

THE SHARED, UNCEDED TRADITIONAL TERRITORIES OF THE PUNELUXUTTH (PENELAKUT) TRIBE AND THE HUL'QUMI'NUM SPEAKING PEOPLES, ON WHICH WE GATHER, WORK, LIVE AND PLAY.
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Take at a look at an interview with the Chemainus Valley Historical Society's past president, Amy Brophy
Grade 4 student: "We need to know stuff about stuff in the museum."
Grade 1 student: "I want the past to be in the future"

The Chemainus Valley Museum is operated by the Chemainus Valley Historical Society, a non-profit organization. The Museum is located in beautiful Water Wheel Park, found in the centre of town. Off to the side of the Museum is a wonderful observation point which overlooks the site of the first and present sawmill. Looking out, you can see
The Chemainus Valley Museum is operated by the Chemainus Valley Historical Society, a non-profit organization. The Museum is located in beautiful Water Wheel Park, found in the centre of town. Off to the side of the Museum is a wonderful observation point which overlooks the site of the first and present sawmill. Looking out, you can see the large ships, log booms and busy harbour framed by the beautiful Gulf Islands.

Rich in history and beauty, Chemainus is located on the coast of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. The town's roots are strongly linked with the 1850's early pioneers and the timber industry. But now, it is better known for the many Murals found painted on the walls around town, displaying the history of Chemainus.

The Chemainus Valley Historical Society is dedicated to the stewardship and celebration of the rich cultural and historical heritage of the Chemainus Valley. Our mission is to gather, protect, and showcase the stories, artifacts, and records that define our community’s legacy.
Through collaboration, education, and community outreach, we
The Chemainus Valley Historical Society is dedicated to the stewardship and celebration of the rich cultural and historical heritage of the Chemainus Valley. Our mission is to gather, protect, and showcase the stories, artifacts, and records that define our community’s legacy.
Through collaboration, education, and community outreach, we strive to foster a deeper appreciation of our local history and together, cultivate a vibrant cultural space that empowers future generations to honour and learn from our shared history. August 18, 2025
"shooting a movie on the sly":
"BC road trip time machine": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_vzliLaZOg&t=24s
"the Best seat on the Planet" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JBp1MT3qIMU&t=32s
If you have a need to use one of our photographs, please credit all photos, archival materials and information to Chemainus Valley Historical Society and Museum. They are not to be reproduced for commercial purposes. For more information, please contact the Museum Manager at cvhsMuseum@shaw.ca."
Posted Jan 8, 2020 by Wheeler Equipment
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kYTrpecpiLU
posted Dec 30, 2020 by Trains on Vancouver Island
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fIOeo52S7cw
posted Jul 20, 2018 by Travelling Tom
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5FzKtP8_eTg


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