FEATURE EXHIBIT
Celebrating
Squamish Culture

MONOVA
GIFT SHOP

Now available online!
Browse our wide range
of cultural gifts & treats...

Sensory Friendly
Sundays

The Third Sunday of every month
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GET YOUR MONOVA
ANNUAL FAMILY PASS

Learn About MONOVA's
2025/2026
School Programs

Drop-in Tuesdays
At The Archives

In the heart of Lynn Valley
VISIT HERE FOR DETAILS

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

Gifts to be Shared, Protected, and Carried Forward

June, 2026 – March, 2027

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What’s On

Mon, Oct 26

AT THE MUSEUM

Museum – Closed

AT THE ARCHIVES

Gift Store – Open
Reading Room – By Appointment Only

Tue, Oct 27

AT THE MUSEUM

Museum – Closed

AT THE ARCHIVES

Archives – Open

Archives Drop-in Day

Explore our rich Archival Collections and learn more about the fascinating history of North Vancouver with open access to our Archives each Tuesday afternoon. From historic maps, family records, and our ever-expanding photo collection, there’s so much more to discover at MONOVA.

Time: 12:30PM – 4:30PM
Audience: All Ages
Free, Donations Welcome

Wed, Oct 28

AT THE MUSEUM

Museum – Open (No Planned Programs)

AT THE ARCHIVES

Gift Store – Open
Reading Room – By Appointment Only

Campfire Storytime

Gather around the campfire as we spark young minds with stories, songs, and hands-on fun.

Through artifacts, sensory play, and tactile activities, Campfire Storytime explores engaging tales of the North Shore in an accessible format for tots aged 1 – 5.

Time: 9:15AM – 10:15AM
Audience: Ages 2 – 5 and their caregivers
Pay-What-You-Can

Generously supported by

Thu, Oct 29

AT THE MUSEUM

Museum – Open

After Hours Thursdays

Explore our Museum after hours with Pay-What-You-Can admission every Thursday eve!

Be it date-night, an evening of family fun, or your own cultural excursion, step into our galleries and let curiosity be your guide as the stories of North Vancouver come to life under a whole new light

Time: 5PM – 8PM
Audience: All Ages
Pay-What-You-Can

Generously Sponsored by

Beaded Pin-Making

Led by Indigenous Cultural Programmer Tsawaysia Spukwus, this hands-on beading experience will reflect on Indigenous histories, resilience, and the ongoing work of reconciliation while creating a beautiful keepsake to wear for Truth & Reconciliation Day (Orange Shirt style) or Indigenous Veteren’s Day (Poppy style).

Time: 5:30PM
Audience: Ages 16+
$40 / $30 Concession

Coast Salish Programming is generously sponsored by

AT THE ARCHIVES

Gift Store – Open
Reading Room – By Appointment Only

Fri, Oct 30

AT THE MUSEUM

Museum – Open

Campfire Storytime

Gather around the campfire as we spark young minds with stories, songs, and hands-on fun.

Through artifacts, sensory play, and tactile activities, Campfire Storytime explores engaging tales of the North Shore in an accessible format for tots aged 1 – 5.

Time: 10:30AM – 11:30AM
Audience: Ages 2 – 5 and their caregivers
Included with admission

AT THE ARCHIVES

Gift Store – Open
Reading Room – By Appointment Only

Sat, Oct 31

AT THE MUSEUM

Museum – Open

Campfire Storytime

Gather around the campfire as we spark young minds with stories, songs, and hands-on fun.

Through artifacts, sensory play, and tactile activities, Campfire Storytime explores engaging tales of the North Shore in an accessible format for tots aged 1 – 5.

Time: 10:30AM – 11:30AM
Audience: Ages 2 – 5 and their caregivers
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!

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

AT THE ARCHIVES

Archives – Closed

Sun, Nov 1

AT THE MUSEUM

Museum – Open

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

Campfire Storytime

Gather around the campfire as we spark young minds with stories, songs, and hands-on fun.

Through artifacts, sensory play, and tactile activities, Campfire Storytime explores engaging tales of the North Shore in an accessible format for tots aged 1 – 5.

Time: 10:30AM – 11:30AM
Audience: Ages 2 – 5 and their caregivers
Pay-What-You-Can

Gallery Tour

Time: 1:30PM
Audience: All Ages
Pay-What-You-Can

AT THE ARCHIVES

Archives – Closed

Mon, Nov 2

Tue, Nov 3

AT THE MUSEUM

Museum – Closed

AT THE ARCHIVES

Archives – Open

Archives Drop-in Day

Time: 12:30PM – 4:30PM
Audience: All Ages
Free, Donations Welcome

Wed, Nov 4

Thu, Nov 5

AT THE MUSEUM

Museum – Open

After Hours Thursdays

Explore our Museum after hours with Pay-What-You-Can admission every Thursday eve!

