Old Hastings Mill Store Museum
1575 Alma Street V6R 3P3 Vancouver, BC, Canada

Today’s blog post is in honour of Joe Fortes, who passed away 99 years ago on February 4. Read on about Vancouver’s well-loved hero and learn about the Illuminated Address he received in 1910. #BlackHistoryMonth

February is #blackhistorymonth and if you would like to take the opportunity to read about a local legend and Vancouver’s first lifeguard, Joe Fortes, then you can find his story along with the story of other Black pioneers in B.C. shared in a new digital museum by BC Black History Awareness Society (www.bcblackhistory.ca under Community Stories). In our own collection we are very privileged to have Joe’s certificate and lamp on display.

Meet Theodore, the new puppy-in-residence, in today’s blog post!

If you missed James Gibson’s Remembrance Day display on the 29th (Vancouver) Battalion (1914-1918) at the museum, you can now view it on our website under the Events & Exhibitions tab: Remembrance Day Display. . . . .... . #hastingsmillmuseum #vancouvermuseum #onlineexhibition #museum #remembranceday #lestweforget #vancouver #vancouverhistory #29thbattalion See more

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them. .... . . . . #hastingsmillmuseum #lestweforget #remembranceday See more

Following Dr. Bonnie Henry's recent announcement, we have decided to shorten our museum's off-season opening hours. The museum's last opening day is on November 8, 2020 and will be closed until February 2021. 1. Please do not visit the museum if you are unwell or awaiting COVID-19 test results. 2. Only 5 visitors are permitted inside the museum.... 3. Masks are mandatory inside the museum. 4. Please maintain a physical distance of 2m (6 ft). 5. Our upstairs exhibition is closed.

Happy to see blue skies again! Don’t forget we’re open Saturdays and Sundays 1-4pm with our Ivan Sayers ‘Art Deco in 1930’s Fashion’ exhibit extended until November!

Our summer pop-up exhibition 'Art Deco in 1930 Fashion' by fashion historian Ivan Sayers has been extended until November! Tickets for this exhibition can be purchased at the door. Only 6 visitors allowed per hour (1-4pm). Please note that the exhibition is not accessible for those who are physically challenged. Adults: $10. Children under 18: Free. Seniors over 65: $5.

We have two new displays on our Council Table this month: ‘29th (Vancouver) Battalion’ and ‘Remarkable Women’! Come visit us on weekends or on Remembrance Day from 1-4 pm to learn more! . . . .... . #hastingsmillmuseum #vancouvermuseum #museum #Vancouver #WWI #history See more

Have you heard about our prize draw? In the spirit of E. Pauline Johnson's career, all aspiring poets and lovers of Vancouver history can submit their name and basic contact information on a small sheet of paper for a chance to win an early edition of E. PAULINE JOHNSON-TEKAHIONWAKE (1861-1913) book. The draw will take place at 2:00PM at the Old Hastings Mill Store Museum on Saturday, October 17, 2020.... Come see the E. PAULINE JOHNSON-TEKAHIONWAKE: "A BRIEF OVERVIEW WITH EMPHASIS ON VANCOUVER" display by James Gibson at the Old Hastings Mill Store Museum during opening hours!

Yesterday, I had a really nice visit at the Kilby Historic Site. It is a wonderful that both museums can share the love for BC history. - Anita, Chair of Friends of Old Hastings Mill Store Museum.

Visitors often ask if our museum is haunted. Read our newest blog post to learn more!

Have you seen our beautiful "Attic Saddle" yet? Read more to learn about the restoration process by the UBC Museum of Anthropology intern on our blog!

Dear followers, We have decided to cut our summer hours of operation short due to the rising number of COVID-19 cases. Our summer season will end on Friday, September 4. We will be open from 1-4PM on weekends and statutory holidays from September 5 to November 29. If you are interested in booking a private tour, please email us for an appointment.... We thank you for your understanding. Stay safe!

UPDATE: Please note that our museum will be closed this Wednesday the 19th, Thursday the 20th, and Friday the 21st for renovations. We look forward to welcoming you during our hours of operation.

Did you know we have artefacts from the S.S. Beaver throughout the Museum? The Beaver was the first steam vessel to operate along the Pacific Northwest of North America. It was in service from 1835 to 1888 when it ran aground at Prospect Point. It remained perched on the rocks until 1892 when it fully sunk.

Museum corner showcasing William Irving at Emery Bar in 1883 and a pairing of the first C.P.R Station by Aubrey Mildman.

Please note that our museum will be temporarily closed this evening. If you have tickets for Ivan Sayers’ Art Deco Fashion in 1930 exhibition, please call or email us about rescheduling. We thank you for your understanding.

Ivan Sayers' pop-up fashion exhibition "Art Deco Fashion in 1930" opens to the public today! Tickets can be purchased online or at the door. Please note that this exhibition is held upstairs and is, therefore, not accessible for those who are physically challenged. The exhibition is limited to 6 people per hour.

New post! Read more about Ivan Sayers’ Pop-Up Fashion Exhibition at the Old Hastings Mill Store Museum on the blog: https://hastingsmillmuseum.ca//ivan-sayers-pop-up-fashion-