Royal BC Museum Fall/Winter 2018 Program Guide

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Fall/Winter Program Guide September 2018 – March 2019

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Table of Contents Family Programs Camps Adult Programs All Ages BC Archives Programs Lectures

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School Programs Gallery Programs Feature Exhibitions Online Exhibitions Publications Accessibility

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Learning is at the heart of our mission.

We engage and inspire learners of all ages through programs and activities like the ones you see on the following pages. We are creating a new Learning Centre—a dynamic and engaging space for everyone in BC—and we need your support to make it a reality. A 21st century Learning Centre, at the heart of the museum and archives, enables us to harness the power of technology to bring our vast collections and staff expertise to every corner of the province. Join us in imagining the possibilities. For more information or to donate, please contact our development team at 250-387-7222 or donate@royalbcmuseum.bc.ca.

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FAMILY PROGRAMS

Night at the Museum Family Sleepover Our next family Night at the Museum will be a spooky October evening among the pharaohs, inspired by the Egypt: The Time of Pharaohs exhibition. Come spend the night as an ancient Egyptian as we build pyramids, decode secret hieroglyphic messages, explore the wonder of the ancient Egyptian night sky and mummify a few vegetables!

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yet—it will also gear you up for Halloween!

October 20 I 6:30 pm – 9:00 am $80 per person 10% member discount

Wonder Sunday

Adventure awaits!

Bring your curiosity—and the whole family! Join us in the galleries every Sunday, from October to May, for exploration, excitement and family fun.

Included with admission or membership.

Animals of the Night Have you ever been spooked

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in the night by a set of glowing eyes that stare at you from a distance? Wonder Sunday will help you understand exactly what you were seeing and why the eyes glowed. Come and spend Sunday afternoons with us during the month of October and discuss the critters that roam after hours.

October 14, 21, 28 1:00–3:00 pm Egypt Travel back in time and experience ancient Egyptian life.

Inspired by the feature exhibition, we have created fun activities to

let everyone explore the legacy of ancient Egypt. Find out how the Egyptians helped to shape the world we live in today, and discover the vast differences between their society and ours.

November 4, 11, 18, 25 1:00–3:00 pm World Celebrations What does “Happy Holidays” mean to you? Join us at the museum as we recognize the numerous holidays observed between the months of November and January. Immerse yourself in a rich cultural experience during the festive season with your friends and family and learn about various global celebrations throughout the month of December.

December 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 1:00–3:00 pm Dinosaurs and Fossils Roam like a Stegosaurus for an afternoon! Embark on a journey to a time when dinosaurs walked the earth. Exciting activities will encourage grown-ups and kids to learn more about this prehistoric world and why it had such a large impact on the planet.

January 6, 13, 20, 27 1:00–3:00 pm

MEMBERS GET ALL THE PERKS! A family membership gives you the ultimate value. Get unlimited admission to our core galleries and feature exhibitions, including Egypt: The Time of Pharaohs, Maya: The Great Jaguar Rises and Wildlife Photographer of the Year.

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Geology and Geography Both geology and geography describe the overall physical shape of the world. Learn about the science behind geology, as well as global geography and features like lakes, volcanoes and mountains. Leave the museum knowing more about the environment in which you live and with plentiful information to use in your future travels.

February 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 1:00–3:00 pm Wildlife Photography Learn what it takes to be a wildlife photographer at these fun afternoon programs. We’ll have discussions, examining various photographs and their backstories. Appreciate the effort and determination it takes to be a photographer, and perhaps snap the perfect shot yourself.

March 3, 10, 17, 24 1:00–3:00 pm

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Kids’ Club

Join us at the first Wonder Sunday of each month for a special behind-the-scenes tour just for Kids’ Club members.

Then join us and other families for Wonder Sunday. Each month offers a new theme and topic to explore.

Animals of the Night October 14 I 1:00–1:30 pm Egypt November 4 I 1:00–1:30 pm

World Celebrations December 2 I 1:00–1:30 pm Dinosaurs and Fossils January 6 I 1:00–1:30 pm Geology and Geography February 3 I 1:00–1:30 pm Wildlife Photography March 3 I 1:00–1:30 pm Kids’ Club is free for Royal BC Museum members.

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Learning Portal

Discover BC through the lens of the museum’s extensive collections, research and partnerships, all in one place.

The Learning Portal is a dynamic and intuitive online resource designed to engage students in many different ways. Featuring spectacular audio and video content, fascinating images and compelling articles, the Learning Portal encourages imagination, engagement and curiosity.

Follow your curiosity now >

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CAMPS

Spring Break Camps

Bizarre Beasts British Columbia supports an incredible diversity of animals, and some of them are wonderfully weird. This camp will take a look at some of the stranger ones, exploring why they are the way they are.

