Museum

MUSEUM

Art Gallery

ART GALLERY

Archives

ARCHIVES

"A big-time show in a small-town place!"

How to find us

Archives

During the winter, use of the Archives is by appointment only.
Phone or e-mail to arrange
for an Archive Volunteer to meet with you.

On-line Archive material at:

Phone: 250 546 – 8318

Museum & Art Gallery

WINTER HOURS

January 10 – March 28, 2026

Museum and Art Gallery
CLOSED

Monday [Archives only]
Tuesday  [Archives only]
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Closed
Friday Closed
Saturday 10:00 to 2:00 PM

[Book Sale Only]

Sunday Closed

–> Annual Gigantic Book Sale April 4 – 11, 2026
–> Call to schedule an appointment with an Archivist for historical information queries.
Ph. #:    250-546-8318
E-mail: asmas@telus.net

–> Call to schedule a book drop-off other than Saturday
Roni (250-546-6045)

Upcoming Events

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Happy New Year!

Only a few more days left until the new year!

As most of you know, our Administrator is away from January 1st until April 1st.
Here are the hours for the Gallery for January to March of 2026:

((Enjoy the book sale over the winter on Saturdays!))


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Silent Auction and Book Sale On Now!

’Twas only days before Christmas, when throughout our small hall,

Festive laughter and kindness wrapped a welcome for all.

The window committee dressed the season with delicate care,

So each guest who stepped inside felt a warm wonder there.

Little ones gather ’round craft tables or puzzle away,

While adults bid on treasures in the Silent Auction’s display.

Here, holidays shine brightest when shared with neighbours and friends—

From stories to art, may our service to this community never end.

 

((Silent Auction Ends December 20th.))
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The Holiday Season Begins at the Museum!

Our most festive tradition is just around the corner…

 

This beloved event brings local creativity to life with an incredible lineup of artisans and makers. We’re excited to welcome back favourites like Brenda Firth (Pets Craft) and Gayle Mortenson (Wooden Craft), as well as talented local artisans Shauna Sherwood, Ashley Marzoff, Shalane Vinnie, and Grace Metz. You’ll also find amazing items from Sipology, Sara B. Handmade, and Double Vision Wooden Crafts—from handcrafted goods to cozy treats to holiday décor, there truly is something for everyone.

And let’s not forget the bake sale and local history books, lovingly organized by our volunteers. (Trust us—the baking table goes fast!)

But wait—there’s more!
This event also marks the beginning of our Annual Book & Puzzle Sale, which will take over our Freeze Gallery with thousands of gently used books at unbeatable prices. It’s the perfect place to stock up on gifts, winter reading, and rare finds.

Come for the crafts and stay for the books… or come for the books and stay for the crafts!

📅 Saturday, November 29
🕗 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Armstrong Spallumcheen Museum & Art Gallery

Start your holiday season with community, creativity, and a little bit of magic. We can’t wait to see you there!

About Us

In the early 1970’s residents of Armstrong found themselves powerless to save an historic building from being demolished. This event was the spark that led to the creation of the Armstrong Spallumcheen Historical Society, incorporated in 1974. In the beginning, the Society’s collection consisted mainly of historical photographs. Almost a decade later the City of Armstrong offered the Society space in part of a machine storage building. The Society opened a museum to the public in 1983. In 1988, with the help of a gift from Rusty Freeze, they expanded into the rest of the building and added an Art Gallery. At this time the name of the Society changed to the Armstrong Spallumcheen Museum and Arts Society. The museum and art gallery are the result of the dedication of the many volunteers from the community who continue to be active in it’s operation.

THE Armstrong Spallumcheen Museum and Art Gallery is located in historic downtown Armstrong. The first building on this site was moved from Lansdowne in 1901. Over time he expanded the building. The business was later operated by his sons and gradually changed into a machine shop. It has also served as a storage facility, automobile garage and gas station. Since becoming a museum, the facility has been upgraded many times, Our renovations in 2011 included fresh paint, new signage, a timber frame entrance and a colonnade. We now have a brand new, but still historic, look for a favourite old building.

 

What we do at the Armstrong Spallumcheen Museum and Art Gallery:

  • Research, document, store, preserve, and make accessible Armstrong Spallumcheen artifacts and records.
  • Respond to archival inquiries from around the world.
  • Educate visitors about the history of this region.
  • Provide educational services to our schools.
  • Support local artists by exhibiting their work.
  • Supply a venue for a drop-in painting group.
  • Sponsor art related workshops.
  • Attract tourists and host tour groups interested in the art and history of Armstrong and Spallumcheen.
  • Provide access to very low cost used books at our annual book sale.

Administrator: Will Cullen

CONTACT US

    Some items from our Archives are available at:

    Armstrong Spallumcheen

    Tourist Information available at the Chamber of Commerce next door.

    www.aschamber.com

    Annual Used Book Sale
    Books accepted year around for our Sale. Drop books off whenever we are open or next door at the Chamber of Commerce during their business hours.

    Affiliated Accomodation: hotelscombined.ca 

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