Tuesday, October 20, 2009 - Thursday, April 29, 2010
On-site school programs on a variety of subjects have been given every year for nearly 30 years at the Royal BC Museum. Each year programs are given on subjects ranging from pioneer life to marine biology. Programs are offered from the middle of October to the end of April and take place in the museum galleries and classroom.
To register 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, try our new on-line registration system for the most up-to-date program availability. See your school administrator for your school's username and password.
- Program times are flexible and we may be able to accomodate special requests
- We will continue to accept applications/bookings on an ongoing basis until all program opportunities are filled.
- Class fees apply to all programs.
- Once your booking has been processed, you will be sent a confirmation number and letter.
To Register: your class for a school program, or to book a self-conducted visit of the permanent galleries:
Please print and complete this registration form and:
Fax: (250) 387-0102.
Mail: 675 Belleville Street, Victoria, BC V8W 9W2
Drop off at: 675 Belleville Street - Main Reception, Fannin Tower. Office Hours: : Monday to Friday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (closed BC statutory holidays).
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Docent Guided School Programs
Capacity 30 Students unless otherwise noted
Fins, Feathers and Fur - Grades K/1
Class Fee: $60.00
(25 students maximum)
If you are a kindergarten class, please consider booking for a spring session program.
Ever wonder what bear fur feels like, how a barnacle eats, or how an owl flies without making any noise? Using museum specimens, props and activities, this hands-on program will introduce students to the tremendous variety of animals that live in British Columbia. Students will examine an assortment of animals including bears, birds, fish, and insects and learn why these animals have different shapes and sizes. Come and find out how an insect is like a bird, what a mouse and a bear have in common and how insects' eyes are different from ours.
Tuesdays: 1:00 - 2:15
Thursdays: 10:00 - 11:15
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Living and Learning a Century Ago - Grades 2/3
Class Fee: $60.00
What was it like living, learning, working and playing in the days of the early pioneers? Discover the challenges and simple pleasures of the various activities associated with life a century ago. This new program will take place in Helmcken House and St. Ann's Schoolhouse. It will include stations that explore learning in the schoolhouse, parlour games, laundry and kitchen chores. Hands-on activities will demonstrate how the early pioneer lifestyle differs from, or is similar to, life today.
Tuesdays: 10:30 - 11:45
Thursdays: 10:30 - 11:45
*Limited wheelchair/stroller access
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Simon Fraser: Explorer and Fur-Trader - Grades 4/5
Class Fee: $60.00
Simon Fraser is best known for his daring exploration of the great river that bears his name. He has also been called the founding father of BC, because he established the first four forts west of the Rockies: Trout Lake Post, now called Fort McLeod, Fort St. James, Fort Fraser and Fort George. Using a variety of artifacts and furs students will learn about Simon Fraser's explorations in BC and trade between the Europeans and First Peoples.
Wednesdays: 10:00 - 11:30
Thursdays: 10:00 - 11:30
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Our Changing Climate - Grades 4
Class Fee: $60.00
The Earth's climate is changing. It has changed many times in the past and will change again. What will be the consequences of these changes and will we be ready to deal with them? This program looks at the current warming trend, the causes, the consequences and what we can do to mitigate the effects of this warming. Students will also look at weather forecasting, with hands-on demonstrations of equipment, weather maps and types of clouds.
Tuesdays: 10:00 - 11:30
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Wealth from the Ground - Grade 5
Class Fee: $60.00
Gold, the symbol of affluence and power! This program looks at the mineral itself, where to find it, (no we don't have a secret map), and how to mine it. Students will gain an understanding of various mining methods and the importance of mining in the history of the province. They will be able to examine ore and try panning for gold in our sluice box.
Tuesdays: 10:15 - 11:45
*Limited wheelchair/stroller access
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An Old Fashioned Christmas at Helmcken House - will not be offered this school year.