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What to do and see in Revelstoke, Kootenay Rockies: The Best Museums
Boasting some of the most spectacular scenery in British Columbia, Revelstoke is a year-round mountain paradise nested in the Kootenay Rockies. Enjoy stunning views of rugged mountains, crisp glaciers, lush forests and raging waterfalls. Explore the fascinating Revelstoke Railway Museum, the Three Valley Heritage Ghost Town and Revelstoke Mountain Resort. Two nearby national parks offer adventurers world-class snowmobiling, hiking and mountain biking.
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1. Big Eddy Glass Works
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
Check out live glass blowing, score awesome souvenirs, and take a workshop to learn a new skill: Big Eddy Glassworks is located in the trendy Big Eddy neighbourhood of Revelstoke, and we’re open 5 days a week! Plan your visit and learn everything there is to know about the art of glass blowing. We’re always hosting new events, teaching at one of our workshops, or adding unique stock to our shelves. Come hang out with us!
Reviewed By CanadagalsVancouver - Vancouver, Canada
We were driving west along HWY 1 and decided to stop for a break in Revelstoke. Brian at the Visitor’s Center suggested Big Eddy’s so we went over the one lane bridge to find it. The proprietor is a lovely young lady by the name of Leah. Her shop is small, but, full of beautiful glass creations for sale at reasonable prices. She was making cheerful cups during our visit so we bought 4 of them that were made yesterday. They explained that the glass has to cool slowly in a particular box to avoid cracking. Lee and her team were very friendly and made us feel very welcome. They normally hold glass making workshops, but, with COVID they are not doing that right now. If you like glass art and functional glass creations, stop by to have a look. It’s easy to access off the highway and to get back on.
2. Revelstoke Railway Museum
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4.5 based on 388 reviews
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.
3. BC Interior Forestry Museum
4. Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre
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4.0 based on 8 reviews
The well-known Visual Arts Gallery is a pearl of modern art in Revelstoke. Maintained by the Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre (support of classrooms, woodworking studio, professional pottery, library, space for painters/sculptors, etc.), it enhanced numerous exhibitions that impacted the development of art. Do you have artwork to exhibit at the Art Gallery? All members (20$/year membership) can apply to show their artwork at the gallery. Applications for 2020 shows are due Aug. 31/2019. https://bit.ly/2LMvsC6
5. Revelstoke Museum and Archives
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4.0 based on 69 reviews
Revelstoke Museum & Archives celebrates Revelstoke and district in a vibrant, interactive museum where all are welcome to participate, to learn, to share, and to explore the history of the region. Learn about how we play and work in the snow, multicultural history, and much more through two floors of exhibits. Browse our Gift Shop where you'll find exclusive brands like Murchie's Tea and Rogers' Chocolates. Vintage ski patches and t-shirts and heritage posters and prints reproduced from the archives. In spring and summer months visit our public garden and picnic area while your children play at the sandbox. Downtown Historic Walking tours and Cemetery Tours can be scheduled by appointment.
Reviewed By Jasmine039 - Victoria, Canada
We always visit this museum whilst in Revelstoke as my grandparents lived in the town in the early 1900s. But family connections aside, the museum is well worth a visit. The exhibits are interesting and beautifully laid out over two floors, exploring the diverse aspects of Revelstoke and surrounding area. Some of the highlights: the history of the Indigenous people in the area, the role of the Canadian Pacific Railway and its workers in the development of the town, the challenges of winter in an area known for its avalanches — a whole exhibit is devoted to the devastating Rogers Pass Avalanche in 1910 — the importance of skiing and hiking to tourism and the economic well-being of the town. A children’s play area, a well-stocked gift shop, and a lovely garden with benches add to the museum’s appeal. The friendly, knowledgeable, and dedicated staff, especially curator Cathy English, make this museum very special indeed. And yes, COVID precautions are being taken so you'll stay safe.
