The Summerland Museum and Archives collects documents, photos, maps, and objects that were made, used, or have particular importance to the history of the Summerland District, as well as the surrounding areas of Faulder, Meadow Valley, Bathfield, Agur Lake, Bald Range, and Darke Lake (formerly known as Fish Lake).
You can find more information in our Collections Policy, and be sure to check our Research page for information on accessing the collections.
Archives
The archival holdings of the Summerland Museum include documents, photos, maps, newspapers, and records.
You can see our online photo collection HERE.
Artifacts
Artifacts at the Summerland Museum include implements and tools from a variety of trades, clothing and household goods, furniture, recreational objects, and display and packaging materials.
Art
In 2006, the Summerland Museum was gifted over one hundred pieces of art collected by resident and former museum director, Doreen Tait. The collection, begun in the 1950s, includes photographs, watercolours, oils, pen and inks, and pastels, all created by local artists. The Tait collection augments a collection of art at the Museum that includes artists such as Irvine Adams, Marjorie Croil, Ken Ballantyne, Bruce Crawford, and many more!