Powell River Museums

Explore our history with our wonderful museums

Historical Museum and Archives
Powell River Forestry Museum
Powell River's Townsite - Townsite Heritage Society
Texada Island Museum

Historial Museum & Archives Assoc.

The Museum was incorporated in 1967.

Its collection mandate covers the areas between Jervis Inlet and Desolation Sound, including the islands of Texada, Harwood and Savary.

The Museum hosts visitors from around the world and home. Guided tours are happily given and are included in the admission. Exciting Treasure Hunts for children are available, as well as some hands on exhibits.

The Museum's displays showcase Powell River's history.
You will find a First Nations display highlighting the fabulous baskets still crafted by the Sliammon. Wander around and learn how the dream of three men from Minnesota resulted in the town and the first pulp and paper mill in Western Canada. See the collection of old carpentry tools and logging equipment. Learn about "Billy Goat" Smith, Powell River's hermit, and see our version of his cabin. Linger with the albums of historic photos. Learn about Lt. Col. John MacGregor, V.C., first Canadian over Vimy Ridge in World War I.

Our Archives are extensive and more and more information is being entered into a data base every month.

Researchers may contact us by email: museum@aisl.bc.ca

We are open year around.

Summer Hours: June 15 - August 31, 7 days, 9-5	Winter Hours: Sept 1 - June 14, 5 days, 9-5
Closed Public Holidays.

Reasonable rates of admission. Lower floor is wheelchair accessible. Visitors are also welcome to the Arts & Artifacts Gallery which hosts works of local artists. The shows are changed monthly.

Allow us please, to share with you, our community's memories.

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