In-Person Field Trips:

Join us in the gallery as we explore Nanaimo’s past with various programs suitable for grades K-12!

See below for a full listing and details on each program. Remember to check the Feature Exhibit Programs and Coming Soon sections for details on new, limited-time programs connected to upcoming feature exhibits.

We recommend masks for all students, teachers, and non-student guests, as the Museum is a public space and tourist attraction. We appreciate your help in keeping our guests, staff, and students safe. Hand hygiene will be maintained by the students, teachers, guests, and staff members throughout your visit. See our Communicable Disease Plan page for more safety information.

Virtual Field Trips: 

Invite the museum to your classroom, virtually! Live or pre-recorded

Our live virtual program and follow-up Q&A sessions connect your students with a Museum educator via Teams or Zoom.
Pre-recorded programs offer you one (1) month access and the flexibility to break up the material or mix and match activities to suit your students’ learning style. These can be combined with the live Q&A for an interactive experience! 

Feature Exhibit programs (Limited Time!)

stem ‘al’u ‘u’ ni xe’xe What is Sacred? School Program

Grades 5-7, 8-12

This program is based on our current feature exhibit stem ‘al’u ‘u’ ni xe’xe What is Sacred?, curated by Eliot White-Hill, Kwulasultun (Snuneymuxw). The exhibit includes historical and contemporary examples of Coast Salish art with a focus on Snuneymuxw and cultures on the mid-island, and is a celebration of the richness and vitality of Coast Salish art.

Grades K-4

Younger students can also experience this special exhibit with short add-ons to other program bookings.

Check out the program page for more info.

For more information, or to book a program, please contact Steph Kveton using the contact form below, or email program@nanaimomuseum.ca