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Summer Fossil Tours
Come join a world famous fossil tour this summer, [...]
We’re Hiring Summer Students!
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Spring Fling and Easter Things
On Saturday, April 1st we’re celebrating spring and Easter [...]
The Museum Gift Shop Update
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Upcoming Exhibit: Dressed for the Occasion
Sea Captain, Tom Cliffe, brought his bride Annie Palmer, [...]
Holiday Closure
The museum will be closed from 1:00pm on Saturday, December 24th until Tuesday, January 3rd. We wish everyone a Happy Holidays, and we’ll see you in 2023!
Looking for Last Minute Christmas Shopping Ideas?
From December 6th through to the 24th, members will receive a 25% discount on most items in our gift shop. This offer does not apply to items already marked down or on consignment. Your valid membership card must be shown at the time of purchase.
Gift Shop Holiday Discount
Annual Members Only Christmas Sale begins. From December 6th through to the 24th, members will receive a 25% discount on most items in our gift shop. This offer does not apply to items already marked down or on consignment. Your valid membership card must be shown at the time of purchase.
Downtown Courtenay Christmas Parade
Join us on 5th Street for this year's Christmas Parade on Sunday, December 4th from 2:00pm - 4:00pm. If you look carefully, you’ll see a familiar fossil in the parade!