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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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Additional Resources for Historical Research

A curated list by the Kamloops Museum and Archives

While the Kamloops Museum and Archives (KMA) offers a treasure trove of historical materials, many other sources for historical research can complement your journey. Fellow museums and archives, community groups, organizations, and online collections provide a wealth of information and unique perspectives on history.

Exploring these resources is not just about enriching your understanding of the past, but also about the thrill of new discoveries. We encourage you to delve into these additional sources to complement your research at the KMA. Each layer of history you uncover is a new adventure, waiting to be explored and shared with the world.

Here are just a few to inspire your research and assist you in your quest for historical discovery:

Secwépemc Museum & Heritage Park

The SMHP works in unity to preserve and revitalize the culture and language of the Secwépemc peoples, for spiritual balance, and to sustain and honour their heritage.

Thompson Nicola Regional Library

The TNRL is dedicated to meeting the learning, reading, and informational needs of residents. They provide resources that educate, and empower, and are a leader in celebrating literacy transforming lives through knowledge.

Thompson Rivers University Libraries

TRU’s Libraries serve the university's students, faculty, alumni, and community in their research needs, and provide guidance and access to academic sources of information.

News Hound

Hosted by the Thompson-Nicola Regional Library and created in partnership with the KMA and other community museums and archives in the TNRD, NewsHound holds thousands of locally published newspapers.

BC Archives

Located within the Royal BC Museum, BC Archives serves as the repository for records of the Government of British Columbia and for records of enduring value to the province.

BC Cemetery Finding Aid

The B.C. Cemetery Finding Aid is a database of surnames, cemetery names, and locations for records and headstone inscriptions within the province of BC.

City Of Kamloops Cemetery Interment Search

Looking for a person buried in Kamloops? Search the City of Kamloops' cemeteries database—it's easy to use and their records go back to 1900.

Canadian Virtual War Memorial

The CVWM is a registry to honour the sacrifices of the more than 118,000 Canadians and Newfoundlanders who have given their lives serving in uniform and RCMP members who lost their lives while on operational police duty.

Geographic Info Services

The City of Kamloops’ GIS Division holds numerous historical and modern maps of Kamloops and the region, some of which are available digitally.

Find A Grave

Find a Grave’s searchable database lists grave sites and memorial listings for cemeteries around the world.

Hudson's Bay Company Archives

The majority of records related to the Hudson’s Bay Company operations across Canada are held at the Archives of Manitoba, with support from the HBC History Foundation.

Kamloops Art Gallery

The Kamloops Art Gallery is a public gallery serving Kamloops and the surrounding Thompson-Nicola Regional District, with a mission of fostering community engagement with art through exhibitions, programs, and collections.

Kamloops (BC) Family History Centre

The local Kamloops branch of the Family History Centre holds resources and provides access to genealogical resources related to FamilySearch and the Family History Library.

Kamloops Family History Society

The Kamloops Family History Society is a non-profit group that promotes and encourages the study of Family History and Genealogy in the Kamloops area.

Kamloops Chinese Cultural Association

The KCCA is a cultural organization working to enhance the heritage of the Chinese community in Kamloops through community projects, events, and outreach.

Kamloops Heritage Railway Park

The Kamloops Heritage Railway Society is a registered charity, which operates steam engine 2141, and specializes in railway history for the Kamloops region.

Kamloops Heritage Society

The Kamloops Heritage Society works to preserve and manage St. Andrews on the Square, Kamloops’ oldest public building, as a community access space.

Kamloops Japanese Canadian Association

The KJCA fosters fellowship among its members, assists in community activities, and furthers interest and participation in Japanese culture and heritage.

Kamloops Sports Hall of Fame

The Kamloops Sports Hall of Fame honours the athletic community of Kamloops for their efforts in bringing our city provincial, national, and/or international recognition.

Library and Archives Canada

LAC acquires, processes, preserves, and provides access to our documentary heritage and serves as the continuing memory of the Government of Canada and its institutions.

Memory BC

MemoryBC is a portal where you can access descriptions of archival materials preserved in repositories throughout the province.

NCTR Archives

The NCTR Archives house more than 5 million records related to the activities of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC) and digital copies of records from archives throughout the country.

Automated Genealogy

Automated Genealogy hosts volunteer-created indices to Canadian Census records, and is provided by Library and Archives Canada.

Rocky Mountain Rangers Museum and Archives

The museum collects and preserves artifacts, documents, records, and material relating to the history of the Rocky Mountain Rangers in peace and war and its history within the context of the military history of Canada.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about visiting the Kamloops Museum and Archives, donating items, accessibility, and more. Whether you’re planning your visit or looking to learn more about the collections and services, we’re here to help you make the most of your experience at the KMA.

The
Archives

The Archives is located on the KMA’s second floor, providing a quiet and comfortable space for visitors to explore the collections. Our curatorial staff is available to assist with inquiries and guide you through the process of accessing archival materials.

Floor 2 | Kamloops Museum
207 Seymour Street (map)
Kamloops, BC V2C 2E7

Learn more about the Archives

The Kamloops Museum and Archives operates as part of the City of Kamloops, on Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc territory within the traditional and unceded lands of Secwépemc Nation, Secwepemcúl’ecw.

Learn About Our Commitment To Ethical Stewardship

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