Museums

Immerse yourself in history.

Revelstoke is built on a varied past of the railway, industry, and mountain tourism. Explore our local museums and understand how our heritage has shaped our present.

To get the full picture, we recommend taking a walking tour with the Revelstoke Museum and Archives.

Seasons

Spring, Fall, Summer, Winter

Heritage photo Last Spike Revelstoke
fall coloured trees surronding museum and railway tracks

In Revelstoke, we are proud to live, work, and adventure on the homelands of the Sinixt, and the territories of the Secwépemc, the Syilx, and the Ktunaxa Peoples.

We encourage visitors and residents to explore the following resources and to take time to reflect on the painful history of Canada’s First Nations Peoples.

Local Museums

old train sitting inside the revelstoke railway museum

Revelstoke Railway Museum & The Last Spike

The museum showcases the historic construction and operation of the Canadian Pacific Railway in Western Canada's mountain region playing a pivotal role in the creation of Canada.

two woman pedaling past the revelstoke museum

Revelstoke Museum and Archives

Local history museum since 1962 with exhibits & activities, plus a children's play area & gift shop.

exhibit of a fire lookout tower

BC Interior Forestry Museum

We work to record, preserve, restore, and display artifacts and collections of historical, archaeological, artistic, educational, and scientific material as it pertains to the forestry industry of British Columbia. Explore the museum (open seasonally) and the Riverside Forest Walk (open year-round).

people walking into visitor centre

Revelstoke Dam Visitor Centre

Learn about the history of the dam, enjoy exhibits, and experience our First Nations Gallery. When you arrive, you'll be in front of one of the most powerful dams in B.C. Whether you're on a guided or self-guided tour, you'll be able to take an elevator to the top of the dam for a breathtaking downstream view of the Columbia River Valley. Open May 18 through September 2, 2024.

couple walking dog down revelstoke street

Featured Guide

Historic Attractions Guide

Historic sites, heritage buildings, and the history of Revelstoke.