Children's Museum
Photo by Tourism Kamloops
The Kamloops Museum and Archives operates as part of the City of Kamloops, on Tk̓emlúps te Secwe̓pemc territory within the traditional and unceded lands of Secwépemc Nation, Secwepemcúl’ecw.
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Museum Hours
Tuesday - Saturday: 9:30am - 4:30pm
Sunday & Monday: Closed -
Archive Hours
Tuesday - Friday: 1:15pm - 4:00pm
Saturday: By Appointment
Sunday & Monday: Closed
(Little) Hands On History
children’s museum | floor one
The Children’s Museum at the Kamloops Museum and Archives is a vibrant, interactive space designed especially for young visitors. Here, children can engage with our region’s rich heritage in playful, spontaneous, and creative ways. Featuring hands-on exhibits and activities, the Children’s Museum encourages curiosity and exploration, making learning both fun and memorable.
Our exhibits are designed to be tactile and engaging, allowing children to touch, play, and interact with various elements that tell the story of Kamloops and its surroundings. Whether it’s through interactive displays, imaginative play areas, or creative arts and crafts, the Children’s Museum offers a dynamic environment where history comes to life.
Upcoming Kids Events
What To Do At The Children's Museum
Perfect for school trips, daycare outings, or family visits, the Children’s Museum provides a space where young minds can discover and connect with the past in an exciting and meaningful way. Join us at the KMA Children’s Museum and watch your little ones embark on a journey of discovery and fun!
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Story Starters: Pillars
Designed to ignite the imagination and kick-start the story-writing process, our Story Starters activity includes a dress-up corner filled with historical costumes, turning them into pioneers, explorers, and more for a fun-filled, imaginative adventure.
If you are an educator curious about our Story Starters Program for your class.
Dress-Up Corner
Dive into our Dress-Up Corner! Kids can choose from a variety of first responder, fairy tale, and local animal costumes to interact with imaginative play.
These costumes are part of our Story Starters Program as well if you are an educator curious about our Story Starters Program for your class.
The Puppet Theatre
Our puppet theatre brings stories to life, offering kids a fun and interactive way to engage with Kamloops’ heritage through playful performances and imaginative play.
Fur Trader's Cabin
Step back in time with Jean Baptiste Lolo’s (St. Paul) Hudson’s Bay Company cabin, built in 1822 and transformed into Kamloops’ first museum in 1937, which is now a star attraction in our children’s museum!
Fur Trader's Tent
Gather around our cozy stuffed fire pit inside the Canvas Fur Traders Tent and journey back to the days of the fur trade. Kids can immerse themselves in the daily life of early traders, making history come alive in a fun and educational setting.
The Confluence Of Rivers Mural
The Confluence of Rivers mural on our floor beautifully showcases Kamloops’ waterways, illustrating the dynamic meeting of rivers that shape our region.
Reading Nook
Relax and explore our cozy reading nook, filled with museum and history-related children’s books and comfy bean bags. It’s the perfect spot for young readers to dive into fascinating stories and learn more about the past in a comfortable, inviting setting.
Felt Board Creations
Our felt board invites kids to create their critters or dolls using colourful felt pieces, sparking creativity and learning about local wildlife in a fun, hands-on way.
Lincoln Log Builder
Unleash your inner architect with our Giant Lincoln Log Building Activity! Kids can immerse themselves in creative play as they construct cabins, forts, and other imaginative structures using oversized Lincoln Logs.
Waterless Table
Our waterless table lets kids explore and play with wooden versions of local animals, offering a hands-on way to learn about Kamloops’ wildlife and stretch their imaginations.
Kamloops Train Table
All aboard! Our wooden train table, featuring a custom map of Kamloops, invites kids to explore and play as they guide trains through our city’s landmarks.
Pollination Station
Buzz over to our Pollinator Station! Kids can learn about the vital role of bees by placing bees and flowers on a colourful board and discovering how pollination works through hands-on, interactive play. It’s a fun way to explore nature and understand the importance of pollinators in our ecosystem.
Farmer's Market
Step into our Farmers Market Cart and Felt Veggie Garden Market Bed! Kids can immerse themselves in a delightful market experience, exploring colourful fruits and vegetables while learning about healthy eating and local farming.
