Salmon Arm Museum and Heritage Association
Tourism Region: Columbia Shuswap
Standing on the site of a pioneer farm, R.J. Haney Heritage Village and Museum are the Shuswap's biggest heritage attraction. Take a guided tour through the municipally-designated Haney Heritage House, restored to its genteel past. Explore the village, consisting of relocated and replicated buildings from Salmon Arm's early days.
Take the family dog on a leash for a 2 km nature walk. The easy 30-minute stroll takes the visitor through four climatic zones.
Always popular, Dinner Theatre begins July 3rd with shows Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays all summer long. An old fashioned meal and interactive play promises to delight audiences.
About the Collections
The collection consists of artifacts that depict Salmon Arm's history, beginning in 1905. Haney Heritage House, a municipally designated heritage structure, is the pride of museum's collection. The house has been restored to depict farm life in 1910. The house is presented by docents in period costume.
Approximate number of objects in the collections: 21,734
Archives
The archives includes a fine collection of glass plate negatives created by three photographers dating from 1909-1915. Photographers included are Rex Lingford, H.J. Perrier and Frank Duncan.
The textual records include 12.5 metres from various sources including the Salmon Arm Farmers' Exchange, the retail outlet S.A.F.E., the Haney family, R. Turner and Sons, L.O.B.A., McGuire family records, I.O.D.E., the Red Cross Auxilliary, Salmon Arm Observer papers on microfiche and District of Salmon Arm fonds.
Architectural Records •
Cartographic Materials •
Electronic Records •
Manuscripts •
Microforms •
Photographs •
Sound Recordings •
Textual Records
Decorative Arts
Textiles or Tapestries
Fine Arts
The archives contains fifty paintings by Shuswap artist Herman Gesell in mixed media.
Culture:
Canadian
Period:
Contemporary
Other Period: Pre-1905-1945
Merman Guesell
Media:
Painting •
Photography •
Sketchbooks or Albums
Human History
The collection is largely composed of artifacts that depict pioneer life in the Shuswap.
Agriculture
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Clocks or Time-Keeping Devices
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Costumes and Accessories
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Furniture or Furnishings
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Household Objects or Domestic Technology
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Local History
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Maps, Charts, Plans or Blueprints
Services & Activities
Research Services
Research of archival material is encouraged. The material would be of a local Shuswap nature.
Archival Records
Educational Programs
We offer a Pioneer program for 9 days in June each year to school children and a Harvest program for 4 days in September.
Demonstrations
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Lectures
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School Programs
: Age 5-11 (k-6)
Visitor Services
We rent the premises for weddings, reunions, etc. We also have a dinner theatre 3 nights per week in July and August. There are also 6-7 events held each year - visit our website for dates.
Guided Tours
: English
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Accessible by Public Transportation
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Meeting Room Rental
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Nature Trails, Walks or Gardens
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Parking Facilities
: Free
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Gift shop
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Special Needs Facilities
: Parking
: Signs
: Washrooms
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Washrooms
Volunteer Services
Volunteer Training Offered
Number of Volunteers: 110
Activities: Front desk
Events
Kitchen
Archives
Museum (collections management)
Facility
Gardening
Construction and Maintenance
Member Privileges
Special guests and lectures
Appreciation
Honour and Glory
First on the volunter list
Phone calls monthly
Food Services
We offer a lunch menu and cater to functions held at the village.
Cafeteria •
Catering Services
Internet Services
General Information •
Collections •
Events •
Virtual Exhibitions
Local Tourism Links
Local Attractions •
Hotels •
Other Services
Publications and Products
Quarterly newsletter
Annual Reports •
Books •
Brochures •
Newsletters •
Postcards •
T-Shirts or Sweatshirts or Caps •
Commemorative Souvenirs
Map
Location
| Address: |
751 Highway 97B NE Salmon Arm, British Columbia V1E 4P7 See Map |
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| Telephone: | 250-832-5243 |
| Fax: | 250-832-5291 |
| Mailing Address: |
Salmon Arm Museum and Heritage Association P.O. Box 1642, Salmon Arm, British Columbia V1E 4P7 |
| Email Us |
Hours of Operation
Operations:
Seasonal
Museum and Archives Wed./Thur. all year
Village and Museum Wed./Sun. May 13 to Sept. 26
Open: Archives and Museum 10:00am to 4:00pm
Village and Museum 10:00am to 5:00pm
Closed:
Monday
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Tuesday
Admission:
Free
Admission to the museum, village and park are free. There is a $3.00 charge to tour the Haney House, $3.00 for a tour of the Village and $5.00 combined tour. We hold special events 4-5 times per season, there is a gate charge for these. There are 2kms of trails which take in 4 climatic zones. The village and trails are dog friendly.
Discounts:
Groups •
Students
