Reviews of Museum At Campbell River (Architect)

Brian Graham

This is "the little museum that could"… The cost of admission should keep you amused for at least an hour with displays covering local native history, logging, fishing, pioneer life and some fantastic short films in a small scaled down movie theatre. The exhibits are reflective of the area and are well presented and the staff are unobtrusive and yet helpful. Plenty of free parking and not too hard to find.

Mars Bar

Reminded me of a scaled down version of the Royal British Museum in Victoria. Nicely done

Chris Lewis

Interesting to get an understanding of cr early days and really enjoyed film about ripple rock

Stine Dahlfelt

Exciting to see the movie about how they blew a "hole" in the river. Very nice and authentic exhibition.

Jessica Pitstra

Very well done small city museum. They have some amazing and creative displays. Doesn't take long to go through but definitely worth a look.

Rob Hammerling

Fantastic place. Lady at the front counter with name starting with Lo went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. She has a gift. Place was well organized and informative. Will be back.

k k

Finally went to.the Museum and I recommend all locals to go check it out. It happened to be National Museum Day and they were doing tours of the archives and storage downstairs. All the exhibits were beautifully done and the special exhibit waa about Anne Haig Brown. There was a virtual tour of the house were they resided. .It was extremely realistic and interesting to walk around and look at the rooms as they were at the time. The gift shop was also well stocked with lots of choices at reasonable prices.

MaryAnn Hernandez

This is one of the best museums for learning about indigenous people in North America. It is amazing that a town the size of Campbell River would have such an outstanding collection of artifacts. Some were on loan from Royal British Columbia Museum in Victoria. My only complaint is that it was very dark- low lighting which made it difficult for one of the people in our party who is visually impaired. We spent close to 3 hours here. So much to read and learn.

Braedon Van Gorkom

This is truely an amazing museum for such a small town. Passionate staff, quality artifacts, and plenty of interesting and interactive exhibits. I would highly recomend this place to anyone visiting Campbell.

Owen Cook

Beautiful museum space with a great selection of exhibits. Excellent value at $8. Will be sure to visit again.

KD Pirahna

Surprisingly one of the most interesting museums I have been too. I liked it more than the museum in Victoria.

Jegook Lee

Interesting!

Julian Worker

What a wonderful museum this is with its array of exhibits pertaining to the locality. There is something for everyone both inside and outside. The First Nations treasures are still used by the local band at special events. Do not miss the Japanese gate across the road by the sea. The interiors of the log cabin and of the Willows Hotel are both excellent.

adam guthridge

A MUST DO WHEN VISITING CAMPBELL RIVER AND VANCOUVER ISLAND!!! It gives a great insight into the history of the region and covers all the things that make it great. The native history is very special along with the logging and fishing industry.

Zak Toews

Fantastic for a small town museum. Great exhibits. Nice diversity. Something for everyone

J C

8$ admissions fee，not many visitors which is great for the current time. Always good to check the local museum .

Fraser Porter

Unbelievable! Incredible! Fantastic visit. Will be back.

Sharon Farmer

They house. Frist Nation artifacts and priceless items..And charge First Nations entrance fees..offer no tax off in their stores.What They do have is worth the time to go and see..No pictures are permitted in the Nations section..

Andrew Cripps

This is a museum not to miss. The First Nations masks are outstanding and the displays help paint a picture of the richness of the culture and the industry of the settlers. There’s a recreation of the lobby of the first hotel - Willows Hotel, and the logging and fishing exhibits have lots of photos and good explanations.

Lynette Meek

Great museum! The exhibits are varied and well interpreted. This museum prides itself on being an active part of the community and that can be seen in the varied activities they put on! We took our grandson to the model train exhibition last weekend and he was thrilled!

Steve Sakamoto

The museum is wonderfully curated - tons of local treasures, and featuring a breathtaking array of First Nations artifacts and art. There's a poignant but factually-presented section focused on the residential schools, and Canada's incredibly dark history. It's an important story to tell, but it wasn't the only story highlighted; the theatre featured a beautifully narrated traditional story, accented by a gorgeous collection of masks. Definitely a must-see, particularly considering the low admission price. At that price, even just enjoying the air conditioning would have been worth it, but really - the museum is an absolute gem.

Rocco Bellosta

Very interesting place to learn about local history!

Tom Luszcz

So much to see and learn about. The hosts were excellent and very polite!

Jennifer Ivan

Wow! Lived in courtenay for 6 years and just had my first visit, I was missing out! It's not a giant or a tiny museum. Good sized and the exhibits are very professionally done. Big museum quality, little museum love. Really amazing and will go again

Lorenzo Federico

Very immersing displays.

From Summit to Sea

So much to see. The write ups are mostly from a personal perspective but also they have facts, which makes it much easier to read and remember. The displays are well thought out. Although I did find the lighting was kinda dark, but it hasn't stopped me from returning. Also locals are free ( donations are welcomed).

Carline Calado

Fantastic museum for a small town! We were visiting Campbell River and looking for something to do, this was a great place to go! Very friendly staff, a well planned museum design and great information. Beautiful native masks with a great story. We took 4 kids (under 5) and they were entertained!

David Cliffe

Went for a walk through tour of history. Great staff and lots to talk about.

Thomas Robson

Well designed and informative exhibits make for a pleasant visit. Provides great insight into the history of Vancouver Island.

Vladislav Potapov

Very interesting place for people, who loves history of past ???? and history of first nation ????. Recommend...

Tchadas Leo

Amazing museum and friendly staff. A beautiful must see museum.

