We are bidding a heartfelt farewell to our Operations & Marketing Manager, Fiona, as she steps into an exciting new chapter as the new Executive Director for the Mackin House Museum with the Coquitlam Heritage Society!

We’re thrilled to share that progress continues on our Renewal Project: Phase 2 — the Mine Experience. We’ve been working on this project for a while — so where are we now?

Curious about what our summer students have been up to? Make the Museum part of your Columbia Basin Culture Tour to find out all about it! We'll be open by donation all weekend, Saturday and Sunday, August 8-9th, so stop in to learn about the history and culture of Rossland.

Looking for the ultimate family plan this BC Day? Stop in to the Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre for some exploration and family-friendly fun!

Monday, August 3rd | 10 am – 6 pm | Open by Donation

Did you know the Museum is a designated site of the national historic event: the Kootenay Mining Region? We'll be open by donation 10 am to 6 pm this weekend, July 18-19, to celebrate Historic Places Days.

On June 12th, 2026, Grade 3 and 4 students gathered at Glenmerry Elementary School for the first annual South Columbia Regional Heritage Fair. A handful of projects were selected for display in our entrance gallery at the Rossland Museum. They’ll be here until Saturday, June 20th, so stop by to check out the presentations by these local students!

May 17th-23rd, 2026. For BC Museums Week 2026, the theme is “Museums Matter – From Awareness to Action.” We’re open by donation from 10-6 all week. Stop by for a visit!

Drop Off Your Household Batteries at the Museum! The Rossland Museum is joining the Rossland Public Library as a newly designated household battery recycling drop-off spot in partnership with Call2Recycle.

Back by popular demand, Rebecca Fux is leading another art workshop you won't want to miss! Taking inspiration from our temporary exhibit BC's Marvelous Mushrooms, Rebecca will lead a guided instruction on scientific illustrations! Her primary goal remains the encouragement of creative expression and fun. All skill levels are welcome and supplies (and refreshments!) will be provided.