Permanent Exhibits

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

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

Contrast the stern and stately nature of a full-sized 1910 Minty Coach, with the humble and serene beauty of a Secwépemc dug-out canoe. Take in the sights and sounds of an old, full-sized post-office clock, and then meander down a boardwalk that takes you back to Vernon in its earliest days. Peer into a 1930s house (and keep an eye out for some objects out of place). Pause to reflect in our Indigenous Circle, which honours the Ancestral and Unceded syilx Territory upon which the museum is located. Explore our hands-on Natural History area, which allows visitors of all ages to get up close and personal with a variety of plants and animals.

We have something for everyone!

Featured Exhibits

Permanent Exhibits

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

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.

Vernon Serves

Remembering the men & women who have served Canada in war & peace.

Our Living Languages: First Peoples’ Voices in BC

Provides visitors with the opportunity to learn more about the history of disrupted languages in BC, the complexity of these languages, and the people–and entire communities–that are working tirelessly to document and revitalize them.

Pandemic – A Short History

A history of community outbreaks, epidemics, & pandemics in the North Okanagan.

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!