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Secwepemc Museum & Heritage Park

200-355 Yellowhead Highway, Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada
250-828-9749
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Ranked #2 of 19 attractions in Kamloops
Type: History Museums
Owner description: The Secwepemc Museum & Heritage Park is located along the banks of the beautiful South Thompson River. The Secwepemc Museum & Heritage Park consists... more » Owner description: The Secwepemc Museum & Heritage Park is located along the banks of the beautiful South Thompson River. The Secwepemc Museum & Heritage Park consists of both an inside and outside viewing experience for visitors. The tour of the museum offers a rich history of the life of the Secwepemc people. Once inside the museum visitors can view "The Land of the Secwepemc" DVD, and can then immerse themselves in the beautiful artefacts and displays within the four galleries that are offered.Afterwards, the Heritage park offers a trail of over a kilometre of archaeological remains of a 2,000 year old Secwepemc winter village. The winter village consists of 4 reconstructed winter pit-houses, and summer tule mat lodges which feature various unique food preparation structures. In addition; for viewing pleasure, is one of Kamloops Marshes that is filled with beautiful wildlife and visitors may even be able to get a glimpse of the Coyote (Skelep) and her pups that are currently living in the area. « less
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

We took our preschool age child and a few of his friends to the Secwepemc Museum and Heritage park for a picnic lunch and a tour of the museum. The outdoor heritage park is lovely - open with winding paths all of the flora and fauna are marked with signs (which is nice when your children say "what's this? What's... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

The artifacts in the museum are great to view and iyou can spend a while studying the beautiful caraftsmanship of various items. The heritage park gives you a glimse into the living accomodations at the time.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2013

The Museum has indoor and outdoor displays. The authentically constructed outdoor pit house is right by the river. When you sit inside you feel the life of the culture.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 November 2012

An orientation film tells this First Nation's story, then you proceed to two small exhibit rooms. There is a clear narrative voice about the abuses suffered under the Indian schools system, the loss of lands and the resilience of the people. There is a self guided walk with accompanying pamphlet about the plants that were harvested by the people in... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 October 2012

Hey, white guy here! Sorry if I misspelled pow wow. The Secwepemc were incredible host's of a truly eye opening experience and I emplore all those whom have a smattering of respect for the first people's to get there tickets now and go to the celebration these folks put on. So many dancers and remarkable performers... Shivers down my spine... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 October 2012

Like the Haida or Shus-wa peoples, a very truthful representation of the culture and what happened to them when the White people came.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 September 2012

Museum had a great film to bring you up to date with the culture. The exhibits are interesting; from fossils to canoes. The outdoor dispays are fabulous. We were keeping our eyes open on this walk as there was fresh bear droppings. Always be aware of your surroundings.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 July 2012

liked the honesty with which the reports were done. sad story but not a unique one, there were a lot of bad things done in the past that now need to be exposed so healing can happen. enjoyed the exhibits especially the outside ones. Eleanor was v helpful. thank you for my little 'magnifier' gift. I hope the young lady... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 July 2012

This is not a flashy place, but the displays are authentic and original. Take a walk in the heritage park and explore traditional pit houses. It can easily be experienced in an hour or so, making it a nice stop in a day of exploring the area.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

This was not the easiest place to find, the signposting was not good. It was a very interesting exhibition though, you need to do a lot of reading to understand the history fully but well worth it. The first nation people were not treated very well, especially the way in which children were forcibly 'civilised'. Yet another stain on the... More

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