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Special Screening - Dream Big: Engineering Our World is the first film of its kind for IMAX® and giant screen theatres that will transform how we think about engineering. From the world’s tallest buildings to underwater robots and a solar car race across Australia, Dream Big celebrates the human ingenuity behind engineering marvels big and small, and shows how engineers push the limits of innovation in unexpected and amazing ways. With its inspiring stories of human grit and aspiration, and extraordinary visuals for the world’s largest screens, Dream Big reveals the compassion and creativity that drive engineers to create better lives for people and a more sustainable future for us all.

Run time 40 min.CC. Rated G.

Special Screening - Deep Sky brings the awe-inspiring images captured by NASA's Webb Telescope to IMAX® — taking audiences on a journey to the beginning of time and space, to never-before-seen cosmic landscapes, and to recently discovered exoplanets, planets around other stars. Directed by Oscar®-nominated filmmaker Nathaniel Kahn and narrated by Oscar®-nominated actress Michelle Williams, Deep Sky follows the high-stakes global mission to build the James Webb Space Telescope and to launch it into orbit one-million miles from Earth, in an attempt to answer questions that have haunted us since the beginning of time: Where did we come from? How did the universe begin? Are we alone?

Run time 40min. CC. Rated G.

Special Screening - Narrated by Academy Award® winner Cate Blanchett, Journey to the South Pacific will take moviegoers on a breathtaking IMAX® adventure to the lush tropical islands of remote West Papua, where life flourishes above and below the sea. Join Jawi, a young island boy, as he takes us on a journey of discovery to this magical place where we encounter whale sharks, sea turtles, manta rays, and other iconic creatures of the sea. Home to more than 2,000 species of sea life, this exotic locale features the most diverse marine ecosystem on earth. An uplifting story of hope and celebration, Journey to the South Pacific highlights the importance of living in balance with the ocean planet we all call home.

Run time 40 min. Rated G

Experience the excitement of on-site education programs. Programs are led by a museum educator and include time in the gallery, guided exploration and hands on with specimens and/or artifacts.

Natural History Learning Labs: Spend an hour with a museum educator exploring the History gallery and engaging in hands-on learning.

History Learning Labs: Spend an hour with a museum educator exploring the History gallery and engaging in hands-on learning.

Feature Exhibition Learning Labs: Explore the feature exhibitions at the Royal BC Museum with guides and resources to enhance your learning,

Grade levels: Kindergarten to Grade 12
Wednesdays 9:30am, 10:30am and 1:00pm
Thursdays 9:30am, 10:30am and 1:00pm

These live, interactive programs are led by our staff and designed to be inquiry-based, ensuring a dynamic and engaging experience.

Wednesday at 2:45 pm, 3:00 pm, 3:15 pm, and 3:30 pm

Book a test if you haven’t booked with us before or if you want to make sure your set-up works (computer, projector, speakers, microphone, etc.)

Outreach Kit Rental - Using reproductions, props and games, students in grades k-1 and 3-4 will discover that: bats are interesting; bats are important; bats are in trouble; and bats need our help.

Outreach Kit Rental - Using photographs and reproductions, students will engage with the question “What or who influenced the start, growth and decline of Paldi?”.

In addition to learning more about South Asian Canadian history in BC, students will also learn how to use primary sources to learn about the past and get glimpses into the lives of children who were in Paldi in the 1930s, 40s and 50s.

This resource was developed for and in partnership with the South Asian Canadian Legacy Project.

Outreach Kit Rental - Students from k to 12 can engage with the giant Canada C3 floor map in a variety of ways to stimulate deeper thinking about geography, Canada’s coastline, Indigenous coastal communities, traditional knowledge and more. The map was created as part of the Canada Coast to Coast to Coast journey (Canada C3) and the Royal BC Museum was proud to be a Community Hub location and to have two of our scientists Dr. Joel Gibson and Dr. Henry Choong on board for the journey.

