Public Programming For Families

Family Friendly Programming at the Nanaimo Museum

The Nanaimo Museum offers family friendly programs throughout the year including over spring break, summer vacation and during special events such as bathtub weekend. Our family programming is designed for school aged children and is often included in the price of admission.

Check the listings below for our upcoming family programs.

Programming

Letter Writing Program - Reaching Out

Letter Writing Program – Reaching Out

31/08/2022 - 31/12/2023
When was the last time you got (or sent!) a personal letter? The Nanaimo Museum...
Witches & Wolves | I-Spy & potion-making

Witches & Wolves | I-Spy & potion-making

03/10/2023 - 31/10/2023
Follow the breadcrumb trail in the Witches & Wolves program to gather ingredients for a special potion, play I Spy, escape the wolf, and take a photo in the witch’s cottage if you dare! On Saturday October 28th, visit the witch’s apothecary for a special treat!
Home School Series: Coast Salish Art (Age 10-15) – October 11, 2023

Home School Series: Coast Salish Art (Age 10-15) – October 11, 2023

11/10/2023
Learners from ages 10-15 will explore the past, present, and future of Coast Salish art in addition to handling and studying cedar carvings made by artists from the Coast Salish, Kwakwaka'wakw and Nuu Chah Nulth regions.
Home School Series: Coast Salish Art (Age 10-15) - November 7, 2023

Home School Series: Coast Salish Art (Age 10-15) – November 7, 2023

07/11/2023
Learners from ages 10-15 will explore the past, present, and future of Coast Salish art in addition to handling and studying cedar carvings made by artists from the Coast Salish, Kwakwaka'wakw and Nuu Chah Nulth regions.
Home School Series: Yesteryear Christmas (Ages 5-7) - December 7, 2023

Home School Series: Yesteryear Christmas (Ages 5-7) – December 7, 2023

07/12/2023
Journey back through time and experience Christmas a hundred years ago.