FALL 2025 WINTER 2026 LEISURE GUIDE 21 About the Museum The Chilliwack Museum thrives as a vibrant community hub in the historic Old City Hall. With two gallery spaces, interactive programs, and special events, the Museum celebrates history, culture, and creativity. In 2025–26, we invite you to engage, learn, and connect in meaningful ways. Drop in spontaneously or plan ahead using the calendar of exhibitions and events below. Fall-Winter Hours: Monday–Saturday, 9 am–4:30 pm About the Museum The Chilliwack Archives preserves photographs, newspapers, maps, audiovisual materials, and more—including a reference library and biographical community files. More than a repository, the Archives serves as a bridge between past and present, safeguarding the memories and experiences of our community. Open Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 am–4:30 pm Chilliwack Museum 45820 Spadina Avenue, Chilliwack, BC, V2P 1T3 604 795 5210 www.chilliwackmuseum.ca [email protected] Fall + Winter Exhibitions GALLERY ONE Community Art Show October 10, 2025 – January 17, 2026 Now in its sixth year, the Community Art Show celebrates the creativity and talent of artists of all ages and backgrounds. With works in every medium, this vibrant exhibition highlights the diverse perspectives that shape Chilliwack’s cultural fabric. Opened during Culture Days, it offers a dynamic celebration of community expression. Canada, Here We Are! February 5, 2026 – May 2026 This Royal BC Museum travelling exhibition honors the enduring contributions of Ukrainian Canadians to the nation’s cultural landscape. Featuring artifacts, stories, and reflections on identity and belonging, the exhibition highlights resilience, heritage, and multiculturalism. Updated after the 2022 invasion of Ukraine, it invites dialogue on Canada’s evolving story of community, strength, and belonging. GALLERY TWO Collecting Memory October 2025 – 2027 Collecting Memory is a long-term exhibition that brings together stories, photographs, and objects gathered through the Memory Workshop project. It reflects on both personal and community memory while exploring the Museum’s role in preserving and interpreting local history. Visitors are invited to see themselves as contributors to history—recognizing that the archives of tomorrow are shaped by the voices we include today. The CURIOSITY STUDIO The Curiosity Studio is a welcoming, hands-on space for families and visitors of all ages. Whether you’re looking for a quiet moment or a chance to get creative, the Studio invites you to explore, play, and connect with the stories in our exhibitions. • Quiet Corner – A cozy nook to read, relax, and recharge. • Arts Exploration – Hands-on art projects inspired by current exhibitions Chilliwack Archives 9291 Corbould Street, Chilliwack, BC, V2P 4A6
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