Vancouver
Museums – Vancouver has a reputation
for being a city rich in history and culture, and
this is made most evident in the quantity and quality
of museums and galleries within Vancouver city. These
museums do not only feature local historical artifacts
but also those that are found worldwide, catering
to Vancouver's multicultural population. These museums
are definitely worth a visit if you have the time
as there is something for everyone, because these
museums have themes that range from science to sports.
Vancouver Museums are generally open
10:00 am to 5:00 pm, including Saturday and Sunday.
Most are open one evening during the week as well.
The Vancouver Maritime Museum is
one of the major maritime museums in the North American
West Coast. The museum has several year-round events
and special tours.
Address: 1905 Ogden Point, Cypress St. Tel No: (604)
257-8300
The Museum of Anthropology
is located in the University of British Columbia.
It is home to aboriginal Pacific Northwest artwork,
as well as ancient art from around the world. It has
a ceramics wing that houses European pieces from the
15th to the 19th century.
Address: 6393 N.W. Marine Drive. Tel No: (604) 822-3825
Science World Vancouver is a creatively
designed dome that focuses on exhibits related to
science and technology. The exhibits are interactive,
which are appreciated by kids and adults alike.
Address: 1455 Quebec St. Tel No: (604) 268-6363
BC Sports Hall of Fame and Museum
contains the most extensive sports memorabilia in
Vancouver. It is recommended that sports fans pay
a visit to view their exhibits. The highlight of this
museum is that there are interactive galleries that
give tourists a more hands-on experience of local
sports.
Address: BC Place Stadium, 777 Pacific Blvd. Tel No:
(604) 687-5523
The Vancouver Police Centennial Museum
has a collection of around 10,000 artifacts that are
related to the history of policing in Vancouver. Those
who are interested in criminology will find this museum
intriguing and fascinating because of the several
exhibits. The museum has a gallery of rare and confiscated
weapons, a coroner's forensic exhibit, and a display
of counterfeit currency examinations. Address: 240
E. Cordova St. Tel No: (604) 665-3346
The Vancouver Museum Canada houses
permanent exhibits that focus on local art and history.
Address: 1100 Chestnut St. Tel No: (604) 736-4431
