EXHIBITS AND ACTIVITIES – Summer 2010

The Vancouver Maritime Museum is located at 1905 Ogden Avenue in Vanier Park. To purchase tickets to Museum events, call 604 257-8300.

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COMING THIS SUMMER!

SS Master will soon be arriving at Heritage Harbour for the summer. Here is some information about a recent drydocking at Allied Shipbuilders.

July 31 to August 2 - Ex-Forest Service Vessels Rendezvous in Heritage Harbour
Wander down to the Museum’s Heritage Harbour to see a display of ex-forest service vessels. At one time, these wooden vessels were a common site on the coastal waterways of our province delivering supplies and people to remote coastal logging camps. Officially retired from service, the vessels have been painstakingly and lovingly restored by their owners.

Explore Sundays – noon to 4 pm
Explore Sundays are an opportunity to take part in a special guided visit of a unique part of the Museum not normally open to the public. The Museum offers two different Explore Sunday tours – a guided tour of the engine room and main hold of RCMP Arctic Schooner St Roch and an opportunity to peek inside the submersible Ben Franklin and learn about its important mission to study the Gulf Stream and its connection to manned space flight. Tours are offered from noon to 4 pm and are included with admission to the Museum.

1. St Roch engine room tours will be offered on August 22
2. Submersible Ben Franklin programs will be offered on August 15
   

August 2 - BC Day Activities - Free for Kids!
Celebrate British Columbia Day at the Maritime Museum. We will offer free family crafts throughout the day. Consider planning to spend the afternoon in Vanier Park - bring a picnic, visit the Museum and spend some time on board the ex- forest service vessels moored in Heritage Harbour. We are pleased to offer free admission for children under 18 when accompanied by a paid adult.

Underwater Archaeological Society of BC - Underwater Explorers Series at Maritime Museum
UASBC’s Underwater Explorations Speaker series are held on the last Wednesday of each month (except July and August) at 7:30 pm at the Vancouver Maritime Museum. Everyone is welcome, admission is by donation and seating is limited. Check out their website at www.uasbc.com for full schedule of presentations.

FEATURE EXHIBIT

We Stand On Guard For Thee: An exhibition to commemorate the Canadian Navy Centennial

A phrase from our national anthem captures the essence of this new feature exhibition for the Vancouver Maritime Museum. The Canadian Navy is 100 years old this year and the Museum is pleased to be able to honour and recognize this significant anniversary.

The exhibit features the work of maritime artist, John Horton, CSMA, FCA who has been painting naval history for years. Horton has gathered together 34 images that tell very special stories about the service so close to his heart. The exhibit also features artifacts and other important Navy paintings from the Museum’s collection.

We Stand On Guard For Thee is a must see exhibit for historians, for people wishing to support our valued men and women in today’s Navy and for those interested in marine art that really tells a story.

THINGS FOR YOU TO CONSIDER!

Museum Membership – makes a great gift!
Membership brings great benefits – free admission at all times, annual parking pass, member events and pricing, free use of the Museum’s library, Maritime Store discount and reciprocal admission to Victoria’s Maritime Museum of BC and the Wooden Boat Foundation in Port Townsend. For information about membership call 604 257-8305 or email membership@vancouvermaritimemuseum.com

Overnight Adventures- Discover What Goes on at the Museum After Dark
Spend the night as an explorer, underwater archaeologist or Mountie sailor. Our most popular programs are offered to groups during this unique overnight experience. Cost of $45 per person includes programming materials, snacks and a light breakfast. Adult supervision is required (1 adult admitted free per 4 students). Additional adults cost $45 each. Overnight programs run from 8.30 pm to 9 am. Minimum group size is 15. For more information call 604 257-8308 or email programs@vancouvermaritimemuseum.com

Themed Birthday Parties
You bring the kids, we provide the fun! Bring your young mariners to the Museum for an adventure-filled birthday party! Kids aged 4 to 8 choose either a pirate or tugboat birthday party. Parties include a two-hour, guided program. Minimum charge (up to 10 children and 3 adults). Member $205 and non-members $225 plus GST. Additional children (up to a maximum of 15) - members $20.50 and non-members $22.50 per child. Call 604 257-8310, operations@vancouvermaritimemuseum.com

Consider the Museum For Your Next Event!
Consider us for your next special event, seminar, reception or dinner. Our unique venue by the sea is perfect and a great location to view the city lights. Meeting rooms, outside terrace and gallery spaces are available and the J Torben Karlshoej Gallery is the perfect location for your next get together. Our staff will work with your caterers ensuring a successful event. Call 604 257-8310 or email operations@vancouvermaritimemuseum.com

Give us a call
The Maritime Museum is Canada's principal maritime museum on the Pacific, located in the heart of Canada's greatest ports at the gateway to the Pacific Rim. Join us as we work to bring our treasures out of storage, tells stories we have not yet told and continue to offer quality education and a great experience. For information on how you can help, email info@vancouvermaritimemuseum.com

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