Market Garden *Coming Soon*
The new felt veggie garden market bed offers a hands-on activity where children can plant, harvest, and play with soft, felt vegetables, sparking creativity and an appreciation for gardening.
Magnetic Puzzle
Get ready for some oversized fun with our Giant Magnetic Puzzle! Kids can piece together large, magnetic puzzle pieces to create a captivating scene related to Kamloops’ history and culture.
Magnetic Poetry Board
Ignite your creativity with our Backlit Magnetic Poetry Board! Kids and adults alike can arrange magnetic words on the illuminated board to create poems, stories, and fun phrases. This interactive activity encourages literacy, imagination, and artistic expression, all while providing a unique way to engage with language and storytelling.
Story Starters: Pillars
Designed to ignite the imagination and kick-start the story-writing process, our Story Starters activity includes a dress-up corner filled with historical costumes, turning them into pioneers, explorers, and more for a fun-filled, imaginative adventure.
If you are an educator curious about our Story Starters Program for your class.
Dress-Up Corner
Dive into our Dress-Up Corner! Kids can choose from a variety of first responder, fairy tale, and local animal costumes to interact with imaginative play.
These costumes are part of our Story Starters Program as well if you are an educator curious about our Story Starters Program for your class.
The Puppet Theatre
Our puppet theatre brings stories to life, offering kids a fun and interactive way to engage with Kamloops' heritage through playful performances and imaginative play.
Fur Trader's Cabin
Step back in time with Jean Baptiste Lolo's (St. Paul) Hudson's Bay Company cabin, built in 1822 and transformed into Kamloops' first museum in 1937, which is now a star attraction in our children's museum!
Reading Nook
Relax and explore our cozy reading nook, filled with museum and history-related children's books and comfy bean bags. It's the perfect spot for young readers to dive into fascinating stories and learn more about the past in a comfortable, inviting setting.
Felt Board Creations
Our felt board invites kids to create their critters or dolls using colourful felt pieces, sparking creativity and learning about local wildlife in a fun, hands-on way.
Lincoln Log Builder
Unleash your inner architect with our Giant Lincoln Log Building Activity! Kids can immerse themselves in creative play as they construct cabins, forts, and other imaginative structures using oversized Lincoln Logs.
Waterless Table
Our waterless table lets kids explore and play with wooden versions of local animals, offering a hands-on way to learn about Kamloops' wildlife and stretch their imaginations.
Kamloops Train Table
All aboard! Our wooden train table, featuring a custom map of Kamloops, invites kids to explore and play as they guide trains through our city's landmarks.
Pollination Station
Buzz over to our Pollinator Station! Kids can learn about the vital role of bees by placing bees and flowers on a colourful board and discovering how pollination works through hands-on, interactive play. It's a fun way to explore nature and understand the importance of pollinators in our ecosystem.
Farmer's Market
Step into our Farmers Market Cart and Felt Veggie Garden Market Bed! Kids can immerse themselves in a delightful market experience, exploring colourful fruits and vegetables while learning about healthy eating and local farming.
Market Garden *Coming Soon*
The new felt veggie garden market bed offers a hands-on activity where children can plant, harvest, and play with soft, felt vegetables, sparking creativity and an appreciation for gardening.
Magnetic Puzzle
Get ready for some oversized fun with our Giant Magnetic Puzzle! Kids can piece together large, magnetic puzzle pieces to create a captivating scene related to Kamloops' history and culture.
Magnetic Poetry Board
Ignite your creativity with our Backlit Magnetic Poetry Board! Kids and adults alike can arrange magnetic words on the illuminated board to create poems, stories, and fun phrases. This interactive activity encourages literacy, imagination, and artistic expression, all while providing a unique way to engage with language and storytelling.
Fur Trader's Tent
Gather around our cozy stuffed fire pit inside the Canvas Fur Traders Tent and journey back to the days of the fur trade. Kids can immerse themselves in the daily life of early traders, making history come alive in a fun and educational setting.
Confluence Of Rivers Mural
The Confluence of Rivers mural on our floor beautifully showcases Kamloops' waterways, illustrating the dynamic meeting of rivers that shape our region.
Learn more about our educational programming
All floors of the Kamloops Musteam and Archives, including the Children's Museum, are fully accessible by an elevator.
