Penticton Museum & Archives

Myself and my 3 yo toddler went to the museum today and I was just pleasantly surprised. The Dino dig and the foam block were a hit. He also enjoyed the telephones with animal sounds!

An excellent local museum centrally located in town with other amenities. It might be one of the best laid out museums I have been to, exhibits were well done and organized to great effect.

So so worth visiting this place. Lots of interactive things for kids and learning done.

This was a definite must see. There is so much to look at! The exhibits were super informative and some were interactive. Also a good kid friendly option. There is a whole section for them to play and try things

What a great little museum! Wonderful displays, including one for Penticton veterans. We have been here a couple times…this time it was to donate some artifacts from my family. Highly recommend checking it out!

Nice museum. Easy access from library. Plenty of parking entry by donation. Minimum $2. Lots of things to see. Very well taken care of by friendly staff. I would take anyone here. I plan on coming back. Lots of content and interesting information. Definitely worth $2.

This museum is worth a visit. Lots of historical facts and artifacts of the Okanagan and of course Penticton. There is also a section of hands on learning for the kids. As interesting as it was to see the displays of the the antiques of the settler's, perhaps it would be more appropriate to include even more information and storytelling about the first people's territory this museum is privelaged to be on. Some truth about the genocide and colonization might help.to remind people about what really happened to the sylix, and other bands in the Okanogan. Also I have to mention the live rattlesnake held captive. Honestly it is EXTREMELY cruel, and unnecessary! There are many other ways to teach about this native species. This is an old and barbaric practice. Please do better!

One of the most enjoyable little musems I've visited.

Many exhibits explaining many facets of Penticton history. The staff were very helpful.

This museum is a delight to visit. A must see for families visiting Penticton.