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Welcoming in the New Year
This eye-catching advertisement from the 1926 Comox Argus wished readers compliments of the season. Ernie Macdonald moved to the Comox Valley from Victoria in 1921 and opened Macdonald Electric in downtown Courtenay.
New Exhibit - New Acquisitions
New Acquisitions shines a spotlight on recent donations to the museum collection. This Courtenay Museum curated exhibit is only possible because of the descendants and donors who trust the museum to preserve and interpret the natural and cultural heritage of this region.
From decoy brants to deco lamps and anything in between, this exhibit offers many ways to connect with our community’s past.
Event - Something to Write Home About
The former Post Office building, now home to the Courtenay Museum, turns 100 years old in January 2026. Celebrate this centennial by participating in Universal Letter Writing Week on Saturday, January 17 at the museum. Drop in from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM and put pen to paper.
The museum will provide writing materials and Canadian stamps. Take a few moments to express yourself in handwritten words and, before you know it, you’ve got a letter to post!
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Become a Museum Member
This photo appears in Watershed Moments page 187 and is captioned: “Hikers on Forbidden Plateau, 1946. The back of the original photograph reads: ‘Not bad, eh! Mt. Albert Edward. Forbidden Plateau, 1946. Reg, Ann, Harry, Pat, Mike.’”
Is your membership due for renewal, or are you considering becoming a member?
We’ve made it easier than ever to renew or sign up for a museum membership with our brand-new Membership Program!
Why become a member?
As a member, you’ll also be supporting our work in preserving and sharing stories like those found in the museum's award-winning local history book, Watershed Moments, and its follow-up, Step Into Wilderness.
Whether you’re renewing or joining for the first time, this new process is designed to save you time and keep you connected. Don’t miss out—visit our membership page to renew or sign up today and continue enjoying all the perks of being part of our museum community!
Not a member yet? Visit our membership page to renew or sign up today to enjoy all the perks of being part of our museum community!
From the Archives: Photo of the Month
CDM 994.10.1 Mrs. Jane Childs holding her son Robert, 1906.
You can view more photos like this on our website. Click here to visit our holdings.
Follow the Courtenay Museum on Instagram!
The museum is scheduling lectures and events throughout the year, so follow us on Instagram and stay up to date on all events and news.
Have you visited the museum recently? We’d love to see your photos! Post a pic and tag us with #CourtenayMuseum
We Want Your Feedback
If you’ve been to the museum recently, we’re interested in your feedback. Fill out our short survey to explore what people enjoy and where they’re visiting from.
Click here to take the survey
Museum Funding
In 1961, founders of the Courtenay and District Historical Society began with a regional mandate to create the Courtenay and District Museum (CDM) to collect, preserve and interpret natural and cultural heritage of the Comox Valley. Core values encompass integrity, inclusiveness, community service, rigorous research, objective interpretation and public outreach.
Proud sponsors of the Courtenay & District Museum:
Thank you to the team at ABC Printing & Signs for ongoing fantastic work!
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