Audience: All ages
Time: 5PM – 8PM
Pay-What-You-Can

Generously Sponsored by

Beaded Pin-Making

Audience: Ages 16+
Time: 5:30PM
$40 / $30 Concession

Coast Salish Programming is generously sponsored by

AT THE ARCHIVES

Gift Store – Open
Reading Room – By Appointment Only

Fri, Nov 6

AT THE MUSEUM

Museum – Open

Campfire Storytime

Gather around the campfire as we spark young minds with stories, songs, and hands-on fun.

Through artifacts, sensory play, and tactile activities, Campfire Storytime explores engaging tales of the North Shore in an accessible format for tots aged 1 – 5.

Time: 10:30AM – 11:30AM
Audience: Ages 2 – 5 and their caregivers
Included with admission

AT THE ARCHIVES

Gift Store – Open
Reading Room – By Appointment Only

Sat, Nov 7

AT THE MUSEUM

Museum – Open

Campfire Storytime

Gather around the campfire as we spark young minds with stories, songs, and hands-on fun.

Through artifacts, sensory play, and tactile activities, Campfire Storytime explores engaging tales of the North Shore in an accessible format for tots aged 1 – 5.

Time: 10:30AM – 11:30AM
Audience: Ages 2 – 5 and their caregivers
Included with admission

Remembrance Day Guided Gallery Tour

Explore the roles of North Vancouverites during the First & Second World Wars across this tour experience, led by MONOVA expert staff.

From the homefront to Theatres of War, discover how North Vancouver Veterans & hometown communities have served Canada through their stories.

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

AT THE ARCHIVES

Archives – Closed

Sun, Nov 8

AT THE MUSEUM

Museum – Open

Campfire Storytime

Gather around the campfire as we spark young minds with stories, songs, and hands-on fun.

Through artifacts, sensory play, and tactile activities, Campfire Storytime explores engaging tales of the North Shore in an accessible format for tots aged 1 – 5.

Time: 10:30AM – 11:30AM
Audience: Ages 2 – 5 and their caregivers
Included with admission

Gallery Tour

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

AT THE ARCHIVES

Archives – Closed

MONOVA: MUSEUM OF NORTH VANCOUVER

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OPENING HOURS

Last admission 30 mins before closing.

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

Sensory Friendly Sunday

Third Sunday, Monthly
AT THE MUSEUM

Archives Drop-in Day

Tuesdays, Weekly
AT THE ARCHIVES

ALL EVENTS

ALL EXHIBITS

From The Inlet (Blog)

A Century of Grouse Mountain Resort

In our latest feature on The Inlet, we reflect on the way Grouse Mountain shows up in our archival collection in celebration of Grouse Mountain Resort’s 100th year. Written by Georgia Twiss, Reference Historian.

READ FULL ARTICLE

IN LYNN VALLEY

ARCHIVES OF NORTH VANCOUVER

Search online for photographs, maps, plans, film, oral histories and more.

SEARCH THE DATABASE

Visit us onsite in Lynn Valley to view records and collections.

BOOK YOUR VISIT TO THE ARCHIVES

Quick Links

STREETCAR 153

STORY OF STREETCAR 153

FEATURE EXHIBIT Celebrating Squamish Culture

June 2026 - March 2027

MONOVA GIFT SHOP

Now available online!Browse our wide range of cultural gifts & treats...

Sensory FriendlySundays

The Third Sunday of every month VISIT HERE FOR DETAILS

GET YOUR MONOVA ANNUAL FAMILY PASS

LEARN MORE

Learn About MONOVA's 2025/2026 School Programs

Visit Here for Details

Drop-in Tuesdays At The Archives

In the heart of Lynn Valley VISIT HERE FOR DETAILS

12:30PM – 4:30PM

What’s On

AT THE MUSEUM

AT THE ARCHIVES

MONOVA: MUSEUM OF NORTH VANCOUVER

OPENING HOURS

MUSEUM STORE

EVENTS

Pay What You Can Day

Sensory Friendly Sunday

Archives Drop-in Day

A Century of Grouse Mountain Resort

ARCHIVES OF NORTH VANCOUVER

Quick Links

STREETCAR 153

Museum

Friends Society

Archives

Newsletter

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

FEATURE EXHIBIT
Celebrating
Squamish Culture

MONOVA
GIFT SHOP

Now available online!
Browse our wide range
of cultural gifts & treats...

Sensory Friendly
Sundays

The Third Sunday of every month
VISIT HERE FOR DETAILS

GET YOUR MONOVA
ANNUAL FAMILY PASS

Learn About MONOVA's
2025/2026
School Programs

Drop-in Tuesdays
At The Archives

In the heart of Lynn Valley
VISIT HERE FOR DETAILS