The Maritime Museum of BC

When I first came to the Victoria, the Maritime Museum of BC was located in the former Supreme Court building in Bastion Square − the oldest surviving courthouse in the province. It was an amazing museum with lots of exhibits and artifacts and all housed in this amazing old courthouse! Unfortunately, in 2014, the Museum got news from the Government of British Columbia that the provincially-owned historic courthouse was in need of major repairs that require the building to be empty. The Museum relocated to a new public storefront location on Humboldt St.

The Museum moved again in 2021 to their current location at 744 Douglas St, next to the Victoria Conference Centre. They have a larger exhibit space and gift shop, including staff offices and a public research space. Unfortunately, the majority of the museums collections are now stored off-site but are still accessible through their research request program.

A Visit is Still Worthwhile

A visit to the Maritime Museum of BC is a chance for the whole family to experience British Columbia’s marine heritage.
The museum presents evening talks and craft workshops that look at maritime history in unique and creative ways.  Also offered are educational programs on topics such as immigration, pirates and privateers, women at sea, and the fur trade.

Location & Contact Information

  • 744 Douglas St.
  • Victoria BC
  • V8W 3M6
  • Phone: 250-385-4222
  • Email: info@mmbc.bc.ca

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