Plan Your Visit
Photo: Christopher Hurst
history in your hands
Sointula is located on beautiful Malcom Island, lying between Vancouver Island and the British Columbia mainland. Surrounded by coastal beauty, towering cedars and stunning wild spaces, we know that you will find your visit here unforgettable.
Open Year-Round
Open daily, 12 noon to 4:00pm
All other times of the year, we are open by appointment. Send us a message on Facebook, Instagram, or by email to info@sointulamuseum.ca.
Feel free to also call or text us at 250-230-9650. We look forward to welcoming you!
Admission
Groups and Tours
Guided Group Tours are $6.00 per person
School groups are $5.00/child with 2 accompanying adults free. Find more info on our Learn page.
For groups of 5 or more people who want to visit the museum outside of regular summer open hours, please call or text 250-230-9650 to arrange a special time and tour guide.
Getting here
The Museum is located in the old Superior School Building at 280 1st Street in Sointula.
To reach the museum, either on foot or by car, turn left off the ferry and proceed three blocks (350 meters) to a bend in the road. The Superior School is located on the left (waterside). The museum and the local library share the building. Parking is free in both the parking lots in front of and behind the museum.
Visitor info
Parking
Accessibility
Visitor Tips
- There is no food or drink allowed in the museum.
- Wheelchairs are permitted in the museum. We do not have a wheelchair on site to lend visitors.
- Lost & Found: Items left behind in the museum will be safely stored. If you think you may have left something behind, please ask at the museum or send an email to info@sointulamuseum.ca to inquire.
Info for Families
Photography
upcoming events
There’s always something in the works at the Sointula Museum. Check out our Events calendar to stay in the loop!