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.
Upcoming & Ongoing Events
August 23, 2025
Speaker Series with Bob O’Donnell “The Fossil Guy”
The Vernon Museum and the Vernon Branch of the OHS are excited to welcome “The Fossil Guy” to the Hometown Histories Speaker Series.
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.
August 2, 2025
Vernon’s First Dentists and the Path to Safer Dentistry
Before dentists set up offices in Vernon, toothaches were serious business—and sometimes, deadly.
July 25, 2025
Camping Through the Ages
Camping has been a beloved summer tradition for generations, but it looked quite different over a century ago.
July 19, 2025
A Taste of Summer Past and Present
Summer in the Okanagan brings sunshine, long days, and a craving for ice cream.
July 12, 2025
The Vernon Girls Trumpet Band: A Legacy of Music and Determination
Established in 1947, the Vernon Girls Trumpet Band soon became a familiar presence at community events.
July 5, 2025
The Story of the McIntosh Girls’ Pipe Band
By the summer of 1948, the McIntosh Girls’ Pipe Band had become a valued part of the community.
June 28, 2025
Community Involvement and the Creation of Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park
Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park stands as a remarkable example of cooperative land-use transition.
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!