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Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre

February 25th, 2026

 

Upcoming Programs

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Upcoming Events

Still Life Painting Workshop

Join Rebecca Fux at the Rossland Seniors Centre on Friday, March 13th for a guided painting workshop! The subject will be a still life composed of some of Rebecca’s favourite objects from our collection. Any and all levels of painting experience are welcome. Rebecca will be there to provide guidance and some technical skills, but her primary goal is to encourage creative expression and fun. Space is limited — sign up today!

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March Speaker Series with Terry LePage: The Klister Klub

Come out to the Museum at 6 pm on Thursday, March 26th, to hear long-time Klister Klub member Terry Lepage share some of the lore of this long-standing Rossland institution and the members who contributed so much to the Red Mountain ski area.

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Easter Egg Hunt

Join us on Saturday, April 4th for our Annual Easter Egg Hunt — a day filled with egg hunts, spring-themed crafts and races, face painting, activities, and more!

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2026 Earth Day

On Wednesday, April 22nd, stop by the Museum for some excellent Earth Day ecological explorations! We'll be open by donation, 10 am to 5 pm, so you can visit our current travelling exhibit from the Royal BC Museum — BC’s Marvellous Mushrooms — then choose your fungi-fueled adventure.

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Renewal Updates

We're in the Final Stretch! The Rossland Museum Renewal Project is almost ready to break ground on Phase Two – The Mine Experience. We are submitting our building permit in the coming weeks, hiring our Construction Manager, and preparing to mobilize for construction in early spring. With designs complete and exhibition design in its final stages, this once‑in‑a‑generation project is moving from planning to reality.

We have secured $5.2M toward this transformational phase. With additional planning costs, rising construction prices, and updated code and infrastructure requirements, we are seeking additional support from our community, businesses, and partners to fully fund construction and keep the project on schedule.

You can support the Renewal Project by:

  • Making a one‑time or monthly donation

  • Becoming a leadership or major donor

  • Exploring corporate sponsorship or naming opportunities

This is Rossland’s story. This is Rossland’s museum. Your support today will help bring the Mine Experience to life for future generations.

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New Essay: Chinese New Year in Early Rossland

Did you know that February 17th marked the start of the Lunar New Year? Chinese New Year celebrations are among the few moments when Chinese residents appear in Rossland’s historical record in any meaningful detail. By examining these accounts critically and comparing them to traditional celebrations, we can better understand how Chinese migrants preserved their cultural identity. Despite discrimination and isolation, they maintained their traditions, adapted to new conditions, and built community far from home.

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Collection Highlights

2011.2.1 - Smoosh Race Trophy

  • Used at the Winter Carnival from 1948-1960

  • Smoosh Race involved teams of 3-4 people strapping their feet to two 2x4 boards and going as quickly as they could down the course

  • One of two wooden Winter Carnival trophies in the collection

1967.274.1 - 1899 Canadian Ski Jumping Championship Medal

  • Won by Olaus Jeldness for a winning jump of 49 feet

  • Olaus also won the championship in 1898 and 1900

  • The individuals who placed in these early Winter Carnival competitions were all awarded medals that they could keep. In contrast, they could only keep the trophy if they won three years in a row!

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Museum Shop Highlights

It’s Black History Month! Check out our book section for more history and context about Black settler experiences in Canada.

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In Case You Missed It…

Upcoming Outreach Exhibits: BC Winter Games

The BC Winter Games are almost here and we can't wait! We’ve been gearing up to bring some great outreach exhibits to downtown Rossland, highlighting some of the events featured at the Games. Stop by the Museum or check out our website to learn more!

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Rossland Memories Update: Gael Fisher

Gael Fisher (née Gibson) talks about her life in Rossland. Topics include recreational activities like skiing and golfing, the Hunter Brothers, Rossland Winter Carnival, the 1968 du Maurier International, and Mater Misericordiae Hospital.

If you have a story to share with the Museum, please get in touch. Learn more about our Rossland Memories project - including ways you can help! - on our website.

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