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Okanagan Lake is more than just a scenic backdrop Okanagan Lake is more than just a scenic backdrop – it’s steeped in history, mystery, and local lore. From its role in early settlement and irrigation to legends and lakeside leisure, this 1.5 km walking tour dives into the fascinating stories that make the lake central to life in Kelowna. 

Come explore the rich history hidden in the waves!

Tour leaves from the Okanagan Heritage Museum. Private bookings can be made upon request. Contact education@kelownamuseums.ca
We are buzzing with excitement to welcome honey be We are buzzing with excitement to welcome honey bees back to the Okanagan Wine and Orchard Museum! Next time you visit the Laurel Packinghouse, make sure to check out our brand-new observation hive. It offers a fascinating, up-close look at these incredible pollinators hard at work building combs, storing honey, and keeping the colony thriving.

A big thank you to the North Okanagan Beekeepers for building, installing, and maintaining this new hive for our visitors to enjoy.
Dick Parkinson, nicknamed Mr. Regatta, transformed Dick Parkinson, nicknamed Mr. Regatta, transformed the Kelowna Regatta into an international water show and was a living symbol of the event. Though reluctant at first, he helped organize the festivities for over 35 years. He is pictured here receiving his Regatta Honorary Life Membership in 1970.

Dick also served as an alderman (councillor) for thirteen years, and Mayor of Kelowna for nine, from 1958 to 1967. Today, he is commemorated by his namesake, the Parkinson Recreation Centre.

#KelownaMuseums #DowntownKelowna #KelownaRegatta #KelownaYachtClub #SummerFun
Join us for a hands-on Tombstone Cleaning Workshop Join us for a hands-on Tombstone Cleaning Workshop that cares for local history in a respectful, practical way. Learn safe techniques to gently clean historic headstones under the guidance of KMS’s conservator.

This workshop supports Kelowna Museums Society’s mission to preserve and share our region’s heritage. No experience is needed—just a willingness to roll up your sleeves, work carefully, and help protect this outdoor archive for future visitors.

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This is "Betty the Beautiful Bride," made sometime This is "Betty the Beautiful Bride," made sometime between 1957 and the mid-1960s. Sold primarily in grocery stores, Betty was an affordable alternative to pricey department store toys. You can't tell from these photos, but she is 30 inches tall!

Just because these dolls were budget-friendly didn't mean they weren't precious. This particular Betty was strictly a "nice doll," meaning she was meant to be admired from a distance, and playing with her was off-limits.

Did you have a "look, but don't touch" toy growing up?

#KelownaMuseums #DowntownKelowna #Dolls #weddingdress
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