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Parksville museum

PARKSVILLE MUSEUM

Bringing History To Life

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EXPLORE OUR EXHIBITS

Discover the fascinating history of our community at the Parksville Museum! Journey back in time as you visit our many heritage buildings, and imagine what life was like for Parksville’s first settlers. Explore our engaging, hands-on exhibits, and delight in the stories that shaped our community. Learn about traditional crafts, like blacksmithing and canoe building. There is something for everyone to enjoy at the Parksville Museum!


Visit our museum and discover Parksville’s fascinating history!
 

UPCOMING EVENTS


Trick or Treat @ Parksville Museum

 

Autumn Lineup

 

MORE INFO TO FOLLOW

Trick or treaters can go door to door in Parksville Museum’s decorated and lit-up village. Come costumed for goodies, activities, live music, and most importantly: candy. Let spookiness ensue! Family Friendly, Free Admission, Open to the Public.


Parking in museum/visitor centre parking lot, along NW Bay Road, and in the gravel lot next to Serious Coffee. 

Date: October 26, 2024
Time: 5:00-8:00 PM
Admission: FREE


Caroling @ Parksville Museum

 

Winter Lineup

 

Sing-Along to Classic Christmas Carols lead by local choral director, Patricia Plumley, inside Parksville's old Knox Heritage Church on the grounds of Parksville Museum. Stay warm inside our heated chapel, enjoy our brand new pew cushions, and cuddle up with blankets as you take part in this classic holiday tradition. 
 

Parking in museum/visitor centre parking lot, along NW Bay Road, and in the gravel lot next to Serious Coffee. 

Date: December 20, 2024
Time: 6:00 & 7:00 PM
Admission: by donation

VIDEO HISTORY

Discover the history of Parksville, Errington, Coombs and Nanoose Bay as the descendants of the early pioneers share their stories and memories.

FACILITY RENTALS

Rentals Are Available Year-Round

Host an event at the Parksville Museum! We have facilities to accommodate a variety of community and family events, including weddings, meetings, markets, workshops and more. From the functional setting of the Heritage Room to the rustic charm of the Knox Heritage Church, we have a space for you!

 

ARCHIVES

The Treasure Trove

The Archives is a treasure trove of historical information about Parksville, Nanoose Bay, Coombs, Errington, French Creek, Hilliers and Lasqueti Island. Whether you are looking for historical photographs (we have over 6,000!), maps, charts, newspapers or general information about pioneer families, our professional volunteer archivists can help you!
 

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BECOME A FRIEND

It takes a community to build a museum!

Your generous financial support helps make the Parksville Museum a vibrant part of our community, and allows us to continue offering family-friendly events, programming and exhibits.