Campers will even construct their own bizarre beast. The camp will be hands-on in the museum galleries, in the natural history collection and out in nature.

March 18–22, 25–29 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $280 per person Ages 7–11 After Camp Care Care is available from 8:00–9:00 am and/or 4:00–5:00 pm for registered campers. $5.00 per child, per session, per day

MEMBERS GET ALL THE PERKS! Royal BC Museum members receive 10% off events, including camps! To learn more about member benefits, visit our membership page.

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ADULT PROGRAMS

It’s Complicated: A Discussion Series

This participatory discussion series tackles perspectives and definitions, upending assumptions to help us better understand ourselves and our community. An intriguing mix of facilitators will get the conversation started, but where it goes from there is up to you.

By donation Newcombe Conference Hall Human Remains/Cultural Belongings By the 1990s, ethical concerns regarding the care, display

and return of human remains in museum collections had grown. As a result, a new way of thinking emerged within museum cultures—changing protocols and increasing moves to repatriate Indigenous cultural remains back to ancestral lands.

The Royal BC Museum has chosen to respect living cultures and beliefs by not displaying mummies in its current Egypt exhibition. Join us to discuss the often fractious nature of our human curiosity.

October 18 I 5:15–7:00 pm

Unceded ‘Unceded’ is a term commonly used to describe stolen Indigenous land, an important word and concept in any colonized cultural landscape. Colonial treaties may or may not have been agreed to willingly, but they shape our lives, our lands and our relationships.

This discussion will begin to explore the use of this word in the context of this particular place and space.

November 14 I 5:15–7:00 pm

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Museums and Classrooms Are Not Neutral Museums and classrooms are often treated as neutral spaces where we can engage with unbiased history, but they can also reinforce assumptions and prejudices. What happens when we embrace the messiness of history and question the consensus? Will questioning neutrality itself help us amplify marginalized voices? This discussion will explore these questions and more.

February 15 I 7:00 – 9:00 pm

Storytelling as Medicine: Indigenous Art Symposium

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This one-day event is an interdisciplinary and intergenerational symposium that will seek to present and explore Indigenous philosophies related to storytelling and oral histories.

Register to take part in a series of interactive workshops and a lunch, or drop in later in the day for a site-specific performance and a panel discussion. This is a City of Victoria initiative, presented in collaboration with the Royal BC Museum.

October 13 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Workshop 9:00 am – 3:00 pm $15 per person Registration required Public performance 3:30–4:00 pm Free Panel discussion 4:00–5:00 pm Free

Unexplored Highlights

You’ve heard rumours about some of our most fascinating artifacts and objects. This is your chance to see them up close in an exclusive, informal setting. Join us on a four-part adult learning program as we dive deep into our world-class collections of art, photography, archaeology, marine and terrestrial life, and much more, with the kind of access usually reserved for researchers and scientists.

October 13, 20, 27; November 3 2:00 – 4:00 pm $150 per person for the series, registration required.

Night Shift: After Life Our adult-only after-hours party Night Shift: After Life will be an evening like no other.

Food and drinks available for purchase at multiple locations.

October 27 8:00 pm – 12:00am $40 per person | 19+ Two pieces of ID required for entry Night Shift: Spring Fling Romance is in the air, but you don’t need to be attached to explore the allure of instinct, passion and love. Food and drink available at multipule locations.

February 9 8:00 pm – 12:00am $40 per person | 19+ Two pieces of ID required for entry

Museum Happy Hour

Drink, eat, meet and explore.

Enjoy one-night-only themed events and activities for adults in one of our core galleries.

Drinks and light fare available for purchase. Please note that these events are limited to designated galleries and are not museum-wide. $10 per person | 19+ Two pieces of ID required for entry

Night Shift

Join us for a museum-wide party with music, performances and adult-only activities.

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On the Home Front Get into the swing of life on the home front, with all of its rations, precautions and style.

November 8 I 5:15–7:00 pm Old Town Extreme Journey to some of BC’s most extreme environments and marvel at what can survive in these hostile conditions.

November 22 I 5:15–7:00 pm Natural History gallery

Fieldtrippers

Join us for themed outdoor field trips led by museum staff and community collaborators.

Wear suitable footwear and be prepared for rain. By donation.

Suggested $5 per person.

Walking Victoria’s Great War Join Royal BC Museum associate registrar and military historian Paul Ferguson on a two-hour, three-kilometre traipse about Victoria to discover the city’s connection to World War I. We’ll stop at significant buildings and locations and end up at the BC Legislative Buildings.

