Experience fascinating displays and learn how the Okanagan Valley was formed, and why it supports tremendous biodiversity. Step into the world of the syilx/Okanagan people, and gain insights into their close connection to the land. Learn about the arrival of traders and settlers, and peer into the windows of a store from Kelowna’s Chinatown. Meet some individuals from Kelowna’s past and present, and be inspired by the Central Okanagan Sports Hall of Fame.
Hours
| Monday | 10:00am – 5:00pm |
| Tuesday | 10:00am – 5:00pm |
| Wednesday | 10:00am – 5:00pm |
| Thursday | 10:00am – 5:00pm |
| Friday | 10:00am – 5:00pm |
| Saturday | 10:00am – 5:00pm |
| Sunday | 11:00am – 4:00pm |
Special Hours
| Monday, August 5 | 11:00am – 4:00pm |
ADMISSION
Admission is by donation.
Suggested donation $10 per person/$25 per family
Feature Exhibit
Dinosaurs of BC
June 6, 2024 to September 30, 2024
Okanagan Heritage Museum
ROAR!!! Step back in time with the Dinosaurs of BC!
Dig into prehistoric British Columbia and get up close and personal with the dinosaurs that once roamed the province’s highest peaks, densest forests and most remote river basins. Through research done by the Royal BC Museum’s palaeontology team, we’re learning just how many ancient creatures once called these lands home. Follow the footsteps of tyrannosaurs and ankylosaurs, see beautifully preserved marine fossils and meet ‘Buster,’ BC’s own reigning resident ferrisaurus.
Dinosaurs of BC is a travelling exhibition produced by the Royal BC Museum. Special thanks to the generous support of the Government of Canada (Canadian Heritage) and Chances Casino for making the rental of the exhibition possible.
Museums Are Living Places
There’s always something new to discover at the Okanagan Heritage Museum!
Additional Programs & Services
Upcoming Events & Workshops
The Downtown Scoop
The Downtown Scoop
Historical newspapers are full of fascinating things; headlines, stories, the gossip column and even advertisements!
nakulamen (what we do): syilx Traditional Plant Use Walking Tour
nakulamen (what we do): syilx Traditional Plant Use Walking Tour
Stroll from the Laurel Packinghouse to the Rotary Marsh with syilx knowledge carriers as they teach about traditional plant use.
Dino Sundays
Dino Sundays
For the little dinosaur lovers in your family. Kelowna Museums introduces drop in Sundays with Dinosaur themed games, crafts or talks on the wonderful world of Dinosaurs in BC. Each week will be a different activity. It would be T-reffic to see you!