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children’s programs

Fun and educational activities connect children with their local community.

Summer Programs

Dig into the past like a real archaeologist!

Discover hidden treasures, explore Richmond’s history, and enjoy crafts, games, and field trips throughout the week.

  • Duration: Mondays to Fridays
  • Time: 9:30am – 3:00pm
  • Location: History Lab, inside the Richmond Cultural Centre Annex, 7660 Minoru Gate
  • Cost: $250

Register with the 8-digit Course ID from May 5, 2026 at www.richmond.ca/register

Age: 6-8 years old

  • Dinosaur Detectives: July 13-17 | #00517174
  • Pirates and Mermaids: July 20-24 | #00517190
  • Ancient Animals: July 27-31 | #00517203

Age: 8-10 years old

  • Dinosaurs and Fossils: August 10-14 | #00517210
  • Maritime Mysteries: August 17-21 | #00517213
  • Prehistoric Creatures: August 24-28 | #00517218

All participants are required to complete the Informed Consent and Permission Form

Junior Curators – Spring Break Camp

Work together with new friends and museum curators to create an exciting exhibit about Richmond. Choose artefacts, write labels and organize a display that tells a story about your community.

  • Date: Monday to Friday, March 16-20, 2026
  • Time: 9:30AM – 3:00PM
  • Location: History Lab, inside the Richmond Cultural Centre Annex, 7660 Minoru Gate
  • Cost: $250

All participants are required to complete the Informed Consent and Permission Form

Register with Course ID 00473322

Registration opens November 18, 2025

Celebrate Lunar New Year Take-Home Activity Kit

Ring in the Lunar New Year with a festive take-home activity kit designed for family fun and cultural exploration. Each $7 kit includes craft materials for two children and offers a hands-on way to learn how this holiday is celebrated around the world. Suitable for ages 6–12, the kits are perfect for sparking creativity while honouring tradition.

Register with Course ID 00482978

Cost: $7

Online: richmond.ca/register
Phone: 604-276-4300
In person: Any Community Facility
Registration closes on February 10, 2026

Groups looking to book more than one kit per account, please contact us at museumed@richmond.ca

Cedar, Tree of Life: Take-Home Activity Kit

Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day with a family-friendly take-home activity kit. Learn all about the cedar tree and its significance for many First Peoples. Special access to video content created by Musqueam weaver Vivian Mearns Notaro will help you weave your own cedar bracelet with materials provided.

Register with Course ID|00516651

Cost: Free for 2026 with thanks to the Government of B.C.

Celebrate Diwali: Take-Home Activity Kit

Celebrate the Festival of Lights with our fun and festive Diwali Take-Home Activity Kit! Designed for children under 12, this kit is packed with colourful crafts and engaging activities, complete with all the materials and easy-to-follow instructions for hours of creative fun. Each kit has activites for two children!

Registration opens Fall 2026

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