November 24 I 1:00–3:00 pm Meet at the carillon, on the Royal BC Museum grounds 12

Sex in the Sand Join Heidi Gartner, invertebrates collection manager, Dr. Joel Gibson, curator of entomology, and a CRD regional parks interpreter and learn about the fascinating world of invertebrate reproduction. We’ll search the rare dune environment and intertidal zone for flying and marine invertebrates. You can leave your (nature-nerd) hats on!

February 24 I 1:00–2:30 pm Meet at the picnic shelter by the parking lot of Island View Beach Regional Park

Curious Collections: A Seniors On-Site Program

Discuss, share and learn using objects from the Royal BC Museum’s education collection during a private, facilitated one-hour hands-on session. This program is for groups and should be booked with at least two weeks’ advance notice. $10 per participant Maximum 10 per group No charge for accompanying caregivers

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Group programs can be booked by contacting our booking office at rbcm_groups@ royalbcmuseum.bc.ca.

Team-Building Workshop

Bring your team to the museum for a three-hour team-building workshop. Your group will go behind the scenes then up to a gallery before working in small groups to create your own mini-displays. This workshop will challenge your creativity, communication and team spirit. $1,000 per group Maximum 20 participants Group programs can be booked by contacting our booking office at rbcm_groups@ royalbcmuseum.bc.ca.

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ALL AGES

Lest We Forget: Remembrance Commemorations

Join us for performance-based presentations by musicians, singers and storytellers. Stay tuned for more information.

November 11 I 12:00–3:00 pm Free

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Pathway to the Afterlife: An Interactive Event

The Egyptians had a vivid understanding of the afterlife and rich, complex rituals to ensure the soul (called the Ka) arrived there.

Join us for a mock Egyptian funeral, organized by Camosun College’s Anthropology of Death class. In exploring the various steps of the Egyptian funeral process, you will learn about the importance of mummification, why particular grave goods were included in the tomb and the elaborate ceremonies that helped transform the mortal

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pharaoh into a divine ancestor prepared for a journey to the afterlife and an eternity spent there. This interactive event takes place within and just outside the Egypt: The Time of Pharaohs exhibition, with a facilitated discussion at the end of the event.

November 24 I 1:00–3:00 pm Included with admission or membership

12th Annual Carol-Along with the Carillon

Gather under the Netherlands Centennial Carillon with your fellow singers, family, friends and

pooches. Provincial Carillonneur Rosemary Laing will accompany the choir in a one-of-a-kind carolling party. Hot chocolate and cookies help to make the season bright, and at the end of the 45-minute set, the carillon is lit up for the holidays.

December 2 I 4:30–5:15 pm Free

Father Christmas in Old Town

Visit with Father Christmas in Old Town, have your photo taken and share your holiday wishes.

December 1–2, 7–9, 14–16 11:00 am – 3:00 pm Included with admission or membership Photos by donation

Christmas in Old Town

Take in the sights and sounds of Christmas long ago. Visit the woodcobbled streets lined with festive garlands and see the shops decked in seasonal finery.

November 11 – January 9 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Included with admission or membership

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Helmcken House OldFashioned Christmas

Step through the doors of the oldest house in British Columbia still on its original site and experience what Christmas would have been like in Victoria more than 100 years ago.

Decorations, music and firsthand accounts will take you back to Christmas past. St. Ann’s Schoolhouse will also be open.

December 17–31 12:00–4:00 pm Included with admission or by donation

Letter-Writing Week

The New Year is a great time to make a resolution to slow down.

What better way to do so than to put away your smartphone, sit down and write a letter at our letter-writing booth? We provide the paper, the pens, the envelopes and even the stamps.

Who knows, the letter you write could one day be part of our archives!

January 2–11 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Included with admission or membership

Family Day

Join us for a Learning Centre design playdate. The Royal BC Museum is in the process of developing an inclusive learning centre, a hub for learning and sharing for museum visitors of all ages. Drop in to playfully test out ideas for programming and contribute your thoughts and ideas on how to create a centre that feels relevant and exciting for your family.

February 18 I 1:00–3:00pm Included with admission or membership

Early Shift: Party Like It’s 1999 (BC)

On the last day of 2018, join us in the Egypt: The Time of Pharaohs exhibition at a party fit for the gods. Our annual family-oriented party will be an ancient frolic, with music, activities and games for all ages.

December 31 I 6:00–8:30 pm $24 per adult, $16 per youth Kids five and under are free

Fill your tank with some of Victoria’s tastiest grub at the Royal BC Museums back courtyard. Enjoy amazing selection of food trucks and carts, then stay and enjoy our welcoming eating area. Truck on over soon!

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BC ARCHIVES PROGRAMS

Walking Tour Highlighting Local Historical Buildings

Join the Greater Victoria Public Library and the BC Archives on a walking tour of downtown Victoria, with a focus on local buildings both public and private and their fascinating histories. To extend your understanding of the area’s history, attend the BC Archives workshop the following week.

