Discover something new at your Kelowna Museums
We are caretakers of history, science and human legacy. Kelowna Museums spans three locations in downtown Kelowna, hosting hundreds of programs, events, exhibits and workshops every year!
Visit us and discover your own connection to the past, present and the world around you.
Latest Updates
The Okanagan Heritage Museum is open to the public during construction. However, access is limited to the doors on the northeast end of the building facing Ellis Street. We regret that ramp access is currently unavailable at this entrance. We sincerely apologize for this inconvenience.
Kelowna Museums at a glance
Scroll down or click the links below each facility for hours and locations.
Okanagan Heritage Museum
- Access temporarily affected due to construction. Please check hours and location for more info
- Central Okanagan Sports Hall of Fame
- Kelowna Public Archives
- Ursula Surtees Conservation Lab
- The OHM Gift Shop
Okanagan Military Museum
Laurel Packinghouse
- Okanagan Wine and Orchard Museum
- Laurel Square
- Event Rentals
Getting Here
As a Biosphere committed entity, we encourage visitors to make use of active transportation and public transit.
All of our locations are conveniently located near major cycling corridors and multi-use pathways. The Okanagan Heritage Museum is also located directly next to the Queensway Transit Exchange, making it easy to use public transportation for your visit.
Parking
The Memorial Parkade is located at 1420 Ellis Street, between the Okanagan Heritage Museum and the Okanagan Military Museum.
The Library Parkade is located at 1360 Ellis Street, just a short stroll from all of our locations, including the Laurel Packinghouse.
There is no-charge parking after 5 p.m. on weekdays and on weekends/stat holidays – except during special events (signs will be displayed near the entrance when event parking is in effect).
For information and rates, please visit the City of Kelowna website.
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 – 4:00pm |
Special Hours
| Thursday, December 26 | Closed |
ADMISSION
Adult - $10
Student/Senior - $8
Youth (5-17) - $7
Family - $25
5 & Under - Free
Self-guided school visits to the OHM
$50 for 10 students, $2 per each additional student. Maximum 30 students.
Those who self-identify as Indigenous visit the Okanagan Heritage Museum free of charge.
Hours
| Tuesday, Wednesday & Saturday | 10:00am – 5:00pm |
| Monday, Thursday, Friday & Sunday | Closed |
Special Hours
| December 23 – January 6 | Closed |
ADMISSION
Adult - $5
Student/Senior - $4
Youth (5-17) - $3
Family - $10
5 & Under - Free
Veterans - Free
Self-guided school visits to the OMM
$25 for 10 students, $2 per each additional student. Maximum 30 students.
Hours
| Thursday – Saturday | 10:00am – 5:00pm |
| Sunday – Wednesday | Closed |
Special Hours
| December 26, 27 & 28 | Closed |
ADMISSION
Admission is by donation.
Suggested donation $5 per person/$15 per family
Kelowna Museums’ Upcoming Events and Workshops
“Great for young families. It’s not too big so the kids can see everything and not lose focus. Nice interactive displays and info, and they offer events throughout the year that are always fun.”