Exploring the History

This page houses a series of blogs by the Museum curator exploring the history of the area of Britannia Beach, the Britannia Mine, and the townships servicing it, as well as geology and metallurgy.

  • Jun 08, 2022

Sea Lions Spotted Near Britannia Mine Museum

One Ocean,One Climate,One Future – Together Today is World Oceans Day, a "day to celebrate and take action for our ocean, and continue to grow invo...

  • Mar 31, 2022

Wildlife Week: The Other Britannia Residents

This land was a habitat long before it was a mine, and it continues to support animal life today.

  • Feb 25, 2022

International Day of Women and Girls in Science...

The Curator's Blog This page houses a series of blogs by Museum staff exploring the history of the area of Britannia Beach, the Britannia Mine, and...

  • Feb 25, 2022

B.C. Heritage Week 2022

B.C. Heritage Week 2022: Altogether Inclusive

  • Nov 19, 2021

Copper in the Time of Covid

Copper is a very special material. It was the first metal that people shaped into tools, has played a vital role in the development of civilisation...

  • May 19, 2021

Copper and our Health – Fact or Fiction?

Copper and our Health – Fact or Fiction? This blog explores some of the myths and beliefs around copper and its affect – both positive and negative...

  • May 11, 2020

Britannia Bingo

We are sharing a little game of Britannia Bingo - a selection of activities for families and kids to do during times of isolation.

  • May 05, 2020

This Too Shall Pass

In the time of COVID-19, when our lives have been turned upside down, it can help to reflect on what has gone before, in order to find hope for wha...