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 | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 10:00am – 5:00pm |
| Friday | 10:00am – 5:00pm |
| Saturday | 10:00am – 5:00pm |
| Sunday | 11:00am – 5:00pm |
Special Hours
| March 21, 22, 28 & 29 | 10:00am – 5:00pm |
| Friday, April 7 | 11:00am – 4:00pm |
| Sunday, April 9 | 11:00am – 4:00pm |
| Monday, April 10 | 11:00am – 4:00pm |
ADMISSION
Admission is by donation.
Suggested donation $10 per person/$25 per family
Feature Exhibit
Chief Dan George: Actor and Activist
A traveling exhibit created by MONOVA: Museum and Archives of North Vancouver
September 30, 2022 to April 2, 2023
Okanagan Heritage Museum
Explore the life and legacy of Tsleil-Waututh Chief Dan George.
Although focused on Dan George, the exhibition also delves into significant events in the First Nations rights movement in BC and Canada.
Longshoreman, actor, musician, lecturer, poet, activist, environmentalist and First Nations leader. Dan George (born Geswanouth Slahoot) is well remembered. Raised on the Burrard Indian Reserve #3, the son of hereditary chief George Sla-holt, he spent much of his life working as a longshoreman and logger. He began his acting career later in life during the 1960s and 70s. Dan George appeared in many television, movie and stage productions in which he worked to promote a better understanding of First Nations people.
Museums Are Living Places
There’s always something new to discover at the Okanagan Heritage Museum!
Additional Programs & Services
Upcoming Events & Workshops
Dinosaur Roar
Dinosaur Roar
Back by popular demand! The Okanagan Heritage Museum offers you Dinosaur Roar! Dinosaurs were HOW BIG? Using real paleontology equipment and fossil exploration, we will imagine a land filled with dinosaurs. How loud can you Roar?
na̓ʔk̓ʷulamən (what we do): Traditional Shelters
na̓ʔk̓ʷulamən (what we do): Traditional Shelters
Take a journey with us exploring the traditional shelters and lifestyles of First Nations’ from around Turtle Island, with a particular focus on syilx (Okanagan) culture. Participants may get the chance to climb the warriors’ ladder.
Museum Impossible – Operation: Spy Academy
Museum Impossible - Operation: Spy Academy
After Germany took over France, Winston Churchill established the Special Operations Executive (SOE). It aimed to send undercover agents to weaken the enemy in any way possible. You are a student at Camp X, Canada’s top-secret spy school in Ontario. You will be train...