What was the difference between a Ross rifle and a Lee-Enfield rifle in 1915? Maybe your life! Join us to learn more about the Ross M-10, SMLE Mk III.
Have you heard of “new” terms like forest bathing and eco-wellness? Are these practices really new, or are these concepts from Indigenous practices? (Hint: it’s the latter). This discussion is led by syilx/Okanagan Elders and knowledge carriers.
How long has there been Black involvement in the Okanagan Valley? Despite being left out of historical records, Black people have been in the valley almost as long as the first settlers. Journey through the museum and find the different ways that Black people have contributed to Okanagan history. Using a puzzle sheet, decipher and discover the name of a historically significant Black Canadian. When you’re finished, receive a small prize and be entered into a draw for a Mosaic gift card!
How long has there been Black involvement in the Okanagan Valley? Despite being left out of historical records, Black people have been in the valley almost as long as the first settlers. Journey through the museum and find the different ways that Black people have contributed to Okanagan history. Using a puzzle sheet, decipher and discover the name of a historically significant Black Canadian. When you’re finished, receive a small prize and be entered into a draw for a Mosaic gift card!
How long has there been Black involvement in the Okanagan Valley? Despite being left out of historical records, Black people have been in the valley almost as long as the first settlers. Journey through the museum and find the different ways that Black people have contributed to Okanagan history. Using a puzzle sheet, decipher and discover the name of a historically significant Black Canadian. When you’re finished, receive a small prize and be entered into a draw for a Mosaic gift card!
How long has there been Black involvement in the Okanagan Valley? Despite being left out of historical records, Black people have been in the valley almost as long as the first settlers. Journey through the museum and find the different ways that Black people have contributed to Okanagan history. Using a puzzle sheet, decipher and discover the name of a historically significant Black Canadian. When you’re finished, receive a small prize and be entered into a draw for a Mosaic gift card!
An up close look and review of the mythology, features and usage of bayonets in combat in the First World War.
Viaja con nosotros a través de la historia natural y humana del Valle del Okanagan. Conoce más acerca de sus características geológicas, biodiversidad, las Primeras Naciones y los primeros colonos.
On International Women’s Day, join staff from the Royal BC Museum for a discussion of important BC women in art and entomology.
If close combat is so horrific how did Canadians become good at trench raids in the First World War? Join us to learn more about the strategies used by Canadian soldiers to gain an upper hand on enemy lines.
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?
Would you like to greet students or visitors in nsyilxcən? Would you like to master some basic vocabulary, and gain a deeper understanding of syilx culture and connection to place? This workshop will give participants a start on pronunciation, greetings and language meaning. This class is for everyone, regardless of heritage.
