Maritime Heritage Centre
Maritime Heritage Centre
Maritime Heritage Centre
4.5
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
About
The Campbell River Maritime Heritage Centre is home to the historic BCP45 seine fishing boat. The boat was pictured on the Canadian five dollar bill from 1972 to 1986. She was brought to the centre in 2002 and was restored on site by a crew of volunteers. Today visitors can go aboard the BCP45 and explore the galley, bunks, engine room, the head(bathroom) and wheelhouse. In addition to the BCP45 the centre boasts a large collection of marine related artifacts ranging from vintage outboard motors, weapons, navy paraphernalia and navigational instruments to the Margaret M a sailboat built by Arthur Barnes a blind one armed man and so much more. The Maritime Heritage centre is self-funded and support themselves through rentals of various rooms. The centre is also home to the Campbell River Genealogy society. After visiting the Maritime Heritage Centre, many guests also like to take advantage of the free parking and visit the nearby aquarium, the pier and downtown Campbell River.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Kermit2010
Vancouver, Canada279 contributions
May 2023
A really interesting maritime historical centre for those who are into coastal boats and history. Our tour by a volunteer who had been one the people who helped restore the BC Packers B.C.P. 45, that was on the Canadian $5 bill, was excellent. Lots of historic items nicely presented.
Written June 14, 2023
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Starcruizer
Ramah, NM5 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
The museum was amazing ! Our guide Ian was equally amazing with his knowledge of Maritime history and the exhibits. He was very personable and helpful as well. We especially loved the tour of the purse seine boat. Hope to return.
Written September 28, 2023
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Thank you for your review! Ian is wonderful, we are so grateful that he volunteers here!
Written December 13, 2023
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James G
38 contributions
Dec 2019
This is a great stop. I came with my daughter and we both found the displays very interesting and informative.
Written January 4, 2020
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EagerB
Campbell River, Canada1,173 contributions
Oct 2019
The Maritime Heritage Centre was the venue for advance polls to the upcoming federal election, so this was our first time to glimpse a a part of the museum. From the brief time we had there it looked amazing. We shall endeavour to attend at a future date and really take all in that this is attraction has to offer.
Written October 21, 2019
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Mary C
Midlothian, VA44 contributions
Sept 2019
An excellent guide talked us through the reconstruction of the huge tug boat that sits in the middle of the museum. The displays are minimal, but they focus on the specific maritime heritage of the area.
Written October 8, 2019
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Chris D
New Westminster, Canada3,356 contributions
May 2019 • Solo
Here I was expecting another small town museum. Well, what a pleasant surprise this turned out to be! The centrepiece HAS to be the rebuilt fishing boat that once graced the Canadian five dollar bill. Our guide had personal knowledge this boat, which lent an air of credibility to its history and renovation that story boards just can't match. Also fascinating was the discussion of gill-nets, and why there are different sizes and colours. Our guide also had background knowledge on the Easthope engine - this clearly someone who has spent much of his life on the waters in the area. Enjoyed the story about the cruise ship running aground due to the fast tides in the area. I could go on, but should save something for when you visit. Well worth the $5 charge, lots of free parking.
Written June 5, 2019
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Thank you so much for visiting. Our tour guides always enjoy hearing their tours have been enjoyed. Hope you can visit again soon.
Written June 6, 2019
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Connie D
16 contributions
May 2019 • Couples
Maritime Heritage is a big and roomy centre with a fantastic little museum as well as many function rooms ready to rent. There is a certified kitchen, and rental rooms of varying size. It is clean and comfy and quite unique right downtown Campbell River. It's on the water and right by the fishing pier!
Written May 17, 2019
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Thank you for your review! We are pleased to offer very clean, affordable rental space for any type of event in addition to our exhibits. Please visit again!
Written May 25, 2019
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Heather H
Campbell River, Canada42 contributions
Aug 2017 • Couples
Located next to the ocean and Campbell River's famous fishing pier, the Maritime Heritage Centre is worth stopping in for a look. See the boat that was on the old $5 bill.
Written November 10, 2017
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Thank you for visiting Heather!
Written November 14, 2017
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Paulshappy
Courtenay, Canada4,144 contributions
May 2017 • Family
I brought my Father and family here recently and we all just loved this place. There's an elevator for mobility challenged, although the walkway onto the $5 boat could be more user friendly.
But I did get my Dad Frank on board safely and he really enjoyed the visit. He sat in the galley and chatted with a local volunteer who knew everything about the boat and also built several of the model ships on display.
There's plenty to see, parking is free, and the location is central, RECOMMENDED!
Cheers, Paul
But I did get my Dad Frank on board safely and he really enjoyed the visit. He sat in the galley and chatted with a local volunteer who knew everything about the boat and also built several of the model ships on display.
There's plenty to see, parking is free, and the location is central, RECOMMENDED!
Cheers, Paul
Written July 2, 2017
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We are so pleased Frank enjoyed the tour. We have several volunteers who donate their time and give tours of the museum. They are invaluable to us and are a wealth of information. Thank you so much for visiting!
Written July 4, 2017
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PandGP
Vancouver Island, Canada459 contributions
Jul 2016 • Family
I love that boat, so nice to have piece of history on display. Some great pictures and historical facts, definitely worth a look see.
Written August 31, 2016
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MaritimeHeritageCR
Campbell River, Canada
The Thulin Room is on the upper level of the building, south east side.
Written October 11, 2019
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