Museums, Heritage Sites, Cultural Centres

Come face to face with the fascinating stories, legends and myths of British Columbia’s Aboriginal peoples through educational and unique interpretive exhibits and activities. Step into the past at these modern facilities and explore traditions and a spiritual, sacred way of life that still thrives today.

Museum of Northern BC

The magnificent Northwest Coast longhouse overlooking Prince Rupert Harbour is home to the Museum of Northern BC. Internationally known for its exceptional collection and the quality of its ...

Xwisten Experience Tours

Visitors will be guided along the traditional fishing grounds of the St’at’imc People. The fishing grounds are still used by many members today and are managed by the Xwisten (Bridge ...

Klahowya Village in Stanley Park

The Klahowya Village in Stanley Park is an authentic Aboriginal cultural experience like no other you’ve ever seen. Ride the Spirit Catcher miniature train and discover the Legend of the Spirit ...

Secwepemc Museum and Heritage Park

Visit and view the attractive museum exhibits, which incorporate the oral history and legends of the Secwepemc People along with historical photographs, illustrations and artifacts. Visit the ...

Quw’utsun’ Cultural and Conference Centre

The Cowichan Band-owned Quw’utsun’ centre is scenically situated on six acres of landscaped pasture land along the Cowichan River. Guests are invited to learn about the culture and heritage of ...

Xat’sull Heritage Village

The Xat’sull community invites you to visit and experience our spiritual, cultural and traditional way of life in an inclusive learning atmosphere. Xat’sull Heritage Village provides an ...

Nuyumbalees Cultural Centre Society

Discover the fascinating treasures of the Kwakwaka’wakw people at the Nuyumbalees Cultural Centre. It houses headdresses, masks, basketry, a three-story totem and more photographs dating from the ...

‘Ksan Historical Village and Museum

‘Ksan is a cultural interpretive centre approximately 180 miles east of Prince Rupert, dedicated to demonstrating and showcasing the richness of Gitxsan culture and heritage. 180 miles east ...

Tuckkwiowhum Heritage Interpretive Village & Restaurant

Our hosts will greet you at the village gates and guide your group through the village site as they share their knowledge of the history and culture of the Nlaka’pamux (Thompson) people ...

Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre

The Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre, in Whistler, showcases the art and heritage of the Squamish and Lil’wat aboriginal people. The Centre features a museum, modern gallery, craft ...

Nk’Mip Desert Cultural Centre

Discover the fascinating stories of Canada’s only desert and share in the rich living culture of the Okanagan First Nations people during an experience focusing on the the unique aspects of their ...

Musqueam Cultural Centre

This signature building is at the heart of the community and serves as a cultural and learning resource centre and from the rear overlooks the foreshore lands and the Fraser River. Since time ...

I-HOS Gallery

I-Hos Gallery presents a collection of traditional and contemporary Northwest coast artwork, including masks, prints, gold and silver jewelry, wood carvings and more produced by First Nations ...

Haida Heritage Centre at Kay Llnagaay

Located on the ancient seaside village site, this award-winning Aboriginal cultural tourism oceanfront complex attracts visitors to join in celebrating the unique culture, art and history of the ...