Archives: Locations
Explore Richmond’s Family Treasures with us. Discover the many ways our treasures and heirlooms reveal our unique histories while also showing surprising connections. Drop-in on Saturday or Sunday 10:00AM – 4:00PM Join Musqueam weaver, Vivian Mearns Notaro, as she shares her knowledge of cedar weaving. Participants will have the opportunity to create their own twined […]
Tour BC’s very first purpose-built mosque, which blends traditional and western architecture. View the various spaces in the facility and learn about the faith and practice of the world’s diverse Muslim communities. Meet members of the Richmond’s Sunni Muslim community, (which comprise the world’s mainstream majority Muslims) and enjoy multimedia and virtual reality presentations related […]
The Richmond Media Lab offers classes in media arts for all ages, including our signature youth initiative, the Richmond Youth Media Program. Meet the friendly staff and learn how to bring drawings and figurines to life through the magic of stop-motion animation in our drop-in workshops. Drop-in for workshops on June 4–5 from 1–3:30pm.
Explore our friendly, open, multi-ethnic neighbourhood parish that follows the ancient Eastern Christian tradition. Experience the wonders of timeless chants, Byzantine Theology, mystical prayer, Liturgical spirituality, incense & Holy Icons. Activities include: Church tours every hour and half hour, Q&A sessions at 15 and 45 minutes past the hour. Please call 604-447-1731 for inquiries. Drop-in […]
Take an exclusive and behind the scenes tour of Richmond City Hall and visit the municipal building, learn more about how the city operates, and how to get involved. City Hall not only has the primary tasks of running City government but is also committed to ensuring that citizens receive excellent customer service from everyone […]
Drop-in to see two exhibitions, Hazel Meyer: Marble in the Basement and Unit Bruises: Theodore Wan and Paul Wong, 1975-1979. Pre-registration required to join curator Michael Dang and conservator Sabina Sutherland for a conversation about archival practices for artworks. Content Advisory: Unit Bruises is intended for mature audiences. Visitor discretion is advised. Please call 604-247-8363 […]
Indigenous Peoples used Terra Nova to set up seasonal fishing camps during salmon and sturgeon runs and to gather food such as crabapples. The area was named Spul’u’kwuks after the natural-gas-rich water that bubbles to the surface. Life changed in the late 1880s with the arrival of a group of Newfoundland fishermen, who claimed this […]
Sea Island: The Aviation Story Welcome to Sea Island, a place rich in the history of flying. Before Europeans arrived, this area was used by Coast Salish First Nations. In the early days of settlement, the island’s flat delta landscape and closeness to the Gulf of Georgia made it ideal for farms and fish canneries. […]
A Civic Legacy Welcome to the Brighouse District! This is a fascinating place. The Richmond Museum invites you to explore the history and diversity of the Brighouse District through this self-guided historical walking tour. This is a family friendly walking tour and will take approximately 1-2 hours. Please respect private property and obey all posted […]
Experience art, calligraphy, culinary delights, meditation and group tours. Lingyen Mountain Temple offers traditional Buddhist practice, community service, and cultural exchange, blending Chinese traditions with Western engagement. With daily sessions, educational workshops, and diverse programs, it fosters spiritual growth and intercultural understanding. Explore the compassion and wisdom of Buddhist culture through engaging experiences. Please remove […]