Museum and Visitor Info Centre
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We have exhibits and offer programs and events that tell you about the rich natural and human history of the region. We are a federally registered charity and a BC registered nonprofit organization. In addition to our exhibits and programs, we have publications and media offering that further tell the story of the area. Contact us if you are interested in tours, what to learn about your family his
tory, view historic photographs from the area. In addition we operate the local visitor centre so if you want to find out about things to do, places to stay, where to eat? Please note, we are a small organization and are not always able to respond or change opening information as quickly as we like. During the off season we are closed on Stat Holidays. When a stat falls on our normal closed day, such as a Monday, we are closed on the Tuesday.
Moss Cottage, West Coast Road, circa 1940.
Identification: Moss Cottage was built from lumber cut in the Muir mill, and was first occupied by James Welsh and his wife Mary Flynn in approximately 1869. It was later lived in by the Gordon family for many years, and the Wadams' among others. It was moved to the site of the Sooke Region Museum in 1977 by the Historical Society.
SRHS # 1130
Museum Hours for this weekend!
Sooke Harbour House grounds, Whiffen Spit Rd., Sooke, circa mid-1920s.
Identification: Harbour House was built in 1931.
“2024 Every Child Matters Orange Shirt Day T-Shirt is designed by Coast Salish artist Simone Diamond. This unique Coast Salish art design features Mother Bear with her two cubs. The canoe on the bottom represents the Journey of motherhood and the role this plays in Indigenous communities.”
All items shown are for sale in the museum gift shop.
Sooke’s centre, Sooke, 1948.
Identification: Photograph has been taken and restored from it’s original format (post card).
SRHS # 742
From the sink to the sea, we all rely on water. This precious resource provides life and inspires innovation. Come visit The Sooke Region Museum at the Sooke Fall Fair to untap the local history between water and technology.
Today, September 7 & Tomorrow, September 8 @ the Sooke Community Hall.
Our new hours start this week!
We’re here all weekend! ☀️
Cougar Annie Tales Happening TONIGHT!!! It’s going to be a great show!
7:30: Opening act - Out of the Woods
8:45: Cougar Annie Tales
We will be selling hot chocolate and other warm drinks. Be sure to dress warm and bring a blanket. The museum, gift shop, and facilities will be open until 10pm. See you there!
Here is a little bit about ‘Out of the Woods’, the opening act for the Cougar Annie Tales show being held at the Sooke Region Museum on Wednesday, August 28, 2024.
Patty Castle and BP Clarke started playing music together in five years ago, comprising two-thirds of the now-retired Victoria alt-folk trio Ozmoses. They reformed and re-emerged from the pandemic as Out of the Woods, an acoustic duo focused on sweet vocal harmonies supported by Patty on stand-up bass and flute, BP on guitar and harmonica. Out of the Woods combines Patty’s folk rock “Woodstock” sensibilities with BP’s blues, country and Americana influences to create a sound that is both thoughtful and soulful, with songs that make you tap your feet and lyrics that make you think.
We hope to see you there!
Local Sooke singer/songwriter/performer Kat Kadoski lived in Clayoquot Sound for three years caretaking Cougar Annie’s garden and immersing herself in the folklore surrounding the legendary pioneer-settler. Drawing upon many sources, including Annie’s family, COUGAR ANNIE uses dramatic narrative, images, letters, and original compositions to celebrate the unconventional life of one of BC’s most colourful characters.
August 28, 2024
7:30pm - Out of the Woods
8:45pm - Cougar Annie Tales (starts at dusk)
$20/adult, $5/child
No ticket presales, as this outdoor event is weather dependent. Payment accepted onsite, cash, credit and debit cards all welcome.
More info on our website here: https://sookeregionmuseum.ca/special-events/
🚨POSTPONED!🚨
Cougar Annie Tales will be postponed until next week, Wednesday, August 28th!
A few snaps from our booth at All Sooke Day this past weekend!
Local Sooke singer/songwriter/performer Kat Kadoski lived in Clayoquot Sound for three years caretaking Cougar Annie’s garden and immersing herself in the folklore surrounding the legendary pioneer-settler. Drawing upon many sources, including Annie’s family, COUGAR ANNIE uses dramatic narrative, images, letters, and original compositions to celebrate the unconventional life of one of BC’s most colourful characters.
