Museums provide a great excuse to spend time with friends and family in a positive way. Personal connections can be made with museums and also with family members during visits. A day at the museum often translates to a day spent with loved ones as fathers and mothers transform into tour guides, and...

This summer, the Campbell River Museum is offering historic guided boat tours to the Discovery Islands, whose fascinating history has been the subject of such books as Tidal Passages by local historian Jeanette Taylor.  Long before Campbell River became a settlement, there were three thriving centres...

During her stay at the Haig-Brown Heritage House last year, Sandra kept a blog (begun by a previous manager) and found the experience inspiring.  “Not only did I exercise my writing abilities with the blog, the house simply supports the desire.  Wherever I look there are books, and Rod’s...

This past week, April 17 to 24th celebrates National Volunteer Week.  On Wednesday, April 21, the Volunteer Centre held their annual Awards night at the Campbell River Museum, with nominees for ‘Volunteer of the Year’ attending.  The Museum’s own Marjorie Beer, who has been volunteering at the...

Take a second look at your coveted family painting, found masterpiece or flea market score. You may have a hidden gem of more than sentimental value. To find out, bring your treasures to the Antique & Art Appraisal Day at the Museum at Campbell River, 470 Island Hwy, on March 21. Tickets can be purchased...

If browsing for books your idea of fun, then you won’t want to miss the 5th Annual Gigantic Used Book Sale and Fundraiser at the Museum in Campbell River, Saturday March 6, from 10am to 4pm and Sunday March 15 from 12pm to 4pm. From History to Mystery, the selection promises to be better than ever,...

A piece of Campbell River history has closed its doors.  The Super Valu grocery store (see last building at end of row) was one of the first businesses to open in the Tyee Plaza in August of 1962, and served the community for 47 years, until the end of December 2009. Due to its seaside location, the...