Valerie Cheston

We stopped in here with some friends, there is so much to see. I love looking at the first nations displays and learnt a lot while there about the local history as well. we watched the little documentary they show and of course spent money in the gift shop which is stocked with all sorts of things. A MUST SEE

John Silvester

Fascinating insight into the history of the area. Very well curated, excellent exhibits. Worth at least 2 hours of your time, especially when it's raining.

Nanette Goodfellow

One of the best museums for local history and artifacts. I found the indigenous displays interesting. I learned much. Definitely a must see and $8 is an amazing price.

Nick Savage

Very nice local museum.

Mark & Kristina Davies

a local hidden gem, that although housed in a smaller building, it has lots of very interesting historical artifacts from the region. We went to see the model train display, but the museum admission was included. Well worth the visit!

Steve Morgan

Beautiful small museum highlighting First Nations carving and culture as well as more recent local logging and fishing history. The exhibits are rich and well constructed, the museum seems much larger than it actually is and provides hours of entertainment. My wife and I travel up here from the Comox Valley several times a year and always bring our guests.

Aimée Cho

Amazing collection and guided tour of Kwakwaka'wakw Territory people's legends. Highly recommended.

Sandy Esworthy

Really nice museum. Well put together and interesting. Very nice and friendly staff . The contentt of the museum was totally relevant to Campbell River.

June Scown

Well done.

christa moore

Very interesting place to visit; you will be inspired with everything.

Roslyn Nickel

Fabulous Museum..well worth the visit ! The Gift Shop has a wonderful selection of gifts and books!

Brian Hirsche

For a small town and a small museum it is top notch. The exhibits are well maintained and showcase local and regional history tastefully. Loved the footage they have about the Ripple Rock explosion.

LTRMcrew

Really surprised at this gem in Campbell River! It doesn’t look like much from the outside but it’s quite large inside. Lots of great local history both First Nations and Logging / fishing. Really enjoyed it. Both my kids 8 & 11 enjoyed it as well. Family entrance is $20. Worth it for sure. Took about 2 hours to do all the displays.

Penny Hill

I have now become a member of the museum. The staff are wonderful, helpful, friendly and I have been getting some of my Christmas gifts at the gift shop. I am currently taking a writing course there and it is top notch and challenging. I had no idea how professional it would be. EXCEPTIONAL

kathleen riley

I was absolutely amazed at the quality of the displays of this Museum, not to mention the courteous service and magnificent view!! I have visited a few times now, and have been impressed each and every time. I never tire of the artifacts and displays in the main gallery, but have also very much enjoyed the temporary exhibits, which are varied and unique. The staff is always warm, friendly and eager to make sure my experience is a positive one. I know this museum has a group of volunteers who have also provided me excellent service on more than one occasion. I have even stopped in to the museum gift shop when I have needed a gift for a special occasion, and have been pleased with the selection and quality of their wares. I would not hesitate to recommend this Museum!!!

Ro tro

So much more than I would have expected! Full sized dioramas of a float home, cabin, hotel, not unlike the RBCM. One of the first logging trucks - so interesting. Great collection of indigenous masks and other artifacts, though interpretation in that area in need of update and expansion. In other areas interpretation concise and digestible. Good use of limited space.

michael versluis

Very interesting place to visit . Has a lot of history and lots of information about the area and what it was like many years ago

Alvin Lau

Neat little museum to check out to learn more about the town and area. The gift shop's selection of indigenous art is impressive and reasonably priced. The interactive information signs outside the gallery have many interesting facts.

heather dunne

Well done!! Rivals Victoria museum. Great shop too.

Rick Harrison

A very nice museum to learn about early life around Campbell River. I particularly enjoyed watching the video about the demolition of the Ripple Rock peaks.

Elaine

Awesome little museum! Great local exhibits.

Nicole Parkwood

It is a great visitor interacted museum. I spent 1.5 hrs on what is really a small display. I liked that you can "touch" items. Staff was politely informative. Very good! :)

Francine Martineau

I absolutely love this museum, it's expansize in size and you can spend Atleast half a day here (used to be more when the theater portion was open but since covid you can't use it ????) the history they showcase of Campbell River and surrounding areas is amazing, like stepping into the past. I quite enjoy the environment and the staff are always professional and kind. Truly an awesome place! And they have a beautiful gift shop. Definitely worth stopping by while on vacation or if you're a local!

Ben Knapp

Great small town museum

Christine Szaflik

Love the mask theater and movie theater. Well done!

Travis Gingerich

Dang, this museum is a true gem! Expertly curated journey through the growing up of Campbell River, with well-placed emphasis on the First Nations' long history in the land. The Siwidi story is not to be missed, and the movie of the demolition of Ripple Rock is a great blend of mid-1900s engineering prowess and gratuitous explosions.

Heidi Bevington

This is a very interesting museum. Takes about an hour for a fast visit. Worth a visit. Not expensive.

James Drec

Absolutely delightful place to visit, with a great collection and info I didn't know!!!

Nelson Grihalde

They built this place hoping the cruise ships would dock here, alas those guys never got the memo, there were 8 people visiting in the 2 hours I was here. Interesting collection of native American artifacts, and a selection of films to watch in a small theatre. If you are interested in learning about the history of the area this is a must see. I had no idea they used massive explosives to blast an island to clear a navigation choke point. Watch the ripple rock video, it's a BLAST, literally. Sad to know Canadians used .50 Calibre Browning Machine Guns to kill orca "whales" (dolphins really) once upon a time. Equally sad is how racial minorities were treated here in the early 20th and 19th century. The "iron chink" exhibit and the WW2 Japanese internment exhibit shows stark contrast with today's vibrant multiracial population of BC. How wealthy would First Nations tribes be if they owned the leases to all the buildings in Vancouver. Great exhibit on how they "lost it all".