15:30, 2025-11-20 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-11-27 17:30 - 19:30
Join us for a holiday printmaking workshop at the Maritime Musuem of BC, where you will carve your own linocut stamp and apply it to a set of holiday cards!

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 set of holiday cards to send across the seas to your loved ones!

All participants will bring home:

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

A set of 5 holiday cards and envelopes

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

For more information, please email us at programs@mmbc.bc.ca. This workshop is recommended for ages 10+

Price: Regular – $49.99 +GST Youth – $29.99 + GST

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Workshop: Nautical Rope Wreaths
2025-11-22 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-29 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-04 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-12-13 14:00 - 16:00
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.

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.

REgister Here

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.
