Burnaby Village Museum  
Where History Comes to Life

Closed for the season - but do check out our special seasonal events Click Here for more information.

 

This year marks 50 years since the Burnaby Village Museum  opened to the public for its first full year in 1972. We will celebrate this momentous occasion with new exhibits, entertainment and activities. Come visit and enjoy an immersive experience of the 1920s village comprising heritage and recreated buildings

The thrilling new additions include:

We are 50: Explore the Unexpected – this new exhibit will showcase objects rarely seen by the public before.

Kids Conservation Lab – Go behind-the-scenes and learn what it takes to be a museum Conservator in this interactive exhibit.

Anniversary Arches – Life-sized arch installations will showcase the Museum’s evolving role in the community through the eyes of local artists. 

Scavenger Hunt – Pickup your scavenger hunt at the gates and explore conservation projects of all sizes throughout the Museum

View through time – Discover the history of the Museum’s buildings through photographs and anniversary banners.

Explore the carousel gallery and discover the history behind this 100+ year old treasure of the fairgrounds.

Museum memory book craft – Design your own keepsake memory book of your visit to the Museum.

Walking Tours – Register and take part in our walking tour hosted by our Museum Interpreters as they teach you about the costumes, “Hollywood Burnaby”, and the Museum’s history.  First tour 1pm.

Visit our website for more information on what you can expect this season at BurnabyVillageMuseum.ca

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Directions

  • Take exit 33 from Hwy 1 to Canada Way, left on Canada Way, right on Deer Lake Ave
  • Transit: Bus 144,123 or 129

 


Hours and Dates of Operation

 Spring Break

March 15-March 26

Open daily 11am-4:30pm

Summer

May 7 – September 5

11am-4:30pm

Tuesday to Sunday plus Statutory holidays.

Heritage Christmas

Dates and times TBD

Calendar of Events


Contact

Phone: 604.297.4565
Website: BurnabyVillageMuseum.ca
Email: bvm@burnaby.ca
Address: 6501 Deer Lake Avenue, Burnaby, BC V5G 3T6

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