About
The queer and trans communities have long been a part of BC’s maritime history. This exhibit shares the stories of some of those community members in their own words. Their deeply personal reflections allow a glimpse at the many ways that orientation and identity have played into their experiences of life at sea. Each person has a unique story, each has moments of triumph and discrimination. What they all share is a passion for life around or on the waters of the coast – from marine recreation to decades-long maritime careers and everything in between.
The Maritime Museum of BC is honoured to showcase some of the histories and contributions of the 2SLGBTQ+ community to BC’s maritime culture.
What’s On
Featured Exhibit
Pacific in Peril: Climate Change, the Warming Ocean, and How to Turn the Tide
October 31, 2024–March 30, 2025
Permanent Exhibit
Detail Beyond Measure: Models, Half Hulls, and Name Plates from the Maritime Museum of BC’s Collection
Ongoing