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This article is a list of museums in British Columbia, Canada. Museums are special places where interesting objects are collected, cared for, and shown to the public. These objects can be about culture, art, science, or history. Think of them as treasure chests filled with stories from the past and amazing facts about our world!

Visiting museums is a fantastic way to learn new things, explore different cultures, and discover how people lived long ago. British Columbia has many different kinds of museums, each offering a unique adventure.

What Kinds of Museums Are There?

Museums in British Columbia cover a huge range of topics. Here are some of the main types you can explore:

History Museums

History museums help us understand the past. They often show how people lived, worked, and played in different times. You might see old tools, clothes, or even entire rooms set up to look like they did a hundred years ago!

Art Galleries

Art galleries are places where you can see beautiful paintings, sculptures, and other creative works. They often feature art from different time periods or by artists from specific regions.

Science and Nature Museums

These museums are all about how the world works, from outer space to tiny insects. They often have interactive exhibits where you can do experiments and learn by playing.

Open-Air and Historic Village Museums

These museums are like stepping back in time! They often have old buildings that have been moved or restored to show what a town or farm looked like in the past.

  • Barkerville Historic Town is a famous 19th-century gold mining town where you can experience life during the gold rush.
  • The Burnaby Village Museum in Burnaby recreates a British Columbia village from the 1890s to the 1920s.
  • Fort Langley National Historic Site in Fort Langley was once a fur trading post for the Hudson's Bay Company. You can see historic crafts and demonstrations there.
  • Fort Steele Heritage Town near Cranbrook is a preserved historic ghost town with old buildings and displays.

Military and Maritime Museums

These museums tell stories of brave soldiers, sailors, and the ships that sailed the seas. You might see old uniforms, weapons, or even real boats!

First Nations Cultural Centres

These important places celebrate the rich history, art, and traditions of British Columbia's Indigenous peoples. They offer a chance to learn about their cultures directly.

Industry and Technology Museums

These museums show how different industries, like logging, mining, or farming, shaped British Columbia. You might see old machinery and tools.

  • The BC Forest Discovery Centre in Duncan focuses on the logging industry with equipment and even a railway.
  • The Britannia Mine Museum at Britannia Beach is a former copper mine where you can explore buildings and a mine tunnel.
  • The Canadian Museum of Rail Travel in Cranbrook is all about trains and railway history.
  • The Atchelitz Threshermen's Association Museum in Chilliwack has old cars, trucks, tractors, and steam engines.

Defunct Museums

Sometimes, museums close down. Here are a few that are no longer open to the public:

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