Spend the evening with Tim Martin, the Last Representative of Canada in Kandahar, as he discusses his book Unwinnable Peace: Untold Stories of Canada's Mission in Afghanistan, in which he recounts the personal and professional challenges faced by individuals deeply committed to securing and rebuilding Kandahar province.
Did you know Dinosaurs (Dienos Sauros) is based from Greek, meaning ‘Terrible Lizard’? If so…this event is for you!
Come explore our Dinosaur of BC exhibit while testing your dinosaur facts with our trivia challenge.
For the little dinosaur lovers in your family. Kelowna Museums introduces drop in Sundays with Dinosaur themed games, crafts or talks on the wonderful world of Dinosaurs in BC. Each week will be a different activity. It would be T-reffic to see you!
Join us for the "Best of the Buried," a greatest hits tour! This one-hour tour condenses the most captivating stories from our cemetery tour series into a single experience. Wander the grounds of the Pioneer Cemetery and uncover the tales of Kelowna's most intriguing residents, both in life and in death. Discover the legacy of the men and women who shaped our community and connect with the rich history that lies beneath our very own feet.
Dinosaurs were HOW BIG? Using real paleontology equipment and fossil exploration, we will imagine a land filled with dinosaurs. Then tag along as we give you a mini tour of our Dinosaurs of BC exhibit. It’s going to be Roar-some!
Historical newspapers are full of fascinating things; headlines, stories, the gossip column and even advertisements!
Eighty years ago, on August 31, 1944, the British Columbia Dragoons executed a daring tank charge, capturing Point 204, the heart of the formidable German Gothic Line in Italy. This pivotal victory, part of a larger three-day offensive by the 1st Canadian Corps, shattered a defensive line expected to hold for six months. Although the […]
Continue your journey with the nsyilxcen language and gain a deeper understanding of syilx culture. Through a series of dynamic classes, students with a beginner understanding of nsyilxcen will engage with each other and their instructor as they continue their learning. This class is presented in partnership with Wildrose Native Traditions and is for everyone, regardless of heritage.
What does it mean to be a syilx ally? How do you understand the local Indigenous culture and perspective? Why does it matter?
Stroll from the Laurel Packinghouse to the Rotary Marsh with syilx knowledge carriers as they teach about traditional plant use.
Stroll from the Laurel Packinghouse to the Rotary Marsh with syilx knowledge carriers as they teach about traditional plant use.
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.
