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Since 1967 the Bulkley Valley Museum has built up a permanent collection of artifacts and archival materials which comprises the social and technological development of the Bulkley Valley. The Museum’s archival collections include family and corporate fonds, microfilmed editions of the Interior News and other newspapers, as well as a collection of several thousand photographs depicting Smithers and the surrounding Valley from the early 1900s to present.
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The Bulkley Valley Museum collects, preserves and presents items of historical and cultural significance from Smithers and the Bulkley Valley, with the purpose of making our local history exciting and engaging.
The BV Museum’s artifact collection includes over 3,400 items related to the history of the Bulkley Valley, with a predominant focus on the Town of Smithers.
The museum receives support for its activities and programs from local businesses through donations or memberships. Please consider a donation to help your local museum!
Membership support is vital to the health and success of our museum. In addition, we are always looking for new volunteers to help out with fundraising, event planning, and more!
Temporary Exhibits
Temporary Exhibits at the Bulkley Valley Museum:
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Smithers Celebrates
November 24 - December 20
From November 24-December 20 the BV Museum is excited to showcase the many celebrations and festivals enjoyed by members of our
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Jan, 2026
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Passageways: A Pocket Edition of Odysseys and Migration
January 14, 2026 - May 31, 2026
From January-June 2026 the Bulkley Valley Museum will host the traveling exhibit Passageways: A Pocket Edition of Odysseys and Migration. This
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Latest News
Call for Submissions – Community Exhibition “Smithers Celebrates”
The call for submissions ended on November 14, however we will accept items as late as November 25. If you have a last minute submission, please email our Curator at curator@bvmuseum.org. Share your family’s holiday and cultural traditions! From November 24-December 20 2025 the BV Museum will host a community exhibition called “Smithers Celebrates”, and […]
11th Annual Cemetery Walk: Oct 18 & 19 2025
Join the BV Museum on October 18 or October 19 for our 11th annual cemetery walk! The walk begins at 11am each day at the Smithers Municipal Cemetery (1958 Dominion Street). The walk will feature new stories of past Smithers residents. Please remember to dress for the weather, and be prepared for uneven or wet […]