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Thompson Okanagan Museums

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Nicola Valley Museum
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This museum and archives collection allows visitors to unfold the rich history of Merritt and the Nicola Valley.
Address: 2202 Jackson Ave | Merritt, BC | V1K 1B8
Tel: 1 250 378-4145
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B.C. Orchard Industry Museum
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Aritfacts on picking, processing and marketing help tell the story of the Okanagan Valley's transformation from open cattle range to manicured, symmetrical orchards. A 50-foot model railroad set demonstrates fruit transportation. Events: Cherry Fair, mid-Jul.; Apple Fair, mid-Oct. Gift Shop. Admission by donation. Open Monday to Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm.
Address: 1304 Ellis St. | Kelowna, BC | V1Y 1Z8 [ Map ]
Tel: 1 250 763-0433
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Lake Country Museum
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Lake Country Museum tells the history of the communities within the district of Lake Country. With over 3000 artifacts, there is a wide variety of exhibits to interest all ages. Exhibits include: the wine industry, the orchard industry, ranching, 19th century home life, etc. Located in tranquil Okanagan Centre Park, the museum makes a perfect picnic destination.
Address: 11255 Okanagan Centre Road West | Lake Country, British Columbia | V4V2J7
Tel: 1 250 766-0111
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Secwepemc Museum & Heritage Park
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Learn about life before European settlement at this site devoted to the history, culture and language of the Shuswap people. Ethnobotanical gardens exhibit traditionally used plants, and archaeological artifacts and house and canoe replicas are on display. A kilometre-long walking trail with interpretive signs goes through a wildlife marsh. Admission $6, or $4 each in a group. Open Jun. 1-Labour Day, Mon.-Fri. 8.30 a.m.-8 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Labour Day to mid-Dec. and early Jan.-May 30, weekdays 8.30 a.m.-4.30 p.m.
Address: 355 Yellowhead Hwy. | Kamloops, BC [ Map ]
Tel: 1 250 828-9801
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Enderby & District Museum
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A repository of artifacts, archival photos and newspapers, and First Nations miscellany. Also, changing displays on transportation, entertainment and events relating to local history and art, from 1860 to the present. Admission by donation. Open Jul.-Aug., Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sep.-Jun., Tue.-Sat. 12-4.30 p.m.
Address: 901 George St. | Enderby
Tel: 1 838-7170

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Osoyoos Museum
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The Osoyoos Museum offers something for everyone. Exciting exhibits include First Nations artifacts, a Victorian parlour, a 1892 log building, a sizeable military collection, agricultural equipment, children's toys, sports and recreational items, and much much more! Open year round.
Address: 19 Park Place | Osoyoos, BC [ Map ]
Tel: 1 250 495-2582

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Firehall Museum
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The Firehall Museum showcases hundreds of years of Kamloops history.
Address: 1205 Summit Drive | Kamloops, BC | V2C 5R9 [ Map ]
Tel: 1 250 372-5131

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Kelowna Museum
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This museum, archives and reference library focusses on the region's natural history and human settlement. Admission by donation. Open Monday to Friday from 10 am to 5 pm and Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm.
Address: 470 Queensway Ave. | Kelowna, BC | V1Y 6S7 [ Map ]
Tel: 1 250 763-2417

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The Hedley Heritage Museum
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This museum and its archives were created to preserve Hedley’s unique gold mining heritage and offers a collection of historical photos of the gold mining community and a replica mine portal. Dressed in period costume, a historical interpreter leads visitors through the history of the two major gold mines in Hedley. Open Wednesday through Monday from 10 am to 5 pm.
Address: 712 Daly Ave | Hedley, BC | V0X 1K0 [ Map ]
Tel: 1 250 292-8787
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Armstrong-Spallumcheen Museum & Art Gallery
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The museum displays old papers and photographs documenting the area’s history, while the gallery presents monthly shows of North Okanagan artists. Admission by donation. Open daily, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.; May-Oct. closed weekends.
Address: 3415 Pleasant Valley Rd. | Armstrong
Tel: 1 546-8318

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Okanagan Military Museum
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The military history of the Okanagan is held between the walls of this museum. Special events and temporary exhibits keep visitors dropping by.
Address: 1424 Ellis Street | Kelowna, BC | V1Y 0X0 [ Map ]
Tel: 1 250 763-9292
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Princeton Museum
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The Princeton Museum offers an impressive art, mineral, clothing and local pioneer furniture collection as well as fossils, butterly collection, dinosaur bones, First Nation's artifact and much more.
Address: Vermilion Avenue | Princeton, BC | V0X 1W0
Tel: 1 250 295-7588

