• Papermaking Aug 7th

    Drop by to create some unique handmade paper in less than 30 minutes! Bring flower petals, or dried leaves to add a flourish. Make sure you have time to return to pick up your paper in a few hours or the following day. To pay visit our website's giftshop or Read more

    $10
  • Archaeology Day

    Unearth artifacts from a simulated archaeological excavation! Learn about archaeology and material culture with a hands-on experience at the museum. To pay visit the website's giftshop or the museum in person.

    $7.00
  • Ghost Scavenger Hunt at the Museum

    Pick up a scavenger hunt from the front desk and see if you can find all the ghosts in the museum exhibits.

  • Drum Making

    Make a beautiful hide drum at this workshop led by Ivan Rosypskye, who will also share teachings of the drum and talk about culture.

    $400.00
  • Gingerbread Man Scavenger Hunt

    During our regular opening times, pick up a scavenger hunt from the front desk and see if you can find all the gingerbread men.

  • Night at the Museum

    Enjoy extended open hours at the Museum.

    Free
  • Guest Speaker: Archaeology of The Island in the Middle of Everywhere

    Powell River Public Library, First Credit Union Community Room 100-6975 Alberni Street, Powell River, BC, Canada

    Archaeologist Dana Lepofsky from SFU will discuss the xʷɛʔɛt̓ay/Lasqueti Archaeology Project (XLAP): Honoring and Protecting Indigenous Heritage in the Salish Sea. Come to the Museum between October 3, 2025 - January 4, 2026 to see the correspondign travelling exhibit The Island in the Middle of Everywhere.

    Free
  • Valentine’s Drop-In

    Drop in for a Valentine’s-themed scavenger hunt and make your own Valentine’s Day cards. Free with admission by donation February 3 - 7 & 11 -14 | during regular museum hours Ages: 4-10

  • BC Heritage Week

    Town wide scavenger hunt In collaboration with Townsite Heritage Family friendly Cost: Free / By Donation Feb 18 - 21 | during regular Museum hours