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The Maritime Museum of BC is open Tuesday - Saturday from 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM.
The Maritime Museum of BC is open Tuesday - Saturday from 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM.
Up to 100 classic vessels in Victoria's Inner Harbour over Labour Day weekend. Docks open to the public; suggested donation of $5 for entry, with all funds benefiting the Maritime Museum of BC's programs, exhibits, and collections care.
Enjoy snacks throughout the day to keep you fueled as you peruse 80+ heritage vessels in the Inner Harbour!
Watch classic vessels leave the Inner Harbour, or head to the Ogden Point Causeway or Clover Point for the best view of the traditional Sail Past, and the Sail Race for sailing vessels.
The Hounds of Cuchulain will perform aboard Deerleap (Dock D) from 12:30 - 1:30 PM.
Every Friday, we invite you to visit the museum and choose an admission price that works for you. This initiative is designed to ensure that everyone in our community can engage with our nautical stories, regardless of financial barriers.
The Maritime Museum of BC is open Tuesday - Saturday from 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM.
During this inaugural ceremony for the Western Canada Heritage Vessel Registry, the first cohort of seven registry vessels will be announced, and the 2027 application period launched in the Maritime Museum of BC gallery. The Western Canada Heritage Vessel Registry (WCHVR) is dedicated to recognizing and preserving historically significant vessels built in Western Canada. The … Continued
Every Friday, we invite you to visit the museum and choose an admission price that works for you. This initiative is designed to ensure that everyone in our community can engage with our nautical stories, regardless of financial barriers.
Join us this week to learn exactly how boats float! Explore some of the model boats in our collection, test out the buoyancy of objects, and build your own boat to put it to the test! Drop-in anytime between 10:00am and 11:00am, but remember storytime is at 10:30am! Activities are suitable for ages 3-8 years. Parents and guardians must … Continued
Learn about the history of sea glass in this interactive workshop. Then design your own piece of jewelry using locally sourced sea glass.
The Maritime Museum of BC is open Tuesday - Saturday from 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM.