Limited Edition

2026 MAV/OHS Calendar

CAD $20.00

The Museum & Archives of Vernon (MAV) and the Vernon Branch of the Okanagan Historical Society (OHS) are excited to announce their collaboration on the 2026 “Together In Sports” calendar. Featuring archival images of local sports advocates and athletes.

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Greater Vernon Museum and Archives
3009 32 Ave Vernon BC

Featured Exhibits

Votes Voices Victory Exhibit Museum & Archives of Vernon

Votes, Voices, Victory!

The Lasting Legacy of Women’s Suffrage in the Okanagan

Permanent Exhibits

In addition to feature, traveling, and pop-up exhibits, the MAV has a series of old favourites.

Upcoming & Ongoing Events

School Programs

The Museum & Archives of Vernon is pleased to offer self-guided programming developed to align with the BC Curriculum.

Ways of Water: Stories of the Grey Canal

The Grey Canal transformed land use and settlement in the North Okanagan. Learn about the early development and the evolution of the Grey Canal from those who experienced it first-hand.

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A History of Dellview Hospital

Dellview Hospital operated as a special care facility providing long-term care for older adults.

Eva Drew: Milliner and Business Owner

By 1911, Drew had opened her own millinery shop, located just a few doors down from the Bank of Montreal on 30th Avenue.

Trees, Trains, and Tradition: Vernon’s Christmas Tree Industry

In the early 1930s, a new seasonal industry began to take shape in the North Okanagan and Shuswap regions.

The Day the Vernon Lodge Tigers Survived a Plane Crash

On September 7, 1976, the Vernon Lodge Tigers’ triumphant plane journey from Winnipeg took an unexpected and dramatic turn.

From Cabin Corners to Rail Lines: The Early Years of Vernon’s Post Office

The development of postal service in Vernon was anything but straightforward.

The First Decades of Theatre in Vernon

One of the first major productions at the new Empress Theatre was The Geisha, staged by the Vernon Musical and Dramatic Society.

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Visitor Information

The Museum and Archives of Vernon aims to create community connection through exceptional, engaging experiences with Greater Vernon’s authentic and diverse past.

Archives

The Greater Vernon Archives has the distinction of being among the most respected research facilities in the province.

Group Bookings

The Museum and Archives of Vernon has undergone transformative changes, and we’re excited to welcome you back into our new, revived exhibit space!

Support the Museum

Your generous support helps us preserve and share the rich history of Greater Vernon. Donations enable us to maintain exhibits, develop educational programs, and continue our community outreach. Every contribution, big or small, makes a significant impact. Thank you for supporting our mission to keep history alive!