The Maritime Museum of BC

Museum Tots - Welcome Winter
2024-12-07 10:30 - 11:15 (America/Vancouver) | British Columbia
This weekly program introduces children ages 3 – 5 to the fun world of museum learning. Each week’s program revolves around a new theme, encouraging children to learn through crafts, play, song, and dance. There is a new maritime theme every week.

No registration required–drop-ins welcome!

For more information, please call us at 250-385-4222 or email us at programs@mmbc.bc.ca.

Please note that parents are required to stay for the duration of the program.

Sensory-Friendly Hours
2024-12-08 09:30 - 12:00, 2024-12-15 09:30 - 12:00, 2024-12-22 09:30 - 12:00, 2024-12-29 09:30 - 12:00, 2025-01-05 09:30 - 12:00, 2025-01-12 09:30 - 12:00, 2025-01-19 09:30 - 12:00, 2025-01-26 09:30 - 12:00 and 6 more dates | The Maritime Museum of BC, 744 Douglas Street, Victoria, British Columbia, V8W3M6, Canada
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.

Museum Tots - Holidays: North Pole Animals
2024-12-14 10:30 - 11:15 | British Columbia

Museum Tots - Winter Solstice
2024-12-21 10:30 - 11:15 | British Columbia

Museum Tots - Shipwrecks
2025-01-04 10:30 - 11:15 | British Columbia

Museum Tots - Maritime Music
2025-01-11 10:30 - 11:15 | British Columbia

Museum Tots - Merfolk
2025-01-18 10:30 - 11:15 | British Columbia

Museum Tots - Explorers
2025-01-25 10:30 - 11:15 | British Columbia

Museum Tots - Life in the Harbour
2025-02-01 10:30 - 11:15 | British Columbia

Museum Tots - Valentine's Day
2025-02-08 10:30 - 11:15 | British Columbia

Salty Sundays: Linocut Printmaking Workshop
2025-02-09 14:00 - 16:00 | The Maritime Museum of BC, 744 Douglas Street, Victoria, British Columbia, V8W3M6, Canada
Join us for an educational and creative drop-in program where participants can create linocut bookmark or postcard prints, while learning about Salish Sea animals and their ecosystems.

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

Anyone ages 10+ is welcome to carve a stamp, and younger participants can make a bookmark or postcard with a pre-carved stamp!

This program is included in admission or membership, and does not require registration.

Museum Tots - Whales on the West Coast
2025-02-15 10:30 - 11:15 | British Columbia

Museum Tots - Wooden Boats
2025-02-22 10:30 - 11:15 | British Columbia

Museum Tots - Jellyfish
2025-03-01 10:30 - 11:15 | British Columbia

Museum Tots - Microscopic
2025-03-08 10:30 - 11:15 | British Columbia

Salty Sundays: Watercolour Ink Workshop
2025-03-14 14:00 - 16:00 | The Maritime Museum of BC, 744 Douglas Street, Victoria, British Columbia, V8W3M6, Canada
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.

Museum Tots - Otters
2025-03-15 10:30 - 11:15 | British Columbia
