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SUMMARY:Museum Closed
DESCRIPTION:The Maritime Museum of BC is open Tuesday – Saturday from 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
URL:https://mmbc.bc.ca/event/museum-closed-3/2026-04-05/
LOCATION:BC
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SUMMARY:Sensory-Friendly Hours
DESCRIPTION:Explore the Maritime Museum of BC during our Sensory-Friendly Hours\, held on the first Tuesday of each month. These dedicated times offer a quieter\, more subdued environment for visitors who prefer a calmer museum experience. 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.  \n\n\n\nSensory kits are available to borrow during your visit from the front desk during all opening hours.
URL:https://mmbc.bc.ca/event/sensory-friendly-hours-3/2026-04-07/
LOCATION:The Maritime Museum of BC\, 744 Douglas Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8W3M6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Youth Programs
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SUMMARY:Fabric Printmaking Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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! \n\n\n\nEach participant will take home: \n\n\n\n\n4×6” Linoleum block carved with a design of their creation  \n\n\n\n\n\nA cotton tea towel or tote bag\, printed with their design  \n\n\n\n\nParticipants 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: \n\n\n\n\nLighter coloured fabrics will show your design better.   \n\n\n\n\n\nIf you decide to purchase something new for the workshop\, please wash and dry it before the workshop.   \n\n\n\n\n\nSmooth 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.  \n\n\n\n\nRegistration includes workshop\, all supplies\, and admission to the Maritime Museum of BC (valid for 24 hours).  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://mmbc.bc.ca/event/fabric-printmaking-workshop-8/2026-04-11/
LOCATION:The Maritime Museum of BC\, 744 Douglas Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8W3M6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Museum Closed
DESCRIPTION:The Maritime Museum of BC is open Tuesday – Saturday from 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
URL:https://mmbc.bc.ca/event/museum-closed-3/2026-04-12/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260419T000000
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SUMMARY:Museum Closed
DESCRIPTION:The Maritime Museum of BC is open Tuesday – Saturday from 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
URL:https://mmbc.bc.ca/event/museum-closed-3/2026-04-19/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260425T110000
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SUMMARY:Mini Mariner Mornings - Magical Magnets
DESCRIPTION:Join us to explore the magical world of magnets and to learn about the cool science behind these neat tricks! Test out magnetic objects\, learn navigation with a real compass\, and make some art with magnets!  \n\n\n\nThis program runs monthly on Saturday mornings (from September to May)\, with new themes each month. 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 remain at the museum for the duration of the program.   
URL:https://mmbc.bc.ca/event/mini-mariner-mornings-magical-magnets/
LOCATION:The Maritime Museum of BC\, 744 Douglas Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8W3M6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Mini Mariner Mornings,Youth Programs
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SUMMARY:Living History: Meet Mifflin Gibbs
DESCRIPTION:April 25th is your final opportunity to experience 1858: Black Routes\, Black Roots exhibit at the Maritime Museum of BC. To bid farewell to this impactful display in style\, we’re welcoming an esteemed guest all the way from 1866! \n\n\n\nIn partnership with Story Theatre and BC Black History Awareness Society\, we invite you to step back in time and meet Mifflin Wistar Gibbs\, the first Black person to hold elected office in British Columbia. \n\n\n\nThrough the art of historical interpretation\, this “Living History” performance brings the 19th century to life. Mr. Gibbs\, who served as a Victoria City Councillor for James Bay\, returns to answer questions from his “constituents” and share his pivotal role in shaping Canada. \n\n\n\nCo-created by Director Adonis Critter King and Producer Monica Ogden\, this program bridges the gap between the past and the contemporary\, offering audiences of all ages a chance to learn from our history to build better futures. \n\n\n\nJoin us for this special closing event: \n\n\n\nWhen: April 25\, 2026\, 11:00am – 3:00pm with break from 11:45am-12:45pm \n\n\n\nAdmission to the museum this day will be “Pay what you can!”
URL:https://mmbc.bc.ca/event/living-history-meet-mifflin-gibbs/
LOCATION:The Maritime Museum of BC\, 744 Douglas Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8W3M6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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SUMMARY:Museum Closed
DESCRIPTION:The Maritime Museum of BC is open Tuesday – Saturday from 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
URL:https://mmbc.bc.ca/event/museum-closed-3/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:BC
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SUMMARY:Closure: Exhibit Changeover
DESCRIPTION:The Maritime Museum of BC will be closed to the public for our exhibit changeover.  \n\n\n\nWe will reopen on May 1\, 2026 with our brand new exhibit: \n\n\n\nGetting Tiddley: Navy Uniforms from Cap to Boot
URL:https://mmbc.bc.ca/event/closure-exhibit-changeover-5/
LOCATION:The Maritime Museum of BC\, 744 Douglas Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8W3M6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Closures
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