For general inquiries please contact the Information Desk at the Okanagan Heritage Museum:
250.763.2417 or info@kelownamuseums.ca
Administration
Jillian Povarchook – Executive Director
jpovarchook@kelownamuseums.ca
250.763.2417 ext. 27
Christopher Butt – Finance & Operations Manager
christopherbutt@kelownamuseums.ca
250.763.9292 ext. 23
Amanda Snyder – Curatorial Manager
asnyder@kelownamuseums.ca
250.763.2417 ext. 29
Staff
Mallery Barnett – Web & Social Media Associate
mbarnett@kelownamuseums.ca
250.763.2417 ext. 24
Erik Beardmore – Programming Associate
ebeardmore@kelownamuseums.ca
778.478.9767
Keith Boehmer – Military Historian
kboehmer@kelownamuseums.ca
250.763.9292 ext. 29
Marshall Bond – Programming Associate
mbond@kelownamuseums.ca
778.478.9767
Sarah Cipes – Archives Associate
scipes@kelownamuseums.ca
250.763.9292
Alana Firedancer – Indigenous Engagement Coordinator
afiredancer@kelownamuseums.ca
778.478.9767
Megan Fisher – Conservation Associate
mfisher@kelownamuseums.ca
250.763.2417 ext. 26
Maria Garcia – Museum Services Associate
mgarcia@kelownamuseums.ca
250.763.2417 ext. 31
Sofia Grael – Programming Associate
sgrael@kelownamuseums.ca
778.478.9767
Tara Hurley – Head of Archives
thurley@kelownamuseums.ca
250.763.2417 ext. 25
Elizabeth King – Collections Associate
eking@kelownamuseums.ca
250.763.2417 ext. 23
Jasmine Marshall – Exhibition Coordinator
jmarshall@kelownamuseums.ca
250.763.2417 ext. 22
Solange Massicotte – Head of Programming
smassicotte@kelownamuseums.ca
250.868.4836
Ally Morrow – Laurel Bookings Coordinator
bookings@kelownamuseums.ca
778.478.0346
Nancy Ross – Bookkeeper
nross@kelownamuseums.ca
250.763.9292 ext. 26
Allison Wardle – Archives Associate
awardle@kelownamuseums.ca
250.763.9292
Ryan Wong – Museum Facilities Assiociate
rwong@kelownamuseums.ca
778.478.0325
Board of Directors
Colin Flannigan, President
Howard Hisdal, Past President
Miah Olmsted, Secretary and VP
Trinda Wager, Treasurer and VP
Bill Wang
Ying Zhu
Shaun Campbell
Christine McWillis, Ex-Officio
Kelowna Museums Locations
Okanagan Heritage Museum
Kelowna’s flagship museum, the Okanagan Heritage Museum, invites visitors to discover how the Okanagan Valley was formed, to gain insights into the world of our syilx hosts, to learn about the arrival of traders and settlers and so much more.
Okanagan Military Museum
Devoted to the preservation and greater awareness of Okanagan military heritage, the Okanagan Military Museum features uniforms, insignia, badges, firearms and fascinating stories of how locals have contributed to events on the world stage.
Laurel Packinghouse
One of Kelowna’s most historic and beloved buildings, the Laurel Packinghouse is the oldest and largest packinghouse in BC. Part atmospheric rental venue, part museum, this is a building that charms both locals and visitors alike.
Kelowna Museums’ Upcoming Events & Workshops
Spring Breeze and Busy Bees
Discover pollinating insects of the Okanagan and appreciate the hard work they do. Take away tips on how you can help our wild bee population.
Spring Breeze and Busy Bees
Discover pollinating insects of the Okanagan and appreciate the hard work they do. Take away tips on how you can help our wild bee population.
Museum Impossible- Operation: Spy Academy
An interactive experience where you work with your family and friends to decipher a secret message before the clock runs out.