20th century

Like many cultural institutions, the Museum & Archives of Vernon (MAV) occupies a complex position…

At the turn of the 20th century, the Scherba family left Ukraine in search of…

With students heading back to school, it’s a perfect opportunity to look back at one…

In honour of the Vernon Jazz Club's 25th Anniversary Season, we are pleased to bring…

On August 27, 2024, the Blue Stream Motel on Vernon’s Highway 97 was severely damaged…

The Vernon Courthouse has served as a reliable landmark for both residents and newcomers for…

Thanks to the dedicated work of our waste collectors, we are able to enjoy clear…

In the summer of 1911, a meat shop called P. Burns & Co. Meat Merchants…

For today’s dose of lighthearted history, step back in time to the year 1975 and…

Bulman’s LTD achieved wide-spread success over its fifty-year reign and quickly kindled affection among locals.

Throughout its history, Vernon has maintained a relationship with dogs marked by both regulation and…

Thank you to guest columnist Jenna Kiesman, Hall Manager for the Okanagan Landing & District…

In 1924, the Okanagan Valley welcomed a new breed of cattle, thanks to Captain James…

One of the Okanagan’s most captivating singers is undoubtedly the western meadowlark, known for its…

During the early hours of April 15, 1912, the Titanic descended into the depths of…

This article is part of the Vernon Archives’ “Roots of Green: Unearthing Horticultural History” series.…

The Vernon Museum houses an ensemble steeped in ceremonial significance within its artifact collection. The…

How does the growth of an archival collection progress with time? While the specifics vary…