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The Kamloops Museum and Archives operates as part of the City of Kamloops, on Tk’emlúps te Secwe̓pemc territory within the traditional and unceded lands of Secwépemc Nation, Secwepemcúĺecw.

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What's On At The KMA
  • Museum Hours
    Tuesday - Saturday: 9:30am - 4:30pm
    Sunday & Monday: Closed
  • Archive Hours
    Tuesday - Friday: 1:15pm - 4:00pm
    Saturday: By Appointment
    Sunday & Monday: Closed

Events At the Kamloops Museum and Archives

Curious about what’s happening at the Kamloops Museum and Archives? Below, you can explore our exciting lineup of upcoming events. From engaging exhibitions and family-friendly activities to insightful lectures and workshops, children’s programming and events for adults! These events are open to the general public, and everyone is invited!

(If you are a school or daycare group looking for KMA programs, please visit here)

Events

Today

  • Join the Kamloops Museum and Archives to learn more about our dazzling rocks and minerals by visiting the Museum’s current exhibition, Rock Show: The KMA Rocks and Minerals Collection, and learn the difference between sugar and salt and how these elements create science in uniquely shaping candy. With the help of a caregiver, you will work together to make delicious rock candy.

    Delicious Rock Candy

    Winter Activity Guide 2026
    Kamloops Museum and Archives 207 Seymour Street, Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada

    Join the Kamloops Museum and Archives to learn more about our dazzling rocks and minerals by visiting the Museum’s current exhibition, Rock Show: The KMA Rocks and Minerals Collection, and […]

    $10
  • Introduce your little one to the world of museums through hands-on exploration, artifact handling, stories, songs, and a caregiver-assisted craft. Each session offers flexibility for young children to engage with the Museum through various sensory and play experiences.

    My First Museum Drop-In Program

    Winter Activity Guide 2026
    Kamloops Museum and Archives 207 Seymour Street, Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada

    Introduce your little one to the world of museums through hands-on exploration, artifact handling, stories, songs, and a caregiver-assisted craft. Each session offers flexibility for young children to engage with […]

    $10
  • Join the Kamloops Museum and Archives on the second Saturday of the month to share in the joys of rock collecting within the fascinating world of rocks. Talk rocks with geologists who will lend their professional expertise, support the handling of specimens, share their knowledge, and engage with Kamloops Museum and Archives Rock Club members and their collections in the current exhibition, Rock Show, The KMA Rocks and Minerals Collection, gallery space.

    Kamloops Museum and Archives Rock Club

    KMA Rock Club
    Kamloops Museum and Archives 207 Seymour Street, Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada

    Join the Kamloops Museum and Archives on the second Saturday of the month to share in the joys of rock collecting within the fascinating world of rocks. Talk rocks with […]

    Free
  • Spruce up your spring wardrobe with a visible mending class at the Kamloops Museum and Archives. Participants are invited to bring clothes in need of mending or simply beautifying to this three-session workshop with a Kamloops textile artist who will give you the tools needed to create stunning embellishments on your clothing. All supplies provided.

    Visible Mending

    Still Life: Introduction to Watercolour
    Kamloops Museum and Archives 207 Seymour Street, Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada

    Spruce up your spring wardrobe with a visible mending class at the Kamloops Museum and Archives. Participants are invited to bring clothes in need of mending or simply beautifying to […]

    $50
  • Introduce your little one to the world of museums through hands-on exploration, artifact handling, stories, songs, and a caregiver-assisted craft. Each session offers flexibility for young children to engage with the Museum through various sensory and play experiences.

    My First Museum Drop-In Program

    My First Museum
    Kamloops Museum and Archives 207 Seymour Street, Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada

    Introduce your little one to the world of museums through hands-on exploration, artifact handling, stories, songs, and a caregiver-assisted craft. Each session offers flexibility for young children to engage with […]

    $10
  • Join the Kamloops Museum and Archives and the Thompson-Nicola Regional Library for the Kamloops Museum and Archives Historic Book Club, a book club with a historic twist. Join the discussion and explore f iction and non-fiction books based on historical themes, periods, and countries.

    Historic Book Club

    Historic Book Club
    Kamloops Museum and Archives 207 Seymour Street, Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada

    Join the Kamloops Museum and Archives and the Thompson-Nicola Regional Library for the Kamloops Museum and Archives Historic Book Club, a book club with a historic twist. Join the discussion […]

    Free
  • Bring your family to the Kamloops Museum and Archives to celebrate the Year of the Fire Horse in collaboration with the Kamloops Chinese Cultural Association and Kamloops Chinese Freemasons. This funf illed, drop-in event will include food, music, crafts, and activities for all ages.

    LUNAR NEW YEAR | FAMILY DAY CELEBRATION

    Winter Activity Guide 2026
    Kamloops Museum and Archives 207 Seymour Street, Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada

    Bring your family to the Kamloops Museum and Archives to celebrate the Year of the Fire Horse in collaboration with the Kamloops Chinese Cultural Association and Kamloops Chinese Freemasons. This […]

    Free
  • Have a blast at the Kamloops Museum and Archives on the third Saturday of the month for creative activities for the whole family to enjoy. Explore a fun new theme each month. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

    Saturdays On Seymour Drop-In Program

    Saturdays On Seymour
    Kamloops Museum and Archives 207 Seymour Street, Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada

    Have a blast at the Kamloops Museum and Archives on the third Saturday of the month for creative activities for the whole family to enjoy. Explore a fun new theme […]

    Free
  • Spruce up your spring wardrobe with a visible mending class at the Kamloops Museum and Archives. Participants are invited to bring clothes in need of mending or simply beautifying to this three-session workshop with a Kamloops textile artist who will give you the tools needed to create stunning embellishments on your clothing. All supplies provided.

    Visible Mending

    Still Life: Introduction to Watercolour
    Kamloops Museum and Archives 207 Seymour Street, Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada

    Spruce up your spring wardrobe with a visible mending class at the Kamloops Museum and Archives. Participants are invited to bring clothes in need of mending or simply beautifying to […]

    $50
  • Join the Kamloops Pride Society at the Kamloops Museum and Archives for Espresso Yourself, an inclusive event where you can connect, unwind, and make new friends within the 2SLGBTQPIA+ community and beyond. This family-friendly gathering is open to all ages, making it the perfect place for youths, families, and allies to come together. This drop-in event features snacks and board games. For more information on the monthly theme, visit KamloopsPride.com.

    Espresso Yourself

    Espresso Yourself
    Kamloops Museum and Archives 207 Seymour Street, Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada

    Join the Kamloops Pride Society at the Kamloops Museum and Archives for Espresso Yourself, an inclusive event where you can connect, unwind, and make new friends within the 2SLGBTQPIA+ community […]

    Free

  • KMA Office Hours: Geology 101

    KMA Office Hours: Geology 101
    Kamloops Museum and Archives 207 Seymour Street, Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada

    Stop by the Kamloops Museum and Archives’ second floor and observe a geologist at work in the Kamloops Museum and Archives’ living laboratory, immersed within the exhibition Rock Show, The […]

    Free
  • Spruce up your spring wardrobe with a visible mending class at the Kamloops Museum and Archives. Participants are invited to bring clothes in need of mending or simply beautifying to this three-session workshop with a Kamloops textile artist who will give you the tools needed to create stunning embellishments on your clothing. All supplies provided.

    Visible Mending

    Still Life: Introduction to Watercolour
    Kamloops Museum and Archives 207 Seymour Street, Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada

    Spruce up your spring wardrobe with a visible mending class at the Kamloops Museum and Archives. Participants are invited to bring clothes in need of mending or simply beautifying to […]

    $50