Royal BC Museum

Join Royal BC Museum paleontologist Dr. Victoria Arbour for an afternoon of dinosaur fun at Lakelse Lake Park and amphitheatre in Terrace next Monday, hosted by BC Parks.

There will be hands-on activities and a presentation about the dinosaurs that roamed BC millions of years ago.

If you're in Terrace, stop by, say hi 👋and join the fun!

🗓️ Monday, July 22, 2024
📍 Lakelse Lake Park & Amphitheater (Furlong Bay)
⏱️ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
🦖 Hands-on activities: 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
🦕 Dr. Arbour’s dinosaur presentation: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

BC Parks and the Royal BC Museum invite you to an afternoon of dinosaur fun! Perfect for families and dinosaur lovers.

🗓️ July 22, 2024
📍 Lakelse Lake Park & Amphitheater (Furlong Bay)
⏱️ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
🦖 Hands-on activities: 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
🦕 Dr. Arbour’s dinosaur presentation: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Join this fun event and meet Buster, a unique dinosaur species from BC!

The Royal BC Museum is committed to a Nation-led approach to repatriation, and we are so thankful to the Heiltsuk Nation for walking with us on this journey.

You may have been wondering how we brought Stonehenge, the prehistoric megalithic structure located on Salisbury Plain in England, to life right here in BC.

Well, in addition to over 400 unique artifacts on display that help to share the stories of the people of Stonehenge, our talented in-house exhibits team also created a specialized entryway that was fitting for such a monumental exhibition.

The entryway is an 80% scale replica of part of Stonehenge itself, standing at 12 feet tall and constructed out of an integral plywood structure covered in lightweight EPS foam and stucco. It took a lot of hard work to make the vision a reality, and we think you'll agree - it was worth it!

Why only 80% you might ask? It was so the structure could fit in the museum's freight elevator and move from the workshop to the exhibition space.

Come and check it out for yourself and be transported to another time and place. Stonehenge is on now until January 5, 2025.

🎟️ Get tickets > https://bit.ly/46n4giF
🙌 Plan to visit more than once? Upgrade your ticket to a Membership for a host of extra perks > https://bit.ly/465YuTG

Discovered in rocks of the ancient Ediacaran Period near Mount Robson BC, these fossilized remains represent the oldest known life-form in our province, around an incredible 550 million years ago.

The Miettia creature lived in the ocean off the coast of ancient North America at the time the continent ended at the BC-Alberta border. At this time, animals had yet to evolve hard body parts, such as shells. It is not known what kind of creature this was, or whether perhaps it was even a plant or trace left by an animal with different form.

We're still constantly making discoveries and learning about life in BC millions and millions of years ago, how incredible is that? 🤯

That face you make when you're in the middle of a heatwave and don't have A/C!

If you're like the Steller Sea Lion and like the cooler climes, chill out with us at the Royal BC Museum. Immerse yourself in the Ice Age with our resident Woolly mammoth, explore the cool coastal rainforest and discover the colourful creatures of the province's seashore.

Get tickets >https://bit.ly/46n4giF
Check out our current exhibitions >https://bit.ly/3zL3TDp

We’re looking forward to celebrating Pride here in Victoria today! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🙌

Things are moving along at our new Provincial Archives, Research and Collections (PARC) Campus in Royal Bay, BC.

The family zone at Victoria’s Canada Day is officially open for the day. From 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. we’ll have programming from , , and ! Can’t wait to see you!

If you’re in Victoria today, pop by and say hi to Jenn and Chris on the Legislature lawn!

GVPL's Mysterious Creatures presented by the Royal BC Museum Join Jenny Arnold, Digital Educator from the Royal BC Museum, on a captivating journey into the world of mysterious creatures. This video examines two intrig...

Today is National Indigenous Peoples Day to honour and celebrate the history, resilience and culture of Indigenous peoples in Canada.

Five years ago, in the summer of 2019, the Royal BC Museum held the first iteration of the Indigenous Summer Arts Studio. This program was a revitalization of the carving studio operated in Thunderbird Park from 1952 to 2008. Each week showcased different featured artists and media, such as beadwork, carving, painting and cedar weaving.

The Indigenous Summer Arts Studio provided a space for Indigenous artists to learn from one another and share their work, talents and cultures with the public. Providing these opportunities for cultural exchanges was the core of this program.

Due to COVID-19, we were unable to host this program in subsequent summers. However, we have continued to find opportunities to share these artists’ talents.

In the summer of 2021, we began filming interviews and demonstrations with previous artist participants. Videos covered topics such as Métis beadwork, native plants, drum-making and more. While we know nothing can replace face-to-face interactions and conversations with artists, these videos will help you learn from Indigenous artists in new ways and provide a greater understanding of Indigenous culture as you witness it thriving today.

Check out the Living Cultures video series on our website > https://bit.ly/3XAPuE2

If you're on the traditional territory of lək̓ʷəŋən people tomorrow, stop by the museum between 10 AM - 4 PM for the Indigenous Artist Market.

Living Cultures | Royal BC Museum and Archives Indigenous Artist Profiles In the summer of 2019, the Royal British Columbia Museum held the first iteration of the Indigenous Summer Arts Studio. This program was a revitalization of a previous carving studio that operated in Thunderbird park from 1952 to 2008. Each week showcased different feature...

Have you ever wanted to go to a lavender festival? Now is your chance! Black Ball Ferry Line is giving away tickets and transportation to the Sequim Lavender Festival in Washington State! Find the details below!