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Kelowna Art Gallery
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View changing exhibits by regional, national and international artists at this new gallery in Kelowna's revitalized cultural district. Admission by donation. Open Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thu. to 9 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m.
Address: 1315 Water St. | Kelowna, BC | V1Y 9R3 [ Map ]
Tel: 1 250 762-2226

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The Wine Museum
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This specialty museum offers exhibits, programs and special events that highlight B.C.'s wine industry history. Wine appreciation courses are offered year-round. Award-winning and limited-edition V.Q.A. wines are for sale. Staff can help you select wines for any occassion from over 50 B.C. wineries, and offer event, tour and tasting information. Admission by donation. Open Monday to Friday from 10 am to 6 pm, Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm and Sunday & holidays from 11 am to 5 pm.
Address: 1304 Ellis St. | Kelowna, BC | V1Y 1Z8 [ Map ]
Tel: 1 250 868-0441
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Kamloops Museum and Archives
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Three floors of exhibits are devoted to local and regional history. Take advantage of walking and bicycle tours, guided tours, children's programs or the Family History Resource Centre. Admission by donation. Open Jul. 1-Aug.31, Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun 1-5 p.m.; Sep. 1-Jun. 30, Tue. 9.30 a.m.-4.30 p.m.
Address: 207 Seymour St. [ Map ]
Tel: 1 250 828-3576

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Ashcroft Museum
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The Ashcroft Museum traces the towns history from 1885 up to present day.
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Tel: 1 250 453-9232

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Summerland Museum
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The Summerland Museum contains a variety of unique items including hand carved items from India, dating back to 1750, a collection of pottery made from the 1920s, a large collection of archive documents, textiles, tapestries, human history and more.
Address: 9521 Wharton Street | Summerland, BC | V0H 1Z0
Tel: 1 250 494-9395
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Greater Vernon Museum & Archives
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Exhibits guide visitors through the early history of the Vernon area, beginning with display on the Interior Salish Indians displays and ending with the Barnard Avenue scene. Souvenirs and books about the area are available in the gift shop. Admission by donation. Open Tuesday to Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm.
Address: 3009 32nd Ave. | Vernon
Tel: 1 250 542-3142
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Chase & District Museum & Archives
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Located in a former church, the Chase & District Museum & Archives gives visitors a glimpse into the lives of the early first settlers as well as local First Nations groups. Open seven days a week from the beginning of May until Labour Day and throughout the year by appointment for tours and research needs.
Address: Box 160 | Chase, BC | V0E 4N2
Tel: 1 250 679-8847
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Cherryville Museum
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Opened in 2004, this log house is reminiscent of Cherryville's humble start as a community, with two houses and a log cabin. The museum is located at Gold Panner's Cafe and Campground site.
Address: 423 Highway 6 | Cherryville, BC
Tel: 1 250 547-6344

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Oliver and District Museum and Archives
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The museum is housed in a 1924 heritage building, the former B.C. Police Station. Displays include a diorama of the antelope brush grassland ecosystem, Native crafts, a century-old jail from the gold-mining town of Fairview and histories of local land-based industries. Tour guides, gift shop. Entrance by donation. Open May-Sep., Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Oct.-Apr., Tue. and Thu.; other times by appointment.
Address: 9728 356 St. | Oliver, B.C.
Tel: 1 250 498-0490
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Lytton Museum & Archives
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This small community museum collects and displays historical objects from throughout the area. Items include jade figures, Chinese artifacts, fur trade memorabilia and much more.
Address: 420 Fraser St. | Lytton, BC [ Map ]
Tel: 1 250 455-2254

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Deep Creek Tool Museum
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Deep Creek Tool Museum has a large collection of antique tools, engines and equipment. The museum is open from 9 am to 5 pm from Wednesday to Sunday. Call for special hours.
Address: 91 Deep Creek Road | Salmon Arm, BC
Tel: 1 250 832-2506

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R.N. Atkinson Museum
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The R.N. Atkinson Museum holds over 8,000 artifacts outlining Penticton and the Okanagan's pioneer life, military operations and artifacts dating from the areas earliest residents onward.
Address: 785 Main Street | Penticton, BC | V2A 5E3
Tel: 1 250 490-2451
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