British Columbia is known for its spectacular nature but there is little awareness of the many species under threat. Species at Risk is a fun and illuminating mobile museum housed in an inventively re-made trailer and accompanied by skilled and personable interpreters from the Royal BC Museum and the Robert Bateman Centre.
Kelowna Museums is happy to be hosting this new travelling exhibition coming to Kelowna August 24th to 28th. Species at Risk looks at why certain species are in danger, what their loss could mean and how you can help. Stay tuned for more information on public programs and special events that will accompany this exhibition.
Exhibit Locations:
Monday August 24, 10 am – 5 pm
Laurel Packinghouse
Join us at 10am to welcome Species at Risk: A travelling exhibition from the Royal BC Museum. MLA Steve Thomson and Krystal Lezard will welcome our visitors, and a very special look at the exhibit will be presented by Dr. Scott Cooper of the Royal BC Museum.
At 11am, young naturalist Logan Lalonde will guide us through the Rotary Marsh to explore an ecosystem at risk.
Tuesday August 25, 9 am – 3 pm
Mission Creek Park
Wednesday August 26, 9 am – 3 pm
Mission Creek Park
Thursday August 27, 10 am – 5pm
Okanagan Heritage Museum
Join us at 7pm for a special panel discussion on “The Nature of Museums” with special guests from the Royal BC Museum, Regional District of the Central Okanagan, and UBC Okanagan.
Friday August 28, 10am – 1pm
Okanagan Heritage Museum
Museum Mayhem will be all about Species at Risk this day! Join us for a guided experience and family friendly fun.
Special Events
The Nature of Museums – Panel Discussion with Special Guests
Chris O’Connor from the Royal BC Museum, along with other invited guests, will explore environmental stewardship and other cultural connections.
Public Programs
Museum Mayhem – Species at Risk
Learn about environmental conservation and how we can help keep our furry friends safe during this drop in family program.
