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🎨 Museums for Kids in Surrey, Canada

14 children's museums, science centers, and interactive exhibits rated and reviewed by families.

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Willowbrook Art Gallery & Framing gift shop in Langley, BC🎨 Museum
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4.9(182)$8 mi · Langley

Willowbrook Art Gallery & Framing is a welcoming contemporary art space in Langley that goes beyond typical gallery visits with hands-on art workshops and creative programs designed specifically for children and teens. With an impressive 4.9-star rating, this gallery makes art accessible and fun for young visitors, encouraging creativity through interactive experiences rather than just passive viewing.

🕑 1-2 hours for gallery browsing, 2-3 hours if participating in a workshop

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Burnaby Village Museum museum in Burnaby, BC🎨 Museum
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4.6(4,586)$8 mi · Burnaby

Step back in time at this enchanting heritage village where kids can explore 30+ restored buildings from the 1920s, ride a beautifully restored vintage carousel, and interact with costumed interpreters demonstrating blacksmithing, printing, and ice cream making. Children love the hands-on activities, old-fashioned candy store, and the chance to peek inside historic homes, a schoolhouse, and an authentic general store.

🕑 2-3 hours

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Fort Langley National Historic Site of Canada historical landmark in Langley, BC🌳 Park
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4.6(3,073)$11 mi · Langley

Fort Langley National Historic Site brings Canadian colonial history to life through hands-on experiences that captivate young minds. Kids can meet costumed interpreters portraying 1800s fur traders, try their hand at gold panning, watch blacksmithing demonstrations, and even take canoe rides, making history feel like an exciting adventure rather than a classroom lesson.

🕑 3-4 hours

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Museum of Surrey museum in Surrey, BC🎨 Museum
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4.6(1,148)$

The Museum of Surrey offers an engaging journey through local history with hands-on interactive exhibits specifically designed to captivate young minds. This budget-friendly museum makes learning fun through family-focused programs and displays that bring Surrey's heritage to life, making it perfect for a meaningful educational outing without breaking the bank.

🕑 1.5 to 2.5 hours

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POMO Museum history museum in Port Moody, BC🎨 Museum
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4.6(198)$6 mi · Port Moody

This charming heritage railway station museum brings Port Moody's history to life through vintage trains and hands-on exhibits that engage young minds. Housed in a beautifully restored 1907 CPR station, POMO Museum offers an affordable, educational outing where children can explore real railway artifacts and learn about the region's pioneering past through interactive displays designed specifically for curious explorers.

🕑 45 minutes to 1.5 hours

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Irving House museum in New Westminster, BC🎨 Museum
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4.6(151)$5 mi · New Westminster

Irving House is a beautifully preserved 1865 Victorian mansion that brings history to life for young visitors through hands-on period activities and engaging guided tours. Children can explore authentic rooms filled with original furnishings, try on Victorian costumes, and participate in heritage crafts that make learning about 19th-century life fun and memorable.

🕑 1-1.5 hours

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Mackin House Museum (Coquitlam Heritage Society) museum in Coquitlam, BC🎨 Museum
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Mackin House Museum offers an engaging glimpse into Coquitlam's past through interactive, hands-on exhibits that bring local history to life for young learners. This charming heritage site features family-friendly programs and guided tours that make exploring the region's pioneer days both educational and entertaining for children.

🕑 1-2 hours

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New Westminster Museum museum in New Westminster, BC🎨 Museum
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4.5(128)$5 mi · New Westminster

The New Westminster Museum offers hands-on history experiences that bring British Columbia's oldest city to life for curious young minds. Interactive exhibits and family-friendly displays make local heritage accessible and engaging for children, transforming what could be dry historical facts into touchable, memorable learning adventures. With an excellent rating and budget-friendly admission, it's a perfect rainy day activity that combines education with entertainment.

🕑 1-2 hours

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Haney House Museum museum in Abbotsford, BC🎨 Museum
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4.4(36)$9 mi · Abbotsford

Step back in time at this charming Victorian-era home where kids can explore authentic period rooms and watch heritage demonstrations like butter churning, weaving, and old-fashioned cooking. The intimate setting and hands-on activities make history come alive for young learners, offering a memorable glimpse into how Canadian families lived over a century ago.

🕑 1 to 1.5 hours

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Samson V Museum historical landmark in New Westminster, BC🎨 Museum
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4.3(29)$5 mi · New Westminster

Step aboard the historic Samson V sternwheeler, a beautifully restored 1937 riverboat that offers hands-on maritime exploration for curious kids. This floating museum brings Fraser River history to life through engaging exhibits, authentic ship features, and the unique experience of exploring a real working vessel that once transported logs along BC's waterways.

🕑 45 minutes to 1.5 hours

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Langley Centennial Museum museum in Langley, BC🎨 Museum
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3.0(1)$10 mi · Langley

This charming local history museum offers families a hands-on journey through Langley's pioneer past with interactive exhibits and heritage buildings that bring history to life. Kids can explore authentic artifacts from early settlers and experience what life was like in British Columbia's farming communities over a century ago, making it an affordable educational outing that sparks imagination.

🕑 1-1.5 hours

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New Westminster Museum & Archives museum in New Westminster, BC🎨 Museum
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$5 mi · New Westminster

New Westminster Museum & Archives brings local history to life through hands-on exhibits that keep young learners engaged and curious. This compact, welcoming museum offers interactive displays that help children connect with the past through touching, exploring, and discovering rather than just looking. The affordable admission and central location make it an easy add-on to a day exploring this historic British Columbia city.

🕑 1-2 hours

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