💜🦄 CONTEST ALERT! 🦄💜 These two love-corns have been having a blast in Victoria! After spending the day exploring the Royal BC Museum (with a special visit for VIUs — Very Important Unicorns — to their rooftop) and getting to know the locals, they love Victoria so much that they’re giving away three pairs of tickets to this year’s Sequim Lavender Festival!!!

They’ve got a pretty packed itinerary while they’re visiting Victoria (Larry has a little surprise up his hooves planned for Lily), so this year they are giving away their tickets virtually! One winner will be randomly selected on June 24, June 26, and June 28. Contest closes on June 27 at 11:59pm. Good luck!!

Enter to Win: https://forms.gle/W66NBuY6wRsbZcue6

Our After Hours adult only series is back! We continue the series next month with After Hours: Maker Space where history and imagination collide with hands-on activities and a closer look at our feature exhibition Canadian Modern. You’ll meet and talk to contemporary local lighting and furniture designers A Light Studio, Mike Randall Design and Atelier Dimo, presented in partnership with Design Victoria, the city’s festival for design and creativity. Get your tickets today!

https://www.royalbcmuseum.bc.ca/visit/events/calendar/event/after-hours-makers-space

The Royal BC Museum Indigenous Artist Market invites you to come celebrate and support the work of over 30 talented Indigenous artists and makers.

Come join us during National Indigenous History Month on the traditional territories of the Lekwungen Peoples (also known as the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations today) and learn about the beauty and depth of Indigenous cultures.

Saturday, June 22
10 AM - 4 PM
Located outdoors at the main entranceway to the Museum

Featured Poster Art: Fire Back Mask, Lynette LaFontaine, Two-Spirit Otipemisiwak Artist, 2021

The Royal BC Museum is located on the traditional territories of the Lekwungen (Songhees and Xwsepsum Nations). We extend our appreciation for the opportunity to live and learn on this territory.

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Pride across BC. RBCM's Community Engagement team joined our partners (Bulkley Valley Museum and Smithers Public Library) in Smithers, BC for the 7th annual Smithers Pride event on June 1, kicking off Pride Month.

LAST CHANCE to see the 59th edition of Wildlife Photographer of the Year.

Using the power of photography to raise awareness around animal advocacy and environmental conservation, this annual exhibition is a showcase of the world's best nature photography. See this and 90 more of the year's best wildlife photos before they leave June 2.

Wildlife Photographer of the Year is developed and produced by the Natural History Museum, London.

This past Saturday the museum joined members of the Urasenke Tankokai Victoria Association to participate in a demonstration of the Japanese team ceremony (Chado - The Way of Tea).

Royal BC Museum is on the road!🚗

On May 30th from 12pm-2pm, visit the RBCM's community engagement table at The Exploration Place. Their Community Engagement team will be on hand to answer questions and listen to ideas about the future of the Royal BC Museum. They'll also have some fun objects and specimens to check out!

There are just a few days left to see "BC's Marvellous Mushrooms"! The last day of the exhibit is Saturday May 25th. We are open 9am-5pm Monday-Friday, and 9am-2pm on Saturday.

The Royal BC Museum is now open until 10:30 PM on Friday and Saturday nights!

Date night, evening out with friends, or even just a chance to enjoy the galleries after a day in the sunshine - whatever the occasion, there's lots to see!

Don't miss the amazing Wildlife Photographer of the Year which closes June 2, and check out our newest arrival, epic feature exhibition Stonehenge.

Get tickets >> https://bit.ly/46n4giF

Last chance!

It took SUE around 67 million years to find their way to the Royal BC Museum, so don’t miss your chance to feast your eyes on this prehistoric predator before it’s gone again.

The massively popular SUE: The T. rex Experience is closing Sunday, Jan. 7, giving everyone one last chance to discover the most complete and best-preserved Tyrannosaurus rex ever found.

You can experience SUE with general admission to the museum or with our new Combo Pass, offering for the first time access to all the benefits of a Royal BC Museum Membership and an IMAX Victoria Annual Pass for one great price.

Learn more about SUE here: https://royalbcmuseum.bc.ca/visit/exhibitions/sue-t-rex-experience

Get your Combo Pass today here: https://royalbcmuseum.bc.ca/combo-pass

Is there any better feeling than receiving a handwritten letter from a loved one?

It’s a rare occasion these days but a treasured one, and the Royal BC Museum is excited to help facilitate such special moments during Letter Writing Week, starting today to Sunday, Jan. 7 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

We provide the paper, the pens, the envelope and even the stamps—all you need to do is write the letter and make someone’s day. Stop by our letter-writing station on the third floor mezzanine all week long to take a moment, sit down and take part in this time-honoured tradition. Who knows, the letter you write could one day find itself in our provincial archives!

Learn more: https://www.royalbcmuseum.bc.ca/visit/events/calendar/event/letter-writing-week-0

One of our most popular events of the year returns Tuesday, Jan. 2: Community Days!
Community Days is a chance for everyone to reconnect with the Royal BC Museum through admission by donation.

Donations help the museum and archives carry out all the incredible behind-the-scenes work our amazing staff undertakes, including collecting specimens of BC’s diverse plants, preserving and restoring artifacts, archival documents and historical photographs, contributing to collective global scientific knowledge and so much more.

Community Days helps highlight the importance of donations to the Royal BC Museum while giving everyone the opportunity to visit and explore your provincial museum.

Community Days begins Tuesday, Jan. 2, and runs through Thursday, Jan. 4.