Welcome to the Vernon Museum
Explore the vibrant history and culture of Greater Vernon through engaging exhibits, educational programs, and special events. Our museum offers a unique journey into the past, showcasing the stories and artifacts that shaped our community. Visit us and uncover the rich heritage that makes Vernon so unique.
Featured Exhibits
Permanent exhibit
Permanent Exhibits
In addition to feature, traveling, and pop-up exhibits, the MAV has a series of old favourites.
Pop-up exhibit
Gameboard Chronicles: A Voyage into Board Game History
Dive into the rich tapestry of board game history, unraveling the stories behind timeless classics and forgotten gems.
September 21, 2024
End of Summer Party!
September 21 is the final day of Summer and the Downtown Vernon Association wants to wave goodbye, with a carnival atmosphere.
September 21 – 22, 2024
4th Annual BX Farm Tour
We have partnered with the North Okanagan Land to Table Network to help showcase the food, farms, and vibrant scenery of Vernon’s BX Region!
September 21 – October 5, 2024
BC Culture Days Events
Join us for three special BC Culture Days events.
Ongoing
School Programs
The Museum & Archives of Vernon is pleased to offer self-guided programming developed to align with the BC Curriculum.
Ongoing
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.
September 15, 2024
The Scherba Family
At the turn of the 20th century, the Scherba family left Ukraine in search of a new beginning in Canada.
September 7, 2024
Mason Street School
With students heading back to school, it’s a perfect opportunity to look back at one of Vernon’s lesser-known schools—Mason Street School.
September 5, 2024
The Vernon Jazz Club
In honour of the Vernon Jazz Club’s 25th Anniversary Season, we are pleased to bring back this blog post first released in 2020.
August 31, 2024
The Blue Stream Motel
On August 27, 2024, the Blue Stream Motel on Vernon’s Highway 97 was severely damaged by a fire, displacing residents and leading to traffic diversions.
August 24, 2024
Brick and Wood: The Passage of Time Incarnate
The Vernon Courthouse has served as a reliable landmark for both residents and newcomers for over a century. This grand building is not, however, the first of its kind in our community — it is the second.
August 16, 2024
Small but Mighty: Vernon’s First Waste Collectors
Thanks to the dedicated work of our waste collectors, we are able to enjoy clear streets and fresh homes, and many of us often depend on their work without really sparing it a second thought.
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!