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The Welcome Area engages the visitor in an overview of local history from Nanaimo's early days to its more prominant years as a coal mining town. Visitors are also treated to a continuous slideshow of Nanaimo's past on a large monitor as they first enter the gallery.
Lifestyles celebrates Nanaimo's more entertaining side by showcasing concert bands, dances, and theatres and its sportier side by taking a look at hockey, lacrosse, and soccer.
The Coal Mine is a popular replica that was build with help from movie set designers; the new coal mine shaft is as close to an actual mine as most people will ever get. Besides having the look and ambiance of an underground shaft complete with coal cart, tools there is also an interesting geology component and a new and improved interactive coal mine map and panels on how coal is formed. There is also a children's interactive area making the exhibit a true family affair. Ask for a brass tag when you enter and at the end of the exhibit you can use that tag to hear a story of an actual miner and the role he played in shaping the industry here in Nanaimo.
The Harbour provides an intriguing look at the evolution of Nanaimo's harbour as a hub of activity involving transportation and trade, and its function as a shipping port for coal and timber. It also looks at the harbour's recreational functions, such as sailing and diving.
In The News ("Extra! Extra! Read all about it!") is a display which highlights some of the famous and infamous people of Nanaimo's past, including Frank Ney, Pete Maffeo, Diana Krall, and even Brother XII.
The Snunéymuxw exhibit allows you to see what daily life was like in a traditional longhouse and gain knowledge of the curious objects used in everyday living, including textiles, basketry, trade items, and tools used for fishing by the early Snunéymuxw First Nation.
Educating Nanaimo gives one a sense of what it would be like inside of a mid-1920s school room.
Timber! which is part of the museum's permanent exhibit, explores the historical impact of the forestry industry on the region. Discover the importance of logging, sawmills, and pulp manufacturing through interpretive panels, fascinating models, and informative displays.
The Bastion Era takes a look at the most famous building in Nanaimo, which was built by the Hudson's Bay Company in 1853. The exhibit also features the arrival of the Princess Royal with the Staffordshire miners and their families on board.
The Sports Hall of Fame exhibit celebrates the accomplishments of Nanaimo's incredible sporting community. Each year, a selection of athletes, teams, builders, media, and/or pioneers is made from the nominations presented by community residents. The Sports Hall of Fame gallery is located in the museum's lobby.
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