What to do and see in Kootenay Rockies, Kootenay Rockies: The Best Museums

August 30, 2021 Mollie Coke

Discover the best top things to do in Kootenay Rockies, British Columbia including Kootenay Gallery, The Artym Gallery, Stephanie Gauvin Art Gallery, Kunze Art Gallery, Cranbrook History Centre, Revelstoke Railway Museum, Fernie Arts Co-op, Nikkei Internment Memorial Centre, Touchstones Nelson Museum of Art and History, Fernie Museum.
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120 Heritage Way, Castlegar, British Columbia V1N 4M5 Canada +1 250-365-3337 [email protected] http://www.kootenaygallery.com
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5.0 based on 19 reviews

Kootenay Gallery

934 7th Ave, Invermere, British Columbia V0A 1K0 Canada +1 250-342-7566 [email protected] http://Www.artymgallery.com
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5.0 based on 12 reviews

The Artym Gallery

Owners Connie Artym-Bradatsch and Grey Bradatsch have been in business for over thirteen years and foresee many more as the premiere art gallery in Invermere, BC. In past years the gallery has won awards for “Business Excellence” and “Entrepreneurship” from the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce, and will continue to provide the art and the service that clients have come to expect and appreciate from The Artym. With their knowledgeable and friendly staff boasting over 30 years combined experience; customer service has always been of utmost concern to everyone at the Artym Gallery. Stop by and enjoy the sculpture, paintings and jewellery by over 65 Canadian artists in a constantly changing display at the Artym Gallery.

2070 Washington Street, Rossland, British Columbia V0G 1Y0 Canada +1 250-231-8159 http://www.artiststephaniegauvin.com
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Stephanie Gauvin Art Gallery

215 Northwest Blvd Grain Elevators, Creston, British Columbia Canada +1 250-428-6880 http://www.kunzegallery.ca
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5.0 based on 12 reviews

Kunze Art Gallery

5. Cranbrook History Centre

57 Van Horne Street, Cranbrook, British Columbia V1C 1Y7 Canada +1 250-489-3918 [email protected] http://www.cranbrookhistorycentre.com/
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4.5 based on 159 reviews

Cranbrook History Centre

The Cranbrook History Centre is a museum and archives dedicated to the research, preservation, and restoration of the history of Cranbrook and the surrounding area. Located in beautiful downtown Cranbrook, the History Centre offers something of interest for visitors of all ages. Also known as the Canadian Museum of Rail, the Centre is also home to the Trans-Canada Limited, a 1929 luxury train, as well as many other restored Canadian trains.

Reviewed By SarahKraus - Edmonton, Canada

The museum was a bit old, but the train tour was wonderful! Our tour guide Logan was great, taught us a lot about the TransCanada line. The amount of work that went into restoring each car is remarkable. Highly recommend stopping in!

6. Revelstoke Railway Museum

719 Track Street West, Revelstoke, British Columbia V0E 2S0 Canada +1 250-837-6060 http://www.railwaymuseum.com/
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4.5 based on 388 reviews

Revelstoke Railway Museum

For the month of April, we are open Friday through Sunday. We are currently closed to the public Monday through Thursday. At the Revelstoke Railway Museum we strive to preserve, share and inspire a sense of wonder and excitement for our Canadian Pacific Railway. Come and see some of Canada's railway treasures. It's a great experience for all ages!

Reviewed By DonL120 - Chilliwack, Canada

I love trains and anything associated with them. The Revelstoke museum has lots of engines and rolling stock to see, together with great displays of related features. Well laid out with a steam engine and passenger car inside the building with a diesel engine and other cars outside. Plan on stopping for a acouple of hours.

7. Fernie Arts Co-op

572 2nd Avenue, Fernie, British Columbia V0B 1M0 Canada +1 250-423-7044 [email protected] http://www.fernieartscoop.com
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

Fernie Arts Co-op

8. Nikkei Internment Memorial Centre

306 Josephine Street Box 273, New Denver, British Columbia VOG 1SO Canada +1 250-358-7288 [email protected] http://newdenver.ca/nikkei/
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4.5 based on 88 reviews

Nikkei Internment Memorial Centre

The Nikkei Internment Memorial Centre is dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of the internment of over 22,000 Japanese Canadians during the Second World War. The Nikkei Internment Memorial Centre opened its doors in 1994 as an initiative from the New Denver Kyowakai Society to commemorate and honor the stories of over 22,000 Japanese Canadians who were stripped of their civil rights, labelled "enemy aliens" and uprooted from their coastal homes during the Second World War. Located on the site of a former internment camp, the original buildings, period artifacts, interpretive displays, and Heiwa Teien garden designed by the renowned Roy (Tomomichi) Sumi, chronicle this extraordinary episode in Canadian history.

Reviewed By msc_travel2013

This is a must stop at while travelling through New Denver or for anyone that would like to learn more about the internment of Japanese Canadians during WWII. This was my first exposure to this history outside of school and I am so glad I came here to start my learning. See the living spaces, artifacts and original structures to learn and honour the stores of the Japanese Canadians that were stripped of their rights. There is a cost but it’s well worth it, the staff were informative and lots of information signage to guide your learning. The grounds are beautifully maintained and the displays are true to life.

9. Touchstones Nelson Museum of Art and History

502 Vernon St, Nelson, British Columbia V1L 4E7 Canada +1 250-352-9813 [email protected] http://touchstonesnelson.ca/
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4.5 based on 71 reviews

Touchstones Nelson Museum of Art and History

Touchstones Nelson: Museum of Art and History is a multi-faceted organization with a history museum exhibition, regional archives, two contemporary gallery spaces and a fabulous gift shop. The history museum features an introduction to the Sinixt and Ktunaxa nations, culture and perspectives, the history of European exploration and the challenges of trade and travel routes, and how various industries such mining, transportation, hydroelectricity affected the area and the creation of the Queen City. Our galleries rotate exhibitions eight times per year and feature everything from contemporary art and pop culture, to fine craft and design, to local architectural and social history – Touchstones’ exhibitions connect to this area’s creative energy and rich heritage. The gift shop features wares from over 100 local artists and authors. If you are looking for a gift that reflects Nelson and area’s abundant talent and craft, you will certainly find it in our superbly curated Shop.

Reviewed By janjdrent - Victoria, Canada

Excellent informative displays about regional heritage and rotating exhibits in heritage post office right in centre. Very welcoming staff, attractive gift shop. Visit well worth time spent!

10. Fernie Museum

491 2nd Ave, Fernie, British Columbia V0B 1M0 Canada +1 250-423-7016 [email protected] http://ferniemuseum.com
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4.5 based on 72 reviews

Fernie Museum

Opened to the public in 2013, the Fernie Museum is located in the heart of historic downtown Fernie. The museum offers two floors of exhibits, a gift shop, archives and visitor information services. The main floor permanent exhibit highlights the story of the Fernie region, from the use of the area by the Ktunaxa to underground and open pit mining to the development of Fernie as a four-season resort community. The second floor gallery features rotating art and history exhibits. The Museum also offers a range of programs throughout the year, including popular themed walking tours during the summer. Museum staff are on hand to help guide your paths as your explore our museum, community and the environment around us – whether it is on the ski hill or on our many hiking or biking trails. Public washrooms are available and the facility offers barrier free access.

Reviewed By suzanm949

It is always fascinating to learn about the history of a small town. Loved all the old photographs and the history of coal mining in the town.

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