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Brisbane - Vancouver Intl.
AU$3,155 per person
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Sat., 1 Feb. - Sat., 8 Feb.
Brisbane - Vancouver Intl.
AU$2,677 per person
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Sat., 1 Feb. - Sat., 8 Feb.
Brisbane - Vancouver Intl.
AU$3,231 per person
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Sat., 1 Feb. - Sat., 8 Feb.
Brisbane - Vancouver Intl.
AU$3,203 per person
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Sun., 2 Feb. - Sat., 8 Feb.
Brisbane - Vancouver Intl.
AU$2,068 per person
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Sun., 2 Feb. - Sat., 8 Feb.
Brisbane - Vancouver Intl.
AU$2,271 per person
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Sun., 2 Feb. - Sat., 8 Feb.
Brisbane - Vancouver Intl.
AU$2,999 per person
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Sun., 2 Feb. - Sat., 8 Feb.
Brisbane - Vancouver Intl.
AU$2,721 per person
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Sat., 1 Feb. - Sat., 8 Feb.
Brisbane - Vancouver Intl.
AU$3,517 per person
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Sat., 1 Feb. - Sat., 8 Feb.
Brisbane - Vancouver Intl.
AU$2,952 per person
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Sun., 2 Feb. - Sat., 8 Feb.
Brisbane - Vancouver Intl.
AU$2,773 per person
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Museum of Anthropology
Hidden within the campus of the University of British Columbia in Vancouver is the Museum of Anthropology, an architectural gem housing one of the world's most extensive collections of anthropological items. Intricately carved totem poles, figures, ceramics and other one-of-a-kind artefacts allow you to delve deep into fascinating cultures from around the world.
With over 500,000 artefacts in its collection, you’ll find objects from Africa, Indonesia, Oceania, China and India, along with fascinating exhibits commemorating the diverse cultural history of British Columbia. Understand a little more about the First Nations and other indigenous people of Canada through the vast collections of art and artefacts. The carefully curated exhibitions includes ritual masks, elaborately decorated canoes, beautifully carved figures, and jewellery.
Venture outdoors to see two reconstructed Haida houses and ten full-scale totem poles. An indigenous nation of the Pacific Northwest Coast, the Haida built the traditional buildings which became the epicentre of Haida social, economic, and political life.
One of the must-sees is Haida artist Bill Reid's magnificent masterpiece, The Raven and the First Men, a yellow cedar sculpture so prominent, it is featured on the Canadian 20 dollar note. Take advantage of the free gallery walks given by knowledgeable volunteers for some insight into the exhibitions.
From its modest roots in the basement of the main library where the University of British Columbia first stored its collection of ethnographic artefacts in 1947, the museum has grown both in stature and structure. Designed by renowned Canadian architect Arthur Erickson, the museum includes exhibition galleries, storage facilities, a resource library, and teaching laboratory. The grandiose glass panels seamlessly merge the great outdoors with the interior space, allowing many of the exhibits to bathe in natural light.
Stop by the café for a quick bite, and walk through the massive Gitxsan artist-carved doors into the museum shop to peruse the selection of original Northwest coast jewellery, masks, carvings, baskets and other crafts.
The Museum of Anthropology is a 20-minute drive from downtown Vancouver, and parking is available. It’s also accessible by public transport.
Guide to Exploring around Museum of Anthropology
Lodging Near Museum of Anthropology
Price for 1 night 2 adults*
Pacific Spirit Hostel
1935 Lower Mall, Vancouver, BCSituated in Vancouver, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Nitobe Memorial Garden, University of British Columbia and Museum of Anthropology. Wreck Beach ...
Gage Residence at UBC
5959 Student Union Blvd, Vancouver, BCSituated in Vancouver, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of University of British Columbia and Museum of Anthropology. Jericho Beach is 3 mi (4.9 km) ...
Gage Residence at UBCAU$199
Per night/room
14 Dec. - 15 Dec.
Ponderosa Studios at UBC
2075 West Mall, Vancouver, BCSituated near the beach, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Nitobe Memorial Garden and University of British Columbia. Museum of Anthropology is 0.5 mi ...
West Coast Suites at UBC
5961 Student Union Blvd, Vancouver, BCSituated in Vancouver, this golf hotel is within a 15-minute walk of University of British Columbia and Museum of Anthropology. Jericho Beach is 3 mi (4.8 km) ...
Comfortable 2bdr 2 BR Condo in UBC
Wesbrook Mall 2280, Vancouver, BCSituated in Vancouver, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre and University of British Columbia. Museum ...
Comfortable 2bdr 2BR Condo in UBC
2280 Wesbrook Mall, 417, Vancouver, BCSituated in Vancouver, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre, University of British Columbia, and Museum of ...
Luxury two bedroom apartment at UBC
303-5928 Birney Ave, Vancouver, BCSituated in Vancouver, this apartment building is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre and within 3 miles (5 km) of University of British ...
West Point Grey Guest House UBC
4530 W 11th Ave, Vancouver, BCLocated in West Point Grey, this guesthouse is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Burrard Inlet and within 3 miles (5 km) of University of British Columbia and Jericho Beach. ...
West Point Grey Guest House UBCAU$89
Per night/room
12 Dec. - 13 Dec.