Events
MONOVA is committed to creating interactive and engaging experiences with thought-provoking speakers and events that spark discussions and get to the heart of important issues.
AT THE MUSEUM
Pay What You Can Day
Join us on the first Sunday each month as we throw open our Museum doors with Pay-What-You-Can access to our galleries
Whether you’re a local history buff, seeking a fun family day-out, or are simply curious about the lands on which we stand, we welcome you to discover the rich stories of North Vancouver here at MONOVA.
Apr 5
Time: 10AM – 5PM
Audience: All Ages
Pay-What-You-Can
Generously Supported By
All drop-ins welcome!
AT THE MUSEUM
Kid’s Night Out – Monthly Drop-off Program
Kids Night Out is an opportunity for YOU to enjoy a night on the town, while we entertain your little ones at the museum.
This two-hour program offers vibrant cultural learning experiences through arts, crafts, games and gallery time – perfect for ages 5 – 11!
Apr 9
Time: 5:30PM – 7:30PM
Audience: 5 – 11
$30 Per Child
Registration Required
AT THE MUSEUM
Coffee Mornings at MONOVA – For Social Seniors
Join us for MONOVA’s monthly seniors’ mixer, featuring freshly-brewed tea & coffee and a revolving array of special guest talks, behind-the-scenes tours, and unique cultural activities.
The perfect way to start your day.
What to expect this month…
During WW2, a diverse community came together on the North Shore to build Victory Ships at Burrard Dry Dock. Come meet some of these shipyard workers through a picture and story-filled presentation on the company’s employee-run newsletter The Wallace Shipbuilder.
Apr 23
Time: 10AM – 12PM
Audience: Seniors
Pay-What-You-Can
Generously Supported By
Don’t have time to register? Drop-ins welcome!
AT THE MUSEUM
Coast Salish Wool Weaving
Led by Indigenous Cultural Programmer Jordan Dawson, learn more about Coast Salish practices and the patience and skill that goes into traditional wool weaving, while creating your own custom piece to take home.
Apr 12
Time: 1PM or 3PM
Audience: Ages 10+
$25 / $15 Concession
Coast Salish Programming is generously sponsored by
Registration Required
AT THE MUSEUM
Sensory Friendly Sundays
Sensory Friendly Sundays offer neurodivergent individuals, their families, and caregivers the ability to visit the museum on the third Sunday of every month. Visitors will enjoy a calm, relaxed, and safe atmosphere. On Sensory Friendly Sundays, adaptations will be made to the exhibits, such as lowered lighting and sound adjustments for a more comfortable visit. A quiet space will also be available for visitors who need a break.
Apr 19
Audience: All Ages
Time: 10AM – 5PM
Included with admission
Generously Supported By
All drop-ins welcome!
AT THE Archives
Coast Salish Plant Walk
Join Dr. T’uy’t’tanat Cease Wyss, a Sḵwx̱wú7mesh / Stó꞉lō / Hawaiian ethnobotanist, for this guided plant walk. Explore local ecosystems through a Coast Salish lens, and learn about the traditional uses, cultural significance, and stories of Indigenous plantlife.
Apr 19
Time: 1:30PM – 2:30PM
Audience: All ages
Pay-What-You-Can
Coast Salish Programming is generously sponsored by
Don’t have time to register? Drop-ins welcome!
AT THE MUSEUM
Beaded Pin-Making
Led by Indigenous Cultural Programmer Tsawaysia Spukwus, this hands-on pin-making workshop will recollect stories that educate & respect the memories of the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and 2-Spirited people we honour for Red Dress Day.
Apr 30
Time: 5:30PM
Audience: Ages 16+
$40 / $30 Concession
Coast Salish Programming is generously sponsored by
Registration Required
AT THE MUSEUM
Music at the Museum
Special Programming as part of Pay What You Can Day
Experience a delightful fusion of spirited voices and fiddle tunes, with North Shore Choirs and North Shore Celtic Ensemble, whose dynamic musicians weave Celtic, folk, classical, and jazz traditions into vibrant performances.
May 3
Time: 11AM – 2:15PM
Audience: All Ages
Pay-What-You-Can
Generously Supported By
Don’t have time to register? Drop-ins welcome!
AT THE MUSEUM
From Routes to Roots: A Newcomer’s Journey Across North Vancouver
From Routes to Roots: A Newcomer’s Journey Across North Vancouver celebrates the vibrant places and cultures of 12 newcomers to BC. This inspiring exhibit explores the unique stories of our 2026 ‘New Voices’ volunteers who, over 16 weeks, came together to create a cultural project about their experiences of the place they now call home.
Until May 31
Audience: All Ages
Included with Admission
Generously sponsored by
AT THE MUSEUM
After Hours Thursdays
Explore our Museum after hours with Pay-What-You-Can admission every Thursday evening!
Be it date-night, an evening of family fun, or your own cultural excursion, step into our galleries and let curiosity be your guide as the stories of North Vancouver come to life under a whole new light
Thursdays, Weekly
Time: 5PM –8PM
Audience: All Ages
Pay-What-You-Can
All drop-ins welcome!
AT THE ARCHIVES
Archives Drop-in Day – Now each Tuesday!
Explore our rich Archival Collections and learn more about the fascinating history of North Vancouver with open access to our Archives each Tuesday afternoon. From historic maps, family records, and our ever-expanding photo collection, there’s so much more to discover at MONOVA. Can’t make one of our Tuesday drop-in dates? Visitors are welcome by appointment every Monday and Wednesday – Friday.
Tuesdays, Weekly
Time: 12:30PM – 4:30PM
Audience: All Ages
Free, Donations Welcome
All drop-ins welcome!