September 8 11:00 am – 12:30 pm Registration required through the GVPL website Meeting at Greater Victoria Public Library central branch courtyard

Discovering Historical Buildings at the BC Archives

Victoria is filled with interesting old buildings, from the grand and stately to the colourful and quirky. It’s often easy to tell what goes on behind the doors today, but have you ever wondered what stories lie behind some of the older facades? This workshop will explore the tools used to research the structures around us, including photographs, blueprints, fire insurance maps and more. From heritage homes to public spaces, each building

has a much deeper history than its bricks and mortar.

September 15 10:00 am – 1:00 pm $30 per person

BC Archives Pub Quiz

Celebrate Archives Week with a pint during our traditional British-style pub quiz. Questions will relate to our collections and to BC history, but you don’t have to be an expert in either to join the fun! Bring a team or join a group when you arrive.

November 23 I 5:15–7:00 pm $10 per person Old Town

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LECTURES

Beneath the Sands Live @ Lunch of Egypt: Exploration Find out what’s happening the museum and archives and Discoveries in the at in these monthly talks Valley of the Kings featuring curators, staff and This lecture is presented

by Dr. Donald Ryan, an archaeologist and Egyptologist, who has made multiple excavations in the Valley of the Kings, including one that resulted in the rediscovery of a tomb containing the mummy identified as that of Hatshepsut.

September 20 I 7:00–9:00 pm $20 per person Newcombe Conference Hall 18

researchers. First Wednesday of each month. By donation.

Rafting the Pacific: The Biological Story of the 2011 Japanese Tsunami Marine Debris Dr. Henry Choong, curator of invertebrates, will highlight the newest collection of Japanese tsunami marine debris and what it tells us about ocean environments. While you’re

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here, visit the Pocket Gallery to see more about this collection.

September 5 I 12:00–1:00 pm Women’s History Month Join our panel of three museum staff members for a talk highlighting women who have worked at the Royal BC Museum and BC Archives or whose records are held here. How have their legacies impacted us, and what are some of the challenges they may have faced?

October 3 I 12:00–1:00 pm

A Case of Un(convent)ional Women: The Sisters of St. Ann Carey Pallister, province archivist for the Sisters of St. Ann, will talk about the legacy the sisters have left after 160 years of service to the province of BC, Alaska and beyond. Arriving in Victoria in June 1858 as primarily a teaching mission, the sisters expanded into health care, eventually owning and operating 31 schools and 10 hospitals. Carey will also showcase the outreach kits created for the sisters’ 160th anniversary.

November 7 I 12:00–1:00 pm A New Direction for Paleontology Meet Dr. Victoria Arbour, the newest curator at the Royal BC Museum, and find out about our plans for the future of research and the paleontology collection.

December 5 I 12:00–1:00 pm

significant areas along the BC coast. In July 2018, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, the Haida Nation, Oceana Canada and Ocean Networks Canada embarked on an expedition to explore seamounts near the islands of Haida Gwaii. Discover what they found and the role the Royal BC Museum plays in safeguarding these specimens.

Special date January 16 I 12:00–1:00 pm Ancient Migrations and Modern Genetics Curator of Archaeology Grant Keddie will reveal how our emerging knowledge of the

function of specific genes and the interactions of the human microbiome allows for the development of new ways of interpreting the essence of who we are.

February 6 I 12:00–1:00 pm A Grey Whale Tale Dr. Gavin Hanke, curator of vertebrates, will reveal the details of our newest mega-acquisition — a Grey Whale skeleton. Its journey has been a long one, from flensing and burying to unwrapping and arrival at the museum.

March 6 I 12:00–1:00 pm

Exploring the Deep: BC Seamounts Seamounts—underwater mountains that rise more than 1,000 metres (3,280 feet) from the seafloor—are offshore biodiversity hotspots. Very little is known about these ecologically For more information and to purchase tickets visit royalbcmuseum.bc.ca/calendar

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Friends of the BC Archives Lecture Series

Presentations are offered throughout the year on topics connected with the BC Archives and the history of the province. Lectures are on the third Sunday of every month and are free for members of the Friends of the BC Archives or $5 for non-members, payable in cash at the door.

Frederick Dally: Conservation and Exhibition of 19th-Century Photo Albums The Royal BC Museum’s paper conservator, Lauren Buttle, will describe some of the historical background and conservation work leading to the upcoming exhibition Small Piece of Glass: 20

Photographs by Frederick Dally, 1866–1870. Dally was a talented photographer who moved to Victoria during the height of the gold rush. This exhibition will examine the historical importance of his short but prolific career in early Canadian photography.

Buttle will discuss the conservation considerations and behind-the-scenes preparations for such a display. She will also provide advice on caring for your own historical records and photo albums.

