Collections
In 1967 the Bowen Island Museum & Archives began collecting material about the history of the "Happy Isle". The Museum & Archives consists of two buildings in a park-like setting containing museum displays and an extensive museum and archival collection which exhibit the unique history of Bowen Island. Read more ›
Everyone Has A Story
Each memory adds something special to the Museum & Archives. Researchers, family members, and the community come into the archives searching for a story from the past that provides a meaningful connection to them in some way, shape, or form. Help us expand our collection by filling out the forms below. Share Your Bowen Stories › Bowen in the 60's and 70's ›
Get Involved
The Museum and Archives is a living organization made up of volunteers. Why not have a voice in what we value and keep for our future? Help us collect; tell us your family stories; give us a few hours of your time. Help us with the essential fundraising to maintain the organization. Today is tomorrow's History. Read more ›
Exhibition & Tour Schedule
Kids Craft + Culture Event Opening June 25, 2022 Read more › Picturesque: Picnics on the Happy Isle Opening June 23, 2019 Read more › Visiting the Happy Isle, a Paradise Playground, 1900 - 1958 Permanent Exhibit Read more › Bowen Island Museum & Archives 1014 Miller Road P.O. Box 97 Bowen Island, BC V0N 1G1, Canada Hours: Call for updated hours Admission is by donation
Photo Gallery
Browse our photos, or search the collection. There are more than 6000 photos available on our site.
Explore Bowen
Industry, recreation, residential: learn something new about Bowen’s neighbourhoods.
Plan a Visit
We host visiting groups of all ages, including seniors’ groups, class trips, summer camps, and more.