August 21, 2024
7:30pm - opening act
8:45pm - Cougar Annie Tales (starts at dusk)
$20/adult, $5/child
No ticket presales, as this outdoor event is weather dependent. If we need to cancel due to poor weather, we will announce that here, as well as on social media. Payment accepted onsite, cash, credit and debit cards all welcome.
More info on our website here: https://sookeregionmuseum.ca/special-events/
There’s only two weeks left to visit the travelling exhibit ‘Visibility / Invisibility Gendered (Re)Orderings’ from the Feminist Imaginary Research Network (FIRN) in collaboration with the International Association of Women’s Museum (IAWM). Last day is August 30, 2024 in our upstairs gallery.
Sooke Region Museum will have a tent at the BC Aviation Museum Open House on Sunday, August 18th from 10am-4pm. Come visit us if you’re in the area!!
All Sooke Day, highjump, 1934.
Identification: Early All Sooke Days had a strong emphasis on sports for young people, rather than only logger sports, as in later years. Seen here is high jump competition.
SRHS # 1773
Local Sooke singer/songwriter/performer Kat Kadoski lived in Clayoquot Sound for three years caretaking Cougar Annie's garden and immersing herself in the folklore surrounding the legendary pioneer-settler. Drawing upon many sources, including Annie's family, COUGAR ANNIE uses dramatic narrative, images, letters, and original compositions to celebrate the unconventional life of one of BC's most colourful characters.
7:30pm - opening act
8:45pm - Cougar Annie Tales (starts at dusk)
$20/adult, $5/child
More info: https://sookeregionmuseum.ca/special-events/
Have you ever wanted to win Best Baby? Now's your chance! Come pose as the Best Baby at All Sooke Day next Saturday, August 17, 2024.
Location: Fred Milne Park 2249 Sooke River Road.
Event runs from 10am-5pm.
All Sooke Day, Sooke flats, 1972.
Identification: Owen Carney and Danny Herrling birling, watched by volunteer Malcolm Dunnett.
We’re in the Canadian Museum Crossword!
Link to the crossword here: https://www.historymuseum.ca/learn/activities/canadian-museum-crossword-2024/
Elida Peers and Adele Lewis holding Fine Arts ‘86 poster, Sooke Region Museum, 1986.
New items in the gift shop! 🍯
📍Sooke Region Museum, 2070 Phillips Rd, Sooke, BC
Indoor exhibits include First Nations basketry and settler history featuring mining, forestry, maritime exhibits, as well as the popular All Sooke Day film. Outdoor exhibits include the Forestry Path, Servants Quarters, the Saga of the Lord Western and the Lighthouse from Triangle Island.
Their Visitor Center is your hub for local hiking tips and insights into nearby attractions, ensuring you make the most of your visit.
Don’t miss the Thursday Night Market—an iconic summer event in Sooke—where you can enjoy local crafts, food, and community spirit.
*Museum entrance by donation
📷 Photo Credit: Vancouver Island Bucket List
Tomorrow! All welcome – we hope you will join us.
Noon-3pm at the Sooke Region Museum.
2070 Phillips Road
Sooke, BC
V9Z0Y3
| Tuesday | 9:30am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 10am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9:30am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9:30am - 5pm |
| Saturday | 9:30am - 5pm |
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The eggs have hatched and the goslings have arrived! What should we name them?
East Sooke scenes, where are they now?
Spring Salmon for the English Car Club at the Sooke Region Museum!
The Forestry Path is really coming along. Definitely worth checking out next time you visit the Museum. Or visit sookeregionmuseum.com to follow the path via the interactive guide.
The refurbishment of the Steam Donkey continues with the placement of the roof. Big thanks to the volunteers, Lions and Vic City Crane!
Our Annual Salmon BBQ & Open House at the Sooke Region Museum! Sunday June 24h from Noon until 2pm!
Our Annual Salmon BBQ & Open House at the Sooke Region Museum! Sunday June 24h from Noon until 2pm!
Seagull Studio Vacation Suite Sooke BC
Dufour Road
Adrena LINE Zipline Adventure Tours
Sooke Road