September 16 I 2:00–3:30pm Julia W. Henshaw: Writer– Botanist–War Hero of a Century Ago Michael Kluckner, heritage activist, artist and author, will discuss his new biography of Julia W. Henshaw. Henshaw

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was one of few women in the first years of the 20th century to make a living as a writer, publishing as both a journalist and a novelist. She was also known for her lectures, particularly on her botanical study of the Selkirk and Rocky Mountains. She won the Croix de Guerre for her work driving ambulances and evacuating civilians from the Western Front in 1918. A unique and colourful personality, her death in 1937 was front-page news in Vancouver.

October 21 I 2:00–3:30pm The Making of Countdown to Sanctuary Wood Cliff Caprani, historian and documentary filmmaker, will show his acclaimed film about Sidney Rich (1893–1916).

Born in Ladner, Rich attended school in Victoria and worked for a firm of land surveyors before enlisting in the Victoriabased 48th Battalion of the CEF. Countdown to Sanctuary Wood reconstructs Rich’s life in Victoria and his movements overseas, in army training camps in England and on the battlefields of Belgium, where he was eventually

killed. The film is based on extensive archival research and incorporates material from the BC Archives collections.

Caprani will be joined by Kathy Cuthbert, the film producer, in discussing the research behind the film.

November 18 I 2:00–3:30pm Megadevelopment in the Peace River District Dr. Frank Leonard, adjunct associate professor in history at the University of Victoria, will give a presentation on Axel Wenner-Gren, a Swedish entrepreneur who collaborated with BC premier W.A.C. Bennett on proposed megaprojects in the Peace River District.

January 20 I 2:00–3:30pm Infidels and the Damn Churches: Irreligion and Religion in Settler British Columbia Dr. Lynne Marks of the University of Victoria History Department will speak about the archival research behind her 2016 book Infidels and the Damn Churches: Irreligion and Religion in Settler British Columbia.

February 17 I 2:00–3:30pm

TURNING EVENTS INTO UNFORGETTABLE OCCASIONS Experience the majestic natural beauty, diverse culture and exquisite tastes of British Columbia all in one evening. Whether it’s a dinner for 10 or a reception for 2,000, you’ll have a unique BC experience.

To customize your event please contact Venue Rentals 250-387-5745 venuerentals@royalbcmuseum.bc.ca

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SCHOOL PROGRAMS

Professional Development Day

Historical Thinking Winter Institute The Royal British Columbia Museum, Canada’s National History Society, and the Historical Thinking Project are excited to offer a two-day historical thinking symposium for K-12 teachers, museum educators, graduate students, and historians. The symposium will focus on enhancing understanding and expertise in designing courses, lessons, projects and programs that 22

explicitly focus on teaching and assessing historical thinking.

February 15–16, 9:00am – 4:00 pm Check back for pricing Our school programs are designed to provide a dynamic menu of options for students and teachers, to nurture a life-long love of learning and to ignite inquiry about museum objects and ideas.

Learning Labs

Learning Labs are inquiry-based and staff-led, investigating big ideas with the

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galleries as a backdrop. $99 per class Governance and Beyond Presented in partnership with the Parliamentary Education Office, this lab explores the different systems of governance, beginning with Indigenous ways of knowing and being. This day-long lab starts at the Royal BC Museum and finishes across the street at the Legislative Assembly of BC. Students will be able to experience the processes of governance from diverse perspectives and across multiple institutions.

October to March

From the Beginning: Origin Stories and Indigenous Culture Presented in partnership with the University of Victoria’s Legacy Galleries, this lab will focus on alternative histories and narratives of origin. Through art and belongings, students will explore stories of connection to the earth, interconnection through families and clans, and the role of oral and visual storytelling and teachings.

March to May

and biodiversity, from the Ice Age to the present day, and they are reminded that life in BC and on the planet has been shaped and changed by processes in constant motion. This tour will help students and teachers establish connections between mathematics and science and consider how these disciplines help us understand change in BC’s natural history.

October to May

Gold Rush: Photography and Memory This lab will look at how we read photographs and how that process can help us better understand history. The tour will incorporate historical thinking concepts such as ‘change and continuity’ and ‘historical perspectives’. It will be presented primarily in the gold rush displays of the Becoming BC gallery.

October to May

Predator versus Prey: The Case of the Cougar This lab introduces students to the predators and prey of British Columbia, with a special focus on the complicated relationship between cougars and humans.

Students will discover what makes a successful hunter, how animals protect themselves from predation and how humans complicate food webs and predator-prey relationships.

