The hippie capital of Canada. More neon than Vegas. Indigenous knowledge, immigration and racism. Deforestation and urban development. Activism and art. Vancouver’s story begins here. The Museum of Vancouver showcases the city’s history and new exhibitions on art, design, culture and more every few months. Be sure to visit our website to stay up-to-date on the MOV’s workshops and special events too!
Visit Vancouver’s oldest cultural institution—a gathering space that fosters connection, learning, and new experiences of Vancouver’s diverse communities and histories.
From artist talks and curatorial tours to workshops and performances, the Museum of Vancouver offers special events and programs for children and adults. Programming includes everything from Indigenous artisans, cultural celebrations, 2SLGBTQ+ content, civic engagement, food and gardening, crafting, film screenings, poetry readings, and more! Visit museumofvancouver.ca/events-programs to see what’s coming up at the MOV! Read more...
Featuring 150 chairs from the Museum of Vancouver (MOV) collection, Deep-Seated Histories: Chairs from the Collection provides a glimpse into Vancouver’s cultural, social and industrial evolution. You’d be surprised to learn how this lowly piece of furniture can tell stories about notable Vancouverites and the City’s shifting thoughts on work, leisure, design, and neighbourhoods over time. Expect to see Seraphim Read more...
