Learn

Open school book with brushes and ink pot

Schools 

The museum curator Lorna, works with teachers and administrators to design experiences that will match the age groups and learning objectives of the students. Often, this will include a guided tour of the building, explanation of each exhibit and a demonstration of selected artifacts. Thoughtful, hands-on activities such as crafts and games are also planned. Lorna is passionate about creating engaging experiences that are relatable to students and the Lytton area. 

Students will see artifacts, archives, and building. Learning may include information about the experiences, hardships, and contributions made in BC’s Interior by thousands of Chinese miners, railway workers, merchants, and farmers. 

This tour is typically 40 minutes to 1 hour in duration. The cost is $3 per person and any size school group is welcome. Throughout the year individuals can contact us directly to set up a time to have students visit.

Groups

Ideal for bus tours, history, community, and senior groups, you will receive a guided tour with the museum curator. Explore the building stopping at each exhibit, read descriptions and ask questions. The tour can be tailored to the interests of your group with advanced booking.  

This is an ideal place to purchase a keepsake book from the souvenir section or try some delicious Chinese tea. Our beautiful building has the best washroom facilities that are wheelchair accessible. 

The museum's yard, facilities, and display rooms can host 30 - 40 people. Group tours typically last 30 minutes to 1 hour. Admission is $5 for youth and $8 for adults. Tickets can be purchased online in advance or in person at the museum. You can also contact us if you would like more information about group tours. 

Self-Direct 

If you enjoy learning at your own pace that this is the ticket for you. When you arrive you will be greeted warmly and set free to explore the building, exhibits, and artifacts. Descriptions of each exhibit are posted and literature can be found throughout the museum for you to read.

Individuals typically spend 1-1.5 hours looking at exhibits, examining artifacts and reading literature. 

Tickets are $5 for youth and $8 adults and can be purchased online or at the museum. 

Individual 

Ideal for families, couples and solo travelers this is a great opportunity for people to have an educational experience when traveling the Fraser Canyon.  When you arrive you will be met by the curator and be given a tour of the building, exhibits, and artifacts.

Expect to learn about the experiences, hardships, and contributions made in BC’s Interior by thousands of Chinese miners, railway workers, merchants, and farmers. 

Tickets are $5 for youth and $8 adults and can be purchased online or at the museum. 

Online 

Our entire collection of approximately 1,350 items have been accessioned and cataloged and can be found online here. As items arrive at the museum they are processed and added to the database and the collection will continue to grow. 

We are able to provide high-resolution images of any item in the collection. Please contact us for details.