Children can join us at the Summerland Museum for a day of being rich. They will learn about the local plants that make living here so wonderful and participate in a plant dissection. Then they will live the life of a gold miner by learning about the gold rush and panning for gold nuggets.

Children can join us at the Summerland Museum to explore our new exhibit on pioneer photographer Mary Spencer and learn about how she captured one of the most famous photos in Canadian history. They will develop their knowledge about the history of photography and make their own prints and camera obscuras.

Children can join us at the Summerland Museum to learn about what life as a pioneer child would have been like. They will learn about what chores pioneer children did, what school was like, and most importantly…what they did for fun!

Children can join us at the Summerland Museum and become story detectives. They will hear stories about Summerland and its inhabitants and investigate to find out if the stories are true or made-up. Afterwards, they will try their hand at writing their own stories about Summerland. Children will experience Summerland’s history through spooky, silly, and exciting stories!

Support the Summerland Museum, eat amazing food, and have a great time by coming to our lobster dinner and auction!

John Dorn, David Gregory, and Paul Randall discuss the history, errors, and omissions in Summerland’s cenotaph and explore options for change.

Local historian David Gregory will regale us with tales of the fur trade, gold rush, annexation of BC, and the early days of the Greata Ranch orchard.

Join us at the Summerland Arts Centre at 1:00 PM to hear a presentation by Brian Wilson and elect directors.

Register with a partner by February 18, 2019 by contacting info@summerlandmuseum.org, calling 250.494.9395, or by visiting the museum in person during our open hours. A light lunch is included and the cost is $15.00 per person.

Light Up the Museum with a historical Christmas at the Summerland Museum! Enjoy the museum's exhibits in the evening, crafts, popcorn, and an excellent view of the fireworks.

Summerland is still home to at least six of the over 40 war brides that settled in Summerland. Come and learn more, see a special video that was created in honour of these brides, and have an opportunity to hear their stories.

Meet children’s author Karen Autio and artist Loraine Kemp and learn about their collaborative process for the creation of Growing Up in Wild Horse Canyon.

Following the Remembrance Day Ceremony in Summerland’s Memorial Park, come to the museum to honour Summerland’s soldiers and meet Guest Curator Paul Randall, who created the WWI exhibit entitled Summerland Remembers the Defenders of the Empire.

Drop in at the museum on November 10th to view the WWI exhibit called Summerland Remembers the Defenders of the Empire and meet Guest Curator Paul Randall. Learn more through the artifacts and the soldiers’ stories.

Join René Goldman, author of A Childhood Adrift, as he talks about his experiences as a child survivor of the Holocaust.

Join historian David Gregory on an entertaining tour of one of Summerland’s oldest graveyards, the Anglican Cemetery.

Join historian David Gregory on an entertaining tour of one of Summerland’s oldest graveyards, the Anglican Cemetery.

Join us for our Summer History Programs! Focusing on subjects like the Kettle Valley Railway, pioneer life, geology and World War One, these one-hour programs are designed to get children engaging with Summerland’s rich history and the museum environment.

Join us for our Summer History Programs! Focusing on subjects like the Kettle Valley Railway, pioneer life, geology and World War One, these one-hour programs are designed to get children engaging with Summerland’s rich history and the museum environment.

Join us for our Summer History Programs! Focusing on subjects like the Kettle Valley Railway, pioneer life, geology and World War One, these one-hour programs are designed to get children engaging with Summerland’s rich history and the museum environment.

Join us for our Summer History Programs! Focusing on subjects like the Kettle Valley Railway, pioneer life, geology and World War One, these one-hour programs are designed to get children engaging with Summerland’s rich history and the museum environment.

Come to the opening of our new exhibit entitled Summerland Remembers the Defenders of the Empire. 

Do you have antiques or art that you've always wanted to know more about or find out their value? If so, come to the Summerland Museum to discover more about your prized possessions with Peter and Marian Blundell, accredited appraisers.

Commemorate the anniversary of the battle of Vimy Ridge (April 9-12, 1917) by coming to this exciting presentation. Paul Randall will explore the origin and events around this momentous battle and its local connection, as well as dispel myths of Vimy Ridge and look at the symbolism behind the Vimy Ridge Memorial. Plus, he will talk about the upcoming exhibit called Summerland Remembers the Defenders of the Empire. This is the first of a series of lectures on World War One.

The presentation will be from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Summerland Museum. Admission is by donation. For more information, email Claire Macdonald at info@summerlandmuseum.org or call 250.494.9395.

This is an AGM you won't want to miss! Members will have the opportunity to vote on our proposed bylaws and new directors. Paul Randall, CD, MSc, is giving a presentation on the challenges of researching and finding Summerland's soldiers and cenotaph mysteries.

Celebrate Heritage Week by listening to Joe Smuin give a presentation on the historical and amazing Trout Creek Canyon Bridge!

Are you interested in exploring your family history? Then this interactive workshop is for you! With presenter Judith Chidlow, Program Director at the South Okanagan Genealogical Society, learn how to discover who you are, where you come from, and unlock your family stories.