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Cowichan Valley Museum and Archives

Preserving the History of the Cowichan Valley & Your Heritage within the Archives...

The Cowichan Valley Museum and Archives is a non-profit organization dedicated to safeguarding and sharing the rich history of the Cowichan Valley region. We are operated by the Cowichan Historical Society, which has been at the forefront of historical preservation in the area. Through our museum, archives, and community engagement, we ensure that the stories of the past remain accessible for future generations.


For your family, we offer a range of archival services, including document preservation and digitization, genealogy research, and historic photography restoration. Our team of experts uses the latest technology and techniques to ensure that your family's history is preserved for future generations.

We were founded in 1974 and our mission is to...

Gather and Preserve
Collect and safeguard information, documents, and records connected to the history of the Cowichan Valley.

Maintain and Develop
Operate a museum to preserve and exhibit objects of historical interest and significance.

Promote and Engage
Organize activities that support the education and appreciation of the region’s rich cultural heritage.

Cowichan Historical Society Board of Directors 2024

  • President: Sheila Kitson
  • Vice-President: Keith Price
  • Secretary: Priscilla Lowe
  • Past President: Carolyn Prellwitz
  • Treasurer: Vacant
  • Directors:
    Paul Considine
    Leigh Hirst
    Norm Howrigan
    Larry Kier
    Julie Roome
    Colin Tassin

Become a Member

Join the Cowichan Historical Society and play an active role in preserving the history of the Cowichan Valley. Membership is open to all ages, with a range of rates available:


  • $20 – Adult (under 65)
  • $15 – Senior (65+)
  • $15 – Student (under 25, enrolled in an educational institution)
  • $10 – Youth (under 19, not enrolled in school)
  • $40 – Family (two adults and up to three children under 19)

Membership Benefits

As a member, you'll enjoy a variety of perks, including:


  • Voting rights* at CHS General Meetings (*Members 19 years of age or older only)
  • Select previews of new exhibitions
  • Monthly Society E-newsletters
  • Speakers, presentations, and field trips
  • 10% off purchases in the museum gift shop
  • Archival discounts for printing
  • 20% discount off admission to the BC Forest Discovery Centre
  • 20% off admission to the Aviation Museum of B.C.
  • 20% discount off admission to the Maritime Museum of B.C.
  • 10% off gift shop purchases at the Boundary Museum
  • The satisfaction that your membership dues help support the promotion and work of the Cowichan Historical Society

How to Join or Gift a Membership

You can purchase a membership through various convenient methods:


  • General Meetings of the Cowichan Historical Society
  • Cowichan Valley Museum
    During operating hours at:
    130 Canada Avenue, Duncan, BC
  • Cowichan Valley Museum Archives
    Wednesday and Thursday, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    3rd Floor, Duncan City Hall, Duncan, BC


Our Generous Sponsors

The Cowichan Historical Society thrives thanks to the support of local businesses and individual Society members. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the following sponsors who help make our

work possible:

  • Arbutus Café
  • Beverly Corners Liquor Store
  • Bucky’s Sport Shop, Ltd.
  • Cardino’s Shoes
  • City of Duncan
  • Cloverleaf Paint
  • Country Grocer
  • Cowichan Valley Citizen
  • Cowichan Valley Regional District, Area E
  • Cowichan Valley Voice
  • D. Carroll Plumbing
  • Dobson’s Glass
  • Downtown Duncan Business Improvement Area

  • Duncan Chamber of Commerce
  • Duncan Flying Club
  • Duncan Lions Club
  • Duncan Rotary Club
  • E. J. Hughes Gallery
  • Fabrications
  • Fern & Sage Hair
  • First Memorial Funeral Service
  • 49th Parallel Grocery
  • Genoa Bay Café
  • Home Hardware
  • Island Return It Duncan
  • Maple Bay Marina
  • Mark’s Instant Sign Shop
  • Municipality of North Cowichan

  • North Duncan Gas Centre, Peninsula Co-Op
  • Nugget Glass
  • OK Tire
  • Paldi Sikh Temple
  • Pharmasave
  • PrintCraft
  • The Ginger Room
  • 3-D Electrical
  • Volume I Bookstore
  • W. B. McLay Investments Ltd.
  • Wall Street Clothing
  • Westwick & Associates
  • + Many Individual CHS Members

Your continued support makes a real difference in preserving the heritage of the Cowichan Valley.

Thank you!

Join Us

Join us today and become a part of the community dedicated to preserving the stories of the

Cowichan Valley. Send us a message to info@cvmuseum.ca or use the contact button below.

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Copyright © 2024, Cowichan Valley Museum and Archives. All Rights Reserved.


The Cowichan Valley Museum and Archives, operated by the Cowichan Historical Society, is located on the traditional territories of the Coast Salish peoples. 

We extend our appreciation for the opportunity to live and learn on this territory.

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