Exhibits & Events
Museum ExhibitsIn a 2000 square-foot gallery space in the Richmond Cultural Centre, the Richmond Museum displays regularly changing exhibits throughout the year that cover a multitude of topics reflecting the society’s mandate. Topics have included, First Nations, Finn Slough, pioneer history, heritage and environmental issues, multiculturalism, aviation, the Interurban railway and archaeology. There are also five display cases on the main floor of Richmond City Hall. Three of the cases feature Gifts to the Mayor; the remaining three have regularly changing topics.
For information on our exhibition program contact our Exhibit and Program Coordinator at 604 247-8333 or by email at exhibits@richmond.ca.
Main Gallery Exhibits
Edo: Arts of Japan's Last Shogun Age
February 9 - May 21, 2012
Richmond Museum is pleased to present this travelling exhibition from the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria. The exhibit examines the society of Edo Japan (1603 - 1868), and explores the vast and unique influence this epoch had on the arts and culture of Japan through art and artefacts from the period.
For self-guided school tours, please contact the Educational Programs Coordinator at 604-247-8334 or museumed@richmond.ca.
Photo (right): Toyohara Kunichika, 1879, woodblock print, The Actor Kaharazaki Shasho in the Role of Reneral Yoshitsune Minamoto
Garden City: Richmond's Agricultural Legacy
June 21 - October 19, 2012
This exhibit explores Richmond’s agricultural industry, from its early days, when settlers were first attracted to Richmond fertile soils, to the modern and prosperous industry it is today. Though Richmond has grown into a vibrant urban centre, a significant portion of Richmond’s land area remains agricultural, and as such, is an important part of the local and regional economy.
City Hall Exhibits
The Richmond - Japan Connection
January 11 - May 20, 2012
This display explores Richmond's Japanese connection through cultural artifacts and photos. By 1878, the first Japanese immigrants to Richmond had arrived, by the 1930’s, 3,500 Japanese descendants had settle here. When World War II broke out, they were forced to move inland. After the War, many families returned to Steveston to fish again. The once proud “Salmon Capital” Steveston has today become a popular tourist destination, and has maintained strong Japanese cultural ties.
Richmond Scouting
May 21 - July 9, 2012
The one hundred year history of scouting in Richmond is explored in this display through a selection of artefacts from the Richmond Museum's collection, and photos from the City of Richmond Archives.
Salmon - The Fish That Built Steveston
July 10 - October 1, 2012
Salmon is at the centre of this display about the history of Steveston and its special relationship with this bountiful fish - from its earliest days as a booming fishing and canning capital, to its emergence as a picturesque tourism destination today.
Doll Collecting
October 2, 2012 - January 14, 2013
From the handcrafted to the latest novelties, this display tells the story of doll collecting and draws upon the Richmond Museum's collection of dolls donated by Richmond residents over the years.
Online Exhibit
In Their Words: The Story of BC Packers
Richmond Museum and Heritage Services has created an online exhibition that documents the history of BC Packers Ltd. through the voices of its workers. This project explores the development and impact of BC Packers Ltd. upon the region's culturally diverse communities. Utilizing oral, visual and textual resources, the stories of the First Nations, Japanese, Chinese, Indo-Canadian and European workers are presented as one story.
The project is being supported by the Department of Canadian Heritage and by numerous community partners including the City of Richmond Archives, the Gulf of Georgia Cannery and School District No. 38.
Visit www.intheirwords.ca for more information.
Museum Events
Richmond Delta Regional Heritage Fair
May 4-5, 2011, Richmond Cultural Centre
Celebrate Canadian history and heritage at the 10th annual Richmond Delta Regional Heritage Fair!
About the Fair
The Fair showcases student research projects on Canadian history and heritage, with themes ranging from Canadian explorers to family histories.
On Friday, May 4: Students are interviewed about their research by a panel of judges drawn from the community, and they also take part in a number 
of history and heritage themed workshops, field trips and performances.
On Saturday, May 5: The public is invited to visit student project displays and participate in a number of free, family-friendly activities and performances. The day culminates in a Closing Awards Ceremony to recognize outstanding student achievement in history education.
How do I get involved?
Are you a teacher or administrator who wants more information about how to register for Heritage Fair 2012? Please contact the Educational Programs Coordinator at museumed@richmond.ca or 604-247-8334.
For more information, please phone 604 247-8333 or write to: doorsopen@richmond.ca
