March Speaker Series and Gallery Showing with Melanie Mercier: “Rooting for Nature, Rooting for Ourselves”
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March Speaker Series and Gallery Showing with Melanie Mercier: “Rooting for Nature, Rooting for Ourselves”

Melanie Mercier is returning with a double-header event! "Rooting for Nature, Rooting for Ourselves" is a celebration of the intrinsic connection between nature and humanity, highlighting the symbiosis that exists between all living beings and the health of our environment, and a visual exploration that inspires environmental stewardship. Join us at the Museum at 6:30 pm on Thursday, March 13th, for a Speaker Series talk and Gallery Show that aims to not only spark conversations but also inspire tangible actions that contribute to a more sustainable and harmonious world.

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2025 Family Day
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2025 Family Day

Celebrate BC Family Day with us on Sunday, Feb 16th! We’ll have our snow maze, sledding, snow painting, hot chocolate, maple taffy, and more!

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Holiday Workshop
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Holiday Workshop

We're hosting a one-stop shop for kids to make all of their holiday gifts this year! Drop by the Museum between 10 am and 3 pm on Saturday, December 7th, to take advantage of the craft stations and gift-wrap solutions! With options geared for ages 5-12 (and maybe even some wiggle room for slightly older or younger kids!), there's something for everyone on the list.

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Halloween at the Museum 2024
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Halloween at the Museum 2024

Come celebrate Halloween with us! From 1 pm - 4 pm Sunday, September 27th, check out our spooky scavenger hunt, enter our costume contest, and try some Halloween crafts! This is an all-ages event and we've stocked up on treats, so come out and join the fun!

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SPECIAL FILM SCREENING: Snk̛míp Dig Deeper
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SPECIAL FILM SCREENING: Snk̛míp Dig Deeper

As an idealistic conservation group strives to restore a damaged wetland, tensions escalate with off-road motorized users. Then a startling revelation uncovers the site's Indigenous history, propelling us on a transformative journey that makes us 'dig deeper' to understand whose land this truly is.

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BC Day 2024
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BC Day 2024

Spend BC Day at the Rossland Museum, with lots of fun for the whole family! Take advantage of our assortment of lawn games, try your hand at gold panning or enjoy our spectacular bubble wands. Explore our outdoor exhibits - climb up a caboose or into a fire truck! Cool down inside with crafts, activities, a scavenger hunt, and family-friendly short films in our theatre.

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National Historic Places Day 2024
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National Historic Places Day 2024

The Museum will be open by donation all week, 10 am to 6 pm July 10-17. Haven't gone on one of our guided tours yet? Now's your chance! We offer guided historical tours of the outdoor exhibits at 11 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm daily through the summer - and on Fridays and Saturdays, the Gold Fever Follies will be on site to add some pizzaz to the 11 am tour. We're also having a photo contest to celebrate!

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June Speaker Event: BATS! with Elodie Kuhnert
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June Speaker Event: BATS! with Elodie Kuhnert

Join us at the Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre at 5:30 pm on Thursday, June 6th for an exciting Speaker Series with Elodie Kuhnert. Elodie, the Kootenay Coordinator with the "Got Bats?" BC Community Bat Program, will help us discover the fascinating world of bats in an engaging presentation that explores their importance in our ecosystem. Learn all about bat biology, behaviour, and reproduction, and understand the critical role that bats play in our environment. We'll discuss why bats are facing threats and how we can help protect them during a fascinating evening in the mysterious world of bats!

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April Rossland Recollections with Gord Lepage: Red Mountain Volunteer Ski Patrol
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April Rossland Recollections with Gord Lepage: Red Mountain Volunteer Ski Patrol

Did you miss last November's speaker series about the Red Mountain Volunteer Ski Patrol? You're in luck! Gord Lepage is returning to the Museum for another round of storytelling about his decades of experience as the Volunteer Ski Patrol Director up at Red Mountain. Join us at 1 pm on Wednesday, April 3rd for some "Rossland Recollections" about the history and adventures of Volunteer Ski Patrol on Red Mountain. Entry is by donation and treats/refreshments will be provided.

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Renewal Silent Auction
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Renewal Silent Auction

We're holding a silent auction to support our Renewal Project! Explore online and bid on these incredible auction items donated by our amazing local businesses and individuals. Pick up a day of cat-skiing, a growler of the best local beer, a night at the Smokies, a staycation with dinner and a hotel room, a session of beekeeping, and more! All proceeds support the Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre's Phase II: the Mine Experience capital project.

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