Outreach Kit Rental - Using reproductions, props and games, students in grades k-3 will learn about: rainforest characteristics; the location of the Great Bear Rainforest; and the animals that live in the Great Bear Rainforest.

This resource was developed for and in partnership with the Great Bear Rainforest Education and Awareness Trust.

Outreach Kit Rental - Having a Voice is designed to fit the Grade 5 Social Studies: Canadian Issues and Governance curriculum. All classes and community groups are invited to use the kit. Students or community groups will use the contents of this kit and their inquiry process skills to address participation and representation in BC politics, the electoral process and electoral boundaries.

This resource was developed for and in partnership with Elections BC.

Outreach Kit Rental - Seniors in assisted living or long-term care can engage with mystery objects to stimulate thinking and to spend time sociably with others.

Since the objects are mysteries, seniors don t have to worry about whether or not they remember. Instead they can share their ideas and guesses in a judgment-free environment.

Outreach Kit Rental - Ocean, Freshwater and Us: Exploring our Relationship with Canadian Waters has been developed by Ocean Week Canada and partners. This map offers students (of all ages) an opportunity to discover and explore the diverse aspects of geography in a unique and interactive way that accommodates various learning styles and is easy to integrate at all grade levels.

Outreach Kit Rental - The objects included in the Writing on the Wall outreach kit are reproductions from the Royal BC Museum and the BC Archives. Two reproductions of wall fragments containing graffiti (or poems) are used to capture the interest of students. To learn more about the wall fragments and to answer the inquiry question “Does this graffiti deserve a place in the collection of the Royal BC Museum?” a selection of primary source documents (photographs, legislation, letters, head tax certificates and an advertisement) are also included. In addition to learning more about Chinese Canadian experience, students will also learn how to use primary sources as evidence and how to determine historical significance.

This resource was developed for the Ministry of International Trade and Responsible for Asia Pacific Strategy and Multiculturalism by the Royal British Columbia Museum in partnership with Open School BC, the Ministry of Education and the Legacy Initiatives Advisory Council.

Provocation Pack - The archaeology Provocation pack features items and replicas from the Royal BC Museum handling collection, made from rock, bone and other natural materials, reflecting the rich history of British Columbia. This collection offers a tangible connection to the province’s archaeological heritage.

Provocation Pack - The botany handling collection comprises an extensive variety of indigenous, introduced and invasive plant species found throughout British Columbia. This collection offers a unique opportunity to explore the diverse plan life of the province, from native species that are integral to local ecosystems to introduced and invasive plants that have impacted the region’s biodiversity.

Provocation Pack - The entomology handling collection features a wide array of insects and arachnids from across British Columbia and other parts of the world. This collection offers a comprehensive look at the diverse arthropod species native to BC providing students the opportunity to deepen their understanding of the rich biodiversity of BC.

Provocation Pack - The invertebrate handling collection features real and replica specimens of sea life from British Columbia's coastal and inland waterways. This collection provides a unique opportunity to explore the diverse aquatic invertebrates that inhabit BC's rich marine and freshwater ecosystems. From the intricate details of coastal sea life to the fascinating species found in our inland waters, these specimens offer valuable insights into the aquatic biodiversity that shapes the province's natural environments.

Provocation Pack - The modern history handling collection features objects that illustrate the settler experience in British Columbia. This collection includes items from everyday life in homes, farms, schools, and workplaces, offering a tangible glimpse into the lives of early settlers in the province. By exploring these artifacts, you can gain a deeper understanding of the historical context and daily experiences that shaped British Columbia's development.

Provocation Pack - Our paleontology handling collection includes two thoughtfully designed kits. TThe second kit, Cast versus Fossil, provides a range of casts and real fossils, allowing learners to compare and contrast different types of paleontological evidence. Both kits offer engaging hands-on experiences to deepen your understanding of paleontology and fossil analysis.