Events
National Day for Truth & Reconciliation – Community Gathering & Walk
Please join us for a community gathering and walk in recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30th.
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Gather at ts’xwelikwshenawtxw, 124 West 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach, for tea, coffee, conversation, and reflection.
12:30 p.m. We will walk together from ts’xwelikwshenawtxw to Qualicum Beach Town Hall, where Chief Mugalease (Michael Recalma) and Mayor Teunis Westbroek will share words with the community.
1 p.m. The walk will continue to the Qualicum Beach Museum, where Chief Mugalease will offer some final words. Participants may then visit the museum’s specially curated exhibition ‘The Beginning of Truth & Reconciliation”
As we walk together, may we carry what we learn and remember beyond this day – into stronger relationships, deeper understanding, and the future we shape together.
Everyone is welcome and encouraged to wear orange!
The Beginning of Truth & Reconciliation
September 30th is the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation
Exclusively open for only 3 days, this specially-curated exhibition “takes over” of the history of Qualicum Beach. Behind the natural beauty of our seaside community lies a deep and troubling history of the First Peoples of this land.
From the history of Residential Schools, to the beginning of Truth and Reconciliation, and everything before, between, and ahead – lets use this time to reflect, learn, and ask questions.
This year’s special addition to the conversation are reflections of Residential School, by Qualicum First Nation poet Spuqwiye’, scattered throughout the exhibit.
On display Wednesday September 30th – Friday October 2nd.
The Island in the Middle of Everywhere
Take a remarkable journey to The Island in the Middle of Everywhere!
Developed by Ingenium Canada in partnership with the Xwe’etay/Lasqueti Archaeology Project, this photographic exhibition showcases the historical food-gathering practices that allowed Northern Coast Salish peoples to prosper for generations. The remains of these practices are reminders of the deep history of Indigenous peoples on Xwe’etay and why it is vitally important to protect that heritage today.
Come visit The Island in the Middle of Everywhere, learn about the archaeological work in progress, and witness the beauty of the Xwe’etay/Lasqueti Island!
On display until October 8, 2026.
We Have The Power
It’s back!
“We Have The Power”, our successful exhibition from Summer 2023, has made a triumphant return for the 2026 season!
This time with some new additions…
Stop by the QB Museum Powerhouse to check out the history of power and energy in Qualicum Beach and how local initiatives are battling climate change whilst working towards an better community.
On until January 2027.
Special Events
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QB Reads Series
Calling all writers!
Are you a local author, poet, researcher, or literary enthusiast who would like to share your work with the community?
Let us introduce you to our QB Reads Series – an open writers festival dedicated to celebrating local talent and creativity.
This series is open to all writers and researchers, of any kind, who are looking for a welcoming space to do a reading or a presentation. The Qualicum Beach Museum is happy to provide a comfortable public space where local writers can have a platform to share their work with the community – all free of charge and available year-round!
What we offer:
– Your choice of space within the museum buildings or grounds, capable of hosting up to 30 people, chairs and tables included.
– A podium, sound system, and your choice of assorted stage dressings which can possibly include artefacts.
– Promotional support which includes social media assistance, event advertising, and graphic design for posters and other media.
– Photographs of the event.
Contact us today to start planning your event! Writing is an important expression of creativity, and we would love to help you bring your creativity to life!