October to May

The Numbers of Nature “Change is the only constant in BC’s natural history.” This statement greets all visitors to the Natural History gallery, and the gallery clearly illustrates the concept. Visitors learn about mass extinctions, climate change

Exploring BC Through the Past, Present and Future This lab focuses on the curricular competencies of continuity and change, as well as historical evidence. Through your guided visit, we will be examining and handling BC artifacts, exploring

the museum and thinking about what these artifacts might be like in the future. This handson experience will appeal particularly to grades K–3.

October to May Ethics: Dialogue and Debate In this lab, students will engage in ethical dialogue, using the museum’s core galleries to understand how we can make ethical decisions in our everyday lives. The focus of this lab will be on understanding ethics through discussion and debate.

We may address topics like Truth and Reconciliation, pipelines, environmental stewardship and representation, in museums and beyond.

October to May Simple Machines This lab is designed to introduce students to the simple machines found within the gallery. By the end of the tour, students will be able to identify the six basic simple machines, explain their uses and find them in the gallery.

Students will also be able to make connections between what they have seen in the gallery and what can be found in their own classrooms and homes.

October to June

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Learning Labs continued...

The Power of Cartography: Mapping BC Maps are social constructions.

They can represent power or exclusion, telling us what was significant to the people who made them. We’ll explore the many historical maps in the galleries, learning about their creators, what they included and what they excluded as we begin to inquire into the historical significance of maps in BC. October to May

Reading an Object This lab encourages students to explore the meaning and purpose behind museums. Old Town (in the Becoming BC gallery) provides a window into the past and offers an opportunity to examine which stories the museum presents and with what objects. Students will be encouraged to ask questions and think critically about the importance of heritage and the role of preservation in nurturing an understanding of the past.

October to May

Helmcken Christmas This lab looks at the Christmas traditions of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Using material from the Royal BC Museum and BC Archives collections, the program encourages students to explore the ways in which Christmas in Victoria (and British Columbia) was celebrated, all within the historically significant Helmcken House. Students will also have the opportunity to relive early Victorian school days in the historic St. Ann’s Schoolhouse.

December The Ceremonies and Science of Seasons This lab will explore the social studies and science of the seasons with a focus on First Peoples’ perspectives. How did First Peoples view the thirteen phases of the moon in a lunar cycle? When is it safe to harvest the bark of a cedar tree? Why do frogs signify the arrival of spring? These questions and many more will be addressed in the museum’s First Peoples, Our Living Languages and Natural History galleries. Recommended for students K–3.

October to May

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Learning Labs continued...

Let’s Talk This lab is up to you. Give us a sense of what you want, and we’ll work with you to create something that fits your class’s needs. If your class is visiting from outside Greater Victoria, we can provide an introduction to the museum and behindthe-scenes access, while leaving plenty of time for open exploration of the museum.

Contact Chris O’Connor, learning program developer, at coconnor@royalbcmuseum.bc.ca for more information.

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Trailhead Tuesdays and Thursdays

If you are bringing your class on a self-guided visit to the museum, consider coming on a Tuesday or Thursday. From April to June, we will have activity stations for classes, presented by trained volunteer educators.

Our Tuesday theme, Thinking Like a Historian, will involve thought-provoking activities in the Becoming BC gallery to encourage students in the process of making sense of history. Our Thursday theme, Thinking Like a Scientist, will involve exciting hands-on

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activities in the Natural History gallery, inviting students to consider the different ways scientists understand the world.

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Inquiry Guides

Self-guided resources for the core galleries and special exhibitions are available.

Look for age-appropriate K–2, 3–7 and 8–12 scaled guides on our website.

Home Learners Series

The Archaeology of Spaces Archaeologists find and collect objects in order to learn more about past societies. But what about the spaces these objects came from? What can they tell us about their societies? And what enables structures to endure in some locations but not others? In this fall home learners block, we will explore the unique spaces left behind by the ancient Egyptians. We will examine the preservation of structures and how environmental factors impact their endurance,

especially in contrast to the conditions in other areas across the globe. Home learners will also have an opportunity to create their own space or structure that should stand the test of time.

November 16, 23, 30 and December 7 I 10:00 am – 12:00 pm or 1:00–3:00 pm $75 per participant Designed for ages 8–14

Digital Field Trips

Can’t get here in person?

No problem. All you need is an internet connection and

computer with a camera. We offer Digital Field Trips for classrooms to make connections with our collections and the work of the museum in conjunction with the science and social studies curriculums. All Digital Field Trips include pre- and post-visit support.

Digital Field Trips are also available to community groups and learners of all ages! $60 for a Virtual Gallery Tour; $99 for Thinking Like a Scientist, Thinking Like a Historian or Learning about BC First Nations programs.

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GALLERY PROGRAMS

Hands On in the Galleries

Gallery Tours

Behind-the-Scenes Tours

Check our website for tour topics, times and meeting locations. Included with admission or membership.

