Sensory Friendly
Sundays

The Third Sunday of every month
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Learn About MONOVA's
2025/2026
School Programs

Drop-in Tuesdays
At The Archives

In the heart of Lynn Valley
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12:30PM – 4:30PM

PERMANENT
GALLERY
EXHIBIT

North Vancouver’s Stories Live Here

Highlighting the themes of Passion for Place, Industry and Enterprise, and Connections, visitors to MONOVA’s Main Exhibit Gallery will learn about North Vancouver through a combination of physical artifacts and digital content.

FEATURE
GALLERY
EXHIBIT

Are We There Yet? The Sustainable Transportation Journey

On Display until Mar 1, 2026

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What’s On at the Museum

Sat, Dec 20

Campfire Capers

Campfire Capers sessions will explore the stories of the North Shore through artifacts, sensory play, songs and hands-on activities.

Audience: Children ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers.
Time: 10:30AM – 11AM
Included with admission

Discovery Session
Explore a variety of historical and scientific topics, while participating in fun activities and knowledge-building games!

Audience: All ages
Time: 11AM – 4PM
Included with admission

Gallery Tour

Join us for a guided gallery tour in MONOVA’s Main Exhibit Gallery. Explore North Vancouver through photographs, artifacts and stories of the people who have called these lands their home since time immemorial.

Whether you’re a North Vancouver local or from somewhere around the world, you’re invited to ask questions, share your stories, and connect with others on the tour. We’ll learn together on our tour with you!

Audience: All Ages
Time: 1:30PM
Included with admission

Sun, Dec 21

Sensory Friendly Sunday

Sensory Friendly Sundays offer neurodivergent individuals, their families, and caregivers the ability to visit the museum on the third Sunday of every month. Visitors will enjoy a calm, relaxed, and safe atmosphere. On Sensory Friendly Sundays, adaptations will be made to the exhibits, such as lowered lighting and sound adjustments for a more comfortable visit. A quiet space will also be available for visitors who need a break.

Audience: All Ages
Time: 10AM – 5PM
Pay-What-You-Can

Generously Supported By

Streetcar Stories

Drop into our museum lobby to visit Streetcar 153 and hear stories from its colourful past. From the early days of public transit to World War II and the advent of buses and cars, our interpreter will introduce you to some of the people who worked on and rode the streetcars, and the impact they had on North Vancouver’s changing community.

Audience: All Ages
Time: 10:30AM – 11:30AM
Included with admission

Discovery Session
Explore a variety of historical and scientific topics, while participating in fun activities and knowledge-building games!

Time: 11AM – 4PM
Audience: All ages
Included with admission

Weaving for Winter – Festive Wool Weaving

Have you ever wondered about the natural resources that were used in Coast Salish weavings?

Led by MONOVA’s Indigenous Cultural Programmer Jordan Dawson, learn more about Coast Salish practices and the patience and skill that goes into traditional wool weaving, while creating your own custom pattern for a woven decorative piece that you can take home.

Time: 1PM – 3PM
Audience: Ages 10+
$25 Per Person

Generously Supported By

Gallery Tour

Audience: All Ages
Time: 1:30PM
Included with admission

Wed, Dec 23 – Christmas Eve

Thu, Dec 24 – Christmas Day

Fri, Dec 25 – Boxing Day

Sat, Dec 26

Campfire Capers

Campfire Capers sessions will explore the stories of the North Shore through artifacts, sensory play, songs and hands-on activities.

Audience: Children ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers.
Time: 10:30AM – 11AM
Included with admission

Discovery Session
Explore a variety of historical and scientific topics, while participating in fun activities and knowledge-building games!

Audience: All ages
Time: 11AM – 4PM
Included with admission

Gallery Tour

Audience: All Ages
Time: 1:30PM
Included with admission

Sun, Dec 27

Streetcar Stories

Audience: All Ages
Time: 10:30AM – 11:30AM
Included with admission

Discovery Session
Explore a variety of historical and scientific topics, while participating in fun activities and knowledge-building games!

Time: 11AM – 4PM
Audience: All ages
Included with admission

Gallery Tour

Audience: All Ages
Time: 1:30PM
Included with admission

Wed, Dec 31 – New Year’s Eve

MUSEUM CLOSING AT 4PM

New Year’s at Noon

Ring in the New Year with your friends & family at MONOVA!

Experience global traditions, enjoy delicious refreshments, and join us for a spectacular ball drop – all before lunchtime. Discover how different cultures welcome the new year and make memories together. Fun, learning, and celebration for all ages!

Time: 10AM – 1PM
Audience: All Ages
Pay-What-You-Can

Thu, Jan 1 – New Year’s Day

Fri, Jan 2

Sat, Jan 3

Campfire Capers

Campfire Capers sessions will explore the stories of the North Shore through artifacts, sensory play, songs and hands-on activities.

Audience: Children ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers.
Time: 10:30AM – 11AM
Included with admission

Discovery Session
Explore a variety of historical and scientific topics, while participating in fun activities and knowledge-building games!

Audience: All ages
Time: 11AM – 4PM
Included with admission

Sun, Jan 4

Pay What You Can Day

Join us on the first Sunday each month as we throw open our Museum doors with Pay-What-You-Can access to our galleries

Whether you’re a local history buff, seeking a fun family day-out, or are simply curious about the lands on which we stand, we welcome you to discover the rich stories of North Vancouver here at MONOVA.

Time: 10AM – 5PM
Audience: All Ages
Pay-What-You-Can

Generously Supported By

Discovery Session
Explore a variety of historical and scientific topics, while participating in fun activities and knowledge-building games!

Audience: All ages
Time: 11AM – 4PM
Included with admission

Gallery Tour

Audience: All Ages
Time: 1:30PM
Included with admission

MONOVA: MUSEUM OF NORTH VANCOUVER

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OPENING HOURS

Last admission 30 mins before closing.

HOLIDAY HOURS

PLAN YOUR VISIT TO THE MUSEUM

MUSEUM STORE

Shopping at the Museum Store supports exhibits, programs, and outreach.

Featuring works made and/or designed by local and Northwest Coast artists including jewellery, accessories, clothing, games, toys and books.

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EVENTS

Pay What You Can Day

First Sunday, Monthly
AT THE MUSEUM