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!
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!
An all-new exit room experience! Save the world from the mad scientist Dr. Mann E. Quinn, who is plotting to raise a mannequin army, by solving clues around the Okanagan Military Museum. You have 1 hour... to save the world.
Hear gripping stories of terror and courage during our Guided Tour of Duty: Cold Steel program at the Okanagan Military Museum!
This guided tour will take a closer look at the bayonet, a universal weapon steeped in both history and mythology. You will discover why Canadian soldiers are still trained in their use, how bayonets have been used in recent war efforts, and how this piece of cold steel has impacted conflict
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!
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!
The Okanagan is incredibly biodiverse, and the syilx/Okanagan people have deep knowledge of how to use the different plant species for food, medicine, shelter, even natural deodorant! Put on your walking shoes and join us for this always popular outdoor event.
An all-new exit room experience! Save the world from the mad scientist Dr. Mann E. Quinn, who is plotting to raise a mannequin army, by solving clues around the Okanagan Military Museum. You have 1 hour... to save the world.
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!
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!
This event is IN-PERSON and will take place in the Laurel Square, the outdoor space to the south of the Laurel Packinghouse. Participants will learn about plants and medicine, sample wild tea, and make their own blend to take home. Plant samples have been respectfully collected on the land by syilx Knowledge Carriers.
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.
