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Nanaimo District Museum
Visitors of the Nanaimo District Museum are invited to learn about Nanaimo's fascinating past through the eyes of its first residents up to its modern-day inhabitants. Some of the exhibits on hand include the coal mining exhibit, first nations exhibit and more. Be sure to stop by the gift shop before leaving the museum.
Address: 100 Cameron Street Nanaimo BC V9R 2X1
 Send an Email (1)  1 250 753-1821
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BC Aviation Museum
The BC Aviation Museum holds an impressive collection of historical aircraft and artifacts relating to the history of aviation.
Address: 9552 Canora Rd. Sidney BC
1 250 655-3300
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Metchosin School Museum
Address: 4475 Happy Valley Road Metchosin BC V9B 5T8
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Sidney Whale Museum
The Sidney Museum exhibits two distinct collections. The Marine Mammal Gallery and Historical Gallery. Exciting marine displays.
Address: 9801 Seaport Place Sidney BC V8L 4X3
1 250 656-2140
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Chemainus Valley Museum
This smaller museum houses many artifacts pertaining to the history of Chemainus. Open daily from mid-February to early December.
Address: 9779 Waterwheel Crescent Chemainus BC
Send an Email (2) 1 250 246-2445
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Bill Proctor's Museum & Gift Shop
Bill Proctor's Museum and Gift Shop, located at Proctor Bay around the corner from Echo Bay, is an informal collection of local artifacts and historical pieces. Author of two local books, Bill Proctor welcomes visitors between 10am and 5pm, and is easily reached from the Echo Bay Provincial Park.
Address: Proctor Bay Gilford Island BC CAN
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Craig Heritage Park and Museum
View several heritage buildings from Parksville's early days, or tour the museum displays focused on the early settlers. The museum is open daily from June 1st to early September. Guided tours can be arranged.
Address: 1245 East Island Highway Parksville BC
1 250 248-6966
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Sooke Region Museum and Visitor Infocentre
Learn of the First Nations people in Sooke, as well as Spanish explorers and the early pioneers of the area. Displays, videos and living exhibits are all part of the museum experience. Open throughout the summer, with special events regularly scheduled.
Address: Corner of Sooke Road and Phillips Road Sooke BC
Send an Email (1) 1 250 642-6351
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Esquimalt Naval & Military Museum
CFB Esquimalt Naval & Military Museum
Address: Esquimalt Rd Esquimalt, Victoria BC V9A 7N2
Send an Email 1 250 363-4312
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Kaatza Station Museum
The Kaatza Station Museum is situated in a historic railway station near Saywell Park. Visitors can view photos, murals, archives and displays recreating scenes from the past.
Address: 125 South Shore Road Lake Cowichan BC Canada V0R 2G0
1 250 749-6142
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The Canadian Scottish Regiment
The Canadian Scottish Regiment (Princess Mary’s) museum houses a variety of artifacts. The large collection of Lee-variant rifles is a specialty.
Address: 715 Bay Street Victoria BC CAN V8T 1R1
Send an Email 1 250 363-8753
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Vancouver Island Military Museum
The Vancouver Island Military Museum displays a collection of military artifacts including a fine collection of Canada's Victorian Crosses. Also on hand are medals, authentic military weapons and armoured vehicles.
Address: 255, 2750 Rutherford Road Nanaimo BC V9T 4K6
Send an Email (2) 1 250 756-2554
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Cowichan Valley Museum and Archives
This collection of artifacts is housed in a 1912 train station in downtown Duncan. View the household and personal items of the area's pioneers, or read some of the community records of the Cowichan Valley. Hours vary as to the season.
Address: Station Street Duncan BC
Send an Email (3) 1 250 746-6612
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Qualicum Beach Historical and Museum Society
The Qualicum Beach Historical and Museum Society exhibits a a variety of artifacts, photographs and documents displaying Qualicum Beach's past.
Address: 587 Beach Road Qualicum Beach BC V9K 1K7
1 250 752-5533
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Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre
Located on a 107 m (350 ft) pier that extends into Cowichan Bay, this piece of history is comprised of three buildings plus a boatbuilding shop where courses are offered. Permanent exhibits reveal the rich maritime heritage of Cowichan Bay.
Address: 1761 Cowichan Bay Rd. Cowichan Bay BC CAN V0R 1A0
Send an Email 1 250 746-4955
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Alert Bay Public Library & Museum
Recently re-located to a restored heritage building located on the waterfront, this museum contains exhibits on local aboriginal history, fishing and other local artifacts.
Address: Fir Street Alert Bay BC
Send an Email (1) 1 250 974-5721
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Art Gallery of Greater Victoria
Featuring art collections from all over the world, with primary emphasis on Canada and Japan.
Address: 1040 Moss St, Victoria BC V8V 4P1
1 250 384-4101
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Heritage Acres Victoria
Heritage Acres is the place where the Saanich Historical Artifacts Society display their extensive collection of agricultural machinery.This collection has now grown to thousands of artifacts.
Address: 7321 Lochside Drive Saanich BC V8M 1W4
1 250 652-5522
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Point Ellice House
This historic home and garden overlooks the Gorge Waterway. Tours and afternoon tea are offered from 11am to 5pm.
Address: 2616 Pleasant St. Victoria BC Canada V8T 4V3
Send an Email 1 250 380-6506
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Sointula Museum
A unique educational experience awaits visitors to this museum. Its collection consists of artifacts and photographs that tell the story of Sointula, dating back to its first days as a Finnish socialist commune.
Address: First Street Sointula BC
Send an Email (1) 1 250 973-6683
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The Museum at Campbell River
The Museum at Campbell River brings history to life with a wide selection of artifacts and interactive exhibits. Uncover the rich culture of the First Nations people that originally inhabited northern Vancouver. The museums theatre offers historic film footage of the historic "Ripple Rock" explosion in nearby Seymour Narrows. The museum's outdoor exhibit, accessible at anytime, includes a wooden cod fishing boat, logging steam donkey, a garden and more. The Museum store carries a selection of native art, regional books and crafts by local artisans.
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