A Piece of Campbell River History Closes Its Doors

A piece of Campbell River history has closed its doors. The Super Value grocery store was one of the first businesses to open in the Tyee Plaza in August of 1962, and served the community for 47 years…

January 6th, 2010 | Photos & Stories | Read More

Forestry…our incredible legacy

As early as 1778, with the arrival of Captain James Cook the use of the forests took on new meaning and importance for all those who chose to make the Pacific West Coast home.

January 3rd, 2010 | Photos & Stories | Read More

Roof Collapse Spells Near Disaster New Year’s Eve

Fifty years ago, Campbell Riverites were looking forward to attending a New Year’s dance being held at the Campbellton Community Hall. The hall was built by volunteer labour in 1923…

December 23rd, 2009 | Resources & Archives | Read More

Dances of the Kwakiutl, from 1951

Dances of the Kwakiutl, from 1951…The potlatch, a ceremonial distribution of property and gifts unique to Northwest Coast peoples, was elaborately developed by the Kwakwaka’wakw.

December 19th, 2009 | Gift Shop | Read More

Lego Tradition Going Strong at Museum

Why come to the Campbell River Museum to play with Lego? Because we’ve got lots of it, lots of space, and lots of keen participants to share ideas with…Watch for the next Lego Days coming in the New Year.

December 16th, 2009 | Photos & Stories | Read More

Van Egan with 2 beauties and a winning author!

Harry Thurston is eager to get involved with the community and his stay here is a time when writers or would be writers can make an appointment to learn from a well published author.

December 15th, 2009 | Photos & Stories | Read More

Local Treasures Make Great Gifts

The Museum is a storehouse of local treasures, not just in the exhibits, but in the Shop as well. For book lovers, there is a fantastic selection of books by local authors.

December 14th, 2009 | Gift Shop | Read More