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Men and Morale: Canadian Army Training at Vernon Military Camp, 1939-1946

Okanagan Military Museum 1424 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

During the Second World War, the Vernon Military Camp was the most important army training facility in the interior of British Columbia. Thousands of Canadian citizens became soldiers in
Vernon between 1939 and 1946. Not only was the Vernon camp a basic training centre, but also
a detention centre, an army headquarters, a military hospital, and a specialized battle drill school.

By donation
Event Series syilx Spotlight: Salmon and Streams

syilx Spotlight: Salmon and Streams

Okanagan Heritage Museum 470 Queensway Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

Experience the syilx Spotlight at the Okanagan Heritage Museum. Join Alana, our Indigenous Programming Assistant, on Sunday afternoons for a fascinating, hands-on look at syilx (Okanagan) culture and traditions. Get an up-close look at objects from our collection and take part in a hands-on activity or experience!

By donation
Event Series Lake Tales: A Walking Tour

Lake Tales: A Walking Tour

Okanagan Heritage Museum 470 Queensway Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

Is Okanagan Lake a good home for Ogopogo? You decide as we explore the geology, the syilx connection to n̓x̌a?x̌?itkw, and our changing use of the lake. This outdoor walking tour is approximately 1.5km.

$10
Event Series Tombstone Tours: A Potpourri of Stories

Tombstone Tours: A Potpourri of Stories

Kelowna Memorial Park Cemetery 1991 Bernard Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

Kelowna's largest historical site, the Pioneer Cemetery, is full of stories. Led by historian Bob Hayes, you will encounter forgotten neighbourhoods, teacher's corner, mighty pioneer women, and the occasional wildlife spotting in this beautiful setting. Each week is different, so keep coming back!

$10
Event Series The 9 Bottles Tour

The 9 Bottles Tour

The Okanagan Wine and Orchard Museum 1304 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

Join us at the newly reopened and reimagined Okanagan Wine & Orchard Museum to uncover the stories behind the bottles. This 45-minute guided tour is offered by donation with no registration necessary - just drop in and join the fun!

By donation
Event Series The 9 Bottles Tour

The 9 Bottles Tour

The Okanagan Wine and Orchard Museum 1304 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

Join us at the newly reopened and reimagined Okanagan Wine & Orchard Museum to uncover the stories behind the bottles. This 45-minute guided tour is offered by donation with no registration necessary - just drop in and join the fun!

By donation
Event Series Guided Tours of Duty: Jack and Pals

Guided Tours of Duty: Jack and Pals

Okanagan Military Museum 1424 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

Can a photograph foretell the future of the people in it?

Join us for this special guided tour and hear the story of Jack McMillan and his pals from their service in the Kelowna Volunteer Fire Brigade to the battlefields of France and back again. Where did they go? What did they do? Join us and find out!

By donation
Event Series syilx Spotlight: Salmon and Streams

syilx Spotlight: Salmon and Streams

Okanagan Heritage Museum 470 Queensway Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

Experience the syilx Spotlight at the Okanagan Heritage Museum. Join Alana, our Indigenous Programming Assistant, on Sunday afternoons for a fascinating, hands-on look at syilx (Okanagan) culture and traditions. Get an up-close look at objects from our collection and take part in a hands-on activity or experience!

By donation
Event Series Lake Tales: A Walking Tour

Lake Tales: A Walking Tour

Okanagan Heritage Museum 470 Queensway Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

Is Okanagan Lake a good home for Ogopogo? You decide as we explore the geology, the syilx connection to n̓x̌a?x̌?itkw, and our changing use of the lake. This outdoor walking tour is approximately 1.5km.

$10
Event Series The 9 Bottles Tour

The 9 Bottles Tour

The Okanagan Wine and Orchard Museum 1304 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

Join us at the newly reopened and reimagined Okanagan Wine & Orchard Museum to uncover the stories behind the bottles. This 45-minute guided tour is offered by donation with no registration necessary - just drop in and join the fun!

By donation