Check out our ongoing activities and the ‘closer look’ stations located throughout our galleries, hosted by our knowledgeable volunteers.

Experience the working environments of our talented researchers and staff. Tours are limited to 10 people. Destination Canada has identified these amazing tours as a Canadian Signature Experience.

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Join us for engaging volunteer-led tours through our core galleries and learn about the fascinating natural history and human history of BC. Year-round

For more information and to purchase tickets visit royalbcmuseum.bc.ca/calendar

Staff-Led Tours

If you want to explore even further, book a special staff-led tour of the galleries.

Year-round $80 per group of 10 $10 per person for additional guests

Home Is Where the Heart Is: Understanding Immigrant Experiences in British Columbia’s History This tour will explore histories of immigrant communities in British Columbia and their immense contributions to the development of the province and nation.

Uncover complicated narratives of settlement, intercultural communication and historical wrongdoings represented (or not) in the museum’s galleries.

We’re All in This Together: Biodiversity of BC in a Changing World BC is home to an incredible abundance of plants and animals, but why do we have a wider variety here than in other parts of Canada or the world?

During this tour we will explore the reasons why BC has such exceptional biodiversity and how our quickly changing planet will continue to impact that diversity.

Embracing both scientific and cultural perspectives, we will examine the myriad ways biodiversity is important to us as humans and how changes to global ecology will resonate in our everyday lives.

For more information and to purchase tickets visit royalbcmuseum.bc.ca/calendar

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This groundbreaking exhibition celebrates the resilience and diversity of First Nations languages in BC in the face of change. Learn what First Nations communities throughout the province are doing to help their languages survive and flourish, in this beautifully designed exhibition space featuring original First Nations artwork and interactive stations.

In partnership with

Sponsored by

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Experience a time when civilization grew along the Nile, pyramids dotted the skyline and people believed gods walked among us.

With more than 300 original artifacts, some an astounding 4,500 years old, this exhibition covers all aspects of ancient Egyptian life, from the emergence of ancient Egyptian civilization along the Nile to the Ptolemaic and Roman eras.

Be among the first in North America to see this staggering exhibition’s priceless ancient artifacts, such as the coffin of Nakht, an exceptional bust of Hatshepsut and an ornate gold and garnet necklace from the Ptolemaic period.

The exhibition has been produced as a joint venture between Lokschuppen Rosenheim, the University of Aberdeen Museums, the Roemer- und Pelizaeus Museums Hildesheim and MuseumsPartner Austria.

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Detail © Qing Lin

Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2017

Detail © Laura Albiac Vilas Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2017 Detail © Sergey Gorshkov Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2017

Experience the wonders of nature through the lenses of award-winning photographers from around the world. Now in its 53rd year, the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition showcases a global selection of outstanding nature photography. Each photo is presented in a huge backlit display with a caption exploring the image’s compelling story. Travelling from London’s Natural History Museum, this exhibition takes viewers on a visual journey around the world, bringing the talent and vision of each photographer closer to all who visit. The images evoke a wide range of emotions but are always visually stunning and thoughtprovoking. A family favourite.

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FEBRUARY 15 – MARCH 24, 2019 GET TICKETS >

ONLINE RESOURCES

The Learning Portal

Discover BC through the lens of the museum and archives’ extensive collections, research and partnerships, all in one place.

The Learning Portal is a dynamic and intuitive online resource designed to engage visitors in many different ways. Featuring spectacular audio and video content, captivating images and compelling articles, the Learning Portal encourages imagination, engagement and curiosity.

Follow your curiosity now >

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3D Beetle Collection

Have you ever wondered what a scarab looks like up close? Take advantage of our online exhibition of BC’s most fascinating beetle specimens in stunning, interactive 3D. By examining these specimens online, you’ll get an intimate, behind-the-scenes glimpse into our entomology collection.

Discover, compare and study these insects from the comfort of your own home today.

Explore online now >

For more information and to purchase tickets visit royalbcmuseum.bc.ca/calendar

100 Objects of Interest

Our mission is to promote an understanding of the living landscapes and cultures of British Columbia. From the wild to the weird, the objects in our collects speak volumes, helping us to understand our past, present and future.

Handpicked from among more than 6,000,000 objects in our collection, 100 Objects of Interest presents 100 highlights from the museum and archives.

Discover our collections >

Staff Profiles

Ever wonder who’s behind the research, collections, exhibitions and archives at the Royal BC Museum? Meet the incredible passionate staff who bring BC’s stories to life. In these profiles you’ll discover the stories, education and areas of interest of our staff, some of whom have been working here for more than 40 years! Read about their experiences working at the museum and archives and get a glimpse behind-the-scenes Learn more >

Search Collections

The Royal BC Museum and Archives acquires and preserves more than 7 million objects, records and specimens. Whether you’re a seasoned genealogist, a student researcher or someone interested in BC’s history, we have the resources to help you access our diverse collections.

