As a Seattle resident and RBCM member, I keep coming back because the museum is spectacular. While…read moreI was very disappointed to see the Old Town exhibit (one of the most incredible I've ever seen) removed during the museum's "decolonization" process, I believe that part of the region's history could have been thoughtfully presented alongside First Nations stories and culture rather than taken away entirely (like it or not, they are intertwined, warts and all). I just don't get it. That said, the RBCM continues to hit curatorial home runs. Its exhibits are consistently imaginative, engaging, and beautifully designed--whoever leads their creative direction is a bloody genius.

My husband and I are from The States. We are in town visiting family. We visited the Royal BC…read moremuseum and were very impressed! Senior discounts. The displays told a story from the dinosaurs all the way to modern Victoria. Everything was so thought out and interesting. The museum also had a limited time Egyptian display that was fascinating with tombs, everyday utensils and personal items and other artifacts. A lot of information of what was believed to be the afterlife. Highly recommended!

Absolutely lovely cultural center - I definitely recommend visitors in the area to stop by to learn…read moreabout the Squamish and Lil'wat peoples. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable and there are free guided tours on the hour. The cafe is also a must-visit. The salmon chowder and bannock taco were both delicious. (Their fried bannock is very light and fluffy!)

Beautiful building; a short tour by knowledgeable, helpful, and humorous staff. Don't miss the cafe…read moreand the trail behind the building. Maybe because it's the winter, the exhibits feel a little light.

New items on display as of today. Enjoyed both the Old City Hall location and the Lightcatcher…read morebuilding.

Nice place to come and learn some history of Bellingham. We stopped for the Christmas tree display…read moreand loved seeing the birds display also on the third floor

The museum was nearby and easy to walk to. Wide variety of historic and modern art. Came in on the…read morefirst day of a Picasso exhibit, which was a bonus. As a Jordan fan, the shoebox exhibit seemed out of place but was cool to see. Recommend if anyone is in the area.

Came here with a group and a private tour and found the featured exhibit incredibly interesting -…read morethe artist was Manabu Ikeda and the exhibit was called Flowers from the Wreckage. I loved the collection and it was super cool to learn more about it from our tour guide. Otherwise, the rest of the exhibits were a little less interesting, and the place is small so you get through it fast. Overall a cool place if you catch the right exhibits, one of the prettiest layouts I've seen for a place and great location since it's super close to downtown.

The Museum of Anthropology (MOA) at UBC reopened on June 13, 2024, after an 18 month closure for…read morestructural & reno work. The MOA is back & even more grand than before. Do not think the Natural History Museum in London or the Met in Manhattan. That would be an - apples & oranges comparison, with the former two leading the way when it comes to museums worldwide. The MOA while not as grandiose as the Met, really stands out on its own showcasing mainly First Nations art along with other various artwork. It is a splendid museum. Budget to easily spend a minimum 3 to 5 hours here but definitely give yourself more time & do not rush. There's a lot to see here. There are guided tours available with your paid entry fee. Check at the front desk for more information. Make a note to also go outside of the museum & check out the Totems. Make sure you have a big brekkie or lunch before coming here. The cafe here sells limited items & you cannot bring drinks or food into the museum. Do check online for opening hours in order to give yourself enough time here. Limited parking is available. I parked at the Student Union building then walked over to the MOA along Main Mall & then through the Rose Garden to get here - approximately a 20 minute walk one way. It wasn't cheap but I was with visitors from out of town, so I didn't mind as I was showing them around UBC at the same time. Honestly, I can't wait to go again.

A very interesting, immersive, and educational visit to MOA. A place of world arts and cultures…read morewith a focus on the First Nations. Committed to promoting awareness and understanding of indigenous peoples and their cultures through spectacular and impressive art works. A beautiful museum to explore while in Vancouver!

Drove past this place on the way to Cascades NP and said ohhhhh we gotta stop. Obsessed with the…read morebig foot lore and this guy was so fun to talk to. It's an absolute MUST stop. Ask him about his journal of all the stories people have told him. We loved reading through people's experiences.

I'm writing this review because when we saw this little roadside attraction online, it seemed like…read morean awesome stop that we were all excited about. However, when we arrived, it was nothing like I expected. People who are considering stopping here need to understand that this is a private residence and the "museum" is some stuff that this gentleman has in his driveway and garage. They need to think about how comfortable they will feel pulling up to a stranger's house and asking them to wander around in their garage. Turns out I did not feel comfortable with that at all. We checked lots of different review sites before stopping here and everything said it was dog friendly because it's mostly outside. As soon as we pulled up to the location the vibe immediately felt off.. I asked if everyone was sure they wanted to do this and no one else seemed to have an issue, so everyone tumbled out of the van and I grabbed our small dog. As you walk up the driveway there are cute decorations in the front yard and driveway area to look at but I was no more than 5 ft from the sidewalk when I heard a large dog barking behind the fence. Our presence really seemed agitate the dog so I stepped back a bit. Just after the dog began barking, the man who lives in the house came out and asked us if we wanted to check out the garage. I hesitated because I did not want to walk further up the driveway with my dog and he proceeded to make some tactless comments. It was incredibly awkward. My husband was already up the driveway at that point and headed into the garage behind him, but I decided this was not for me and I did not feel comfortable so I went back to the van to wait with my pup. When everyone returned to the vehicle just a few minutes later they said there was some cool stuff in the garage but that the guy was a little odd (which I was already aware of because of his previous behavior) and I guess you'd have to be to turn your house into a sasquatch shrine. As we were driving away, my husband told me he had given the guy $10 because he was commenting under his breath about people stopping but not making donations and in my personal opinion, the whole thing was a little cringe. There are lots of little, independent museums that have hours and charge a small entrance fee. That is perfectly fine, but the way this is set up and the boorish personality displayed by the "curator" made it an unenjoyable stop for me personally. I hope this review is helpful to anyone considering visiting, and I genuinely hope that anyone who does visit has a lot more fun and a more enjoyable experience that I did.

The museum is a great way to not only learn about the area but also the people that made Whistler…read morewhat it is today. A short walk from the main Whistler ski area this makes for a nice break from the slopes. Free admission (donations welcome and encouraged) makes this that much more appealing but definitely worth more than free. I think we donated $5 per person. I think we spent about 90 minutes reading through everything. It can definitely be a quicker visit but we were in no rush.

From the outside, this place looks small, but inside is a surprisingly comprehensive museum on the…read morehistory of Whistler from the very early beginnings all the way to the 2010 Winter Olympics. You can even hold a torch from it!

I love orcas, and I love this museum. Great video, great information, and a good time…read more Chair lift available, bathrooms were clean, chairs for sitting all around, and the employees were friendly. Check the schedule before going.

It was quite a small museum. When you enter, you are in the gift shop. From there you purchase…read moreadmissions which I believe was $12 then head up the stairs to the museum. There were some interesting things to look at but I expected more. We spent about 20-30 minutes in the museum.

Fantastic museum! I learned so much. The docents are wonderful. One of them helped me finally…read moreunderstand the difference between AC and DC. There are many interactive exhibits. I got to play with a switchboard, plugging in the wires that used to connect calls; I got to type my name in Morse Code on a functioning telegraph key; and I got to play a theramin.

This is a must visit in Bellingham. Such a cool place to explore history in an experiential way.read more