From our website you can search our collections, order copies of select documents and contact our permissions officer.

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PUBLICATIONS

The Collectors A History of the Royal British Columbia Museum and Archives Dr. Patricia E. Roy $39.95 | ISBN 978-0-7726-7200-1

For more than 130 years, the Royal British Columbia Museum and Archives has preserved and presented the province. From the glass cases of 1886 to the always-on digital archives of the present day, The Collectors tells the story of the museum and archives, a story of continuity and change, of quirks and curiosities, and of the fascinating characters and enduring themes that have shaped one of British Columbia’s most distinguished institutions.

Available October 2018

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For more information and to purchase tickets visit royalbcmuseum.bc.ca/calendar

The Language of Family Stories of Bonds and Belonging $27.95 ISBN 978-0-7726-7052-6

The Sustainability Dilemma Essays on British Columbia Forest and Environmental History $34.95 ISBN 978-0-7726-6974-2

Kwädąy Dän Ts’ìnchį Teachings from Long Ago Person Found

Highlights

Edited by Richard J. Hebda, Sheila Greer and Alexander P. Mackie

Royal British Columbia Museum and Archives

$49.95 I ISBN 978-0-7726-6699-4

$14.95 ISBN 978-0-7726-6733-5

Many years ago, a young man set out on a voyage through the mountains but failed to reach his destination. The discovery of the Kwädąy Dän Ts’ìnchį man raised many questions but his remains, preserved in glacial ice, offered answers, too. This comprehensive collaboration describes not only a portrait of an individual and his world, but also how diverse ways of knowing can complement each other to provide new understanding of our complex histories.

These Royal BC Museum publications, along with many others, are available for purchase online, at the Royal Museum Shop or at your local bookstore.

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ACCESSIBILITY

Greater Victoria Public Leisure Library Culture and Assistant’s Pass With presentation of a Recreation Pass

Every year the Royal BC Museum provides 20 complimentary Family Memberships to the Greater Victoria Public Library for the Culture and Recreation Pass program. The memberships are available on loan for a week to anyone with a Greater Victoria Public Library card.

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Leisure Assistant’s Pass (provided through Recreation Integration Victoria), an assistant accompanying a person with a disability receives complimentary admission to the museum.

For more information and to purchase tickets visit royalbcmuseum.bc.ca/calendar

First Nations

The Royal BC Museum acknowledges its location in the traditional territories of the Lekwungen (Songhees and Xwsepsum) First Nations. BC residents identifying as First Nations receive complimentary access to the museum during regular operating hours.

Please see the admissions desk for more information.

School Programs

The Royal BC Museum is an institution that values a sense of discovery and nurtures a community of learners.

Exchange and dialogue form the foundation of the learning department here at the Royal BC Museum. Our offerings are tailored to students and teachers with a range of interests in content and museum engagement, from guided school tours to self-guided inquiry sheets and from professional development day offerings for teachers to gallery animation stations. We accept bookings for BC school groups Tuesdays through Sundays. Contact our booking office at rbcm _groups@royalbcmuseum.bc.ca.

Outreach Kits

Can’t make it to the Royal BC Museum—let us come to you.

Collections and resources for schools, community groups and seniors are available for loan. Check our website for more information at royalbcmuseum.bc.ca/outreach.

MEMBERS GET ALL THE PERKS! A family membership gives you the ultimate value. Get unlimited admission to our core galleries and feature exhibitions, including Egypt: The Time of Pharaohs On until December 31, 2018 Wildlife Photographer of the Year February 15 – March 24, 2019 Maya: The Great Jaguar Rises Opens May 17, 2019

Join today rbcm.ca/visit/join For more information and to purchase tickets visit royalbcmuseum.bc.ca/calendar

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Contact the Royal BC Museum More information about Royal BC Museum exhibitions, galleries, collections, programs, research and publications and corporate information is available at royalbcmuseum.bc.ca Royal BC Museum 675 Belleville Street, Victoria, BC V8W 9W2 250-356-RBCM (7226) Toll-free: 1-888-447-7977 reception@royalbcmuseum.bc.ca

Support us

A donation to the museum and archives is an investment in British Columbia. The Royal BC Museum has an annual funding gap of 23%.

Donations help us fill this gap so that visitors can benefit from our collections and research.

Consider making a donation today.

Call 250-387-7222 or email donate@royalbcmuseum.bc.ca

Members get all the perks!

Members enjoy unlimited access to feature exhibitions, 10% programs and events, exclusive Kids’ Club program and more.

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