Arts & Culture

Arts & Culture

Art and Culture are very important to Peachlanders. Something special about us is that many of our community members volunteer their time at the Art Gallery, Visitor Centre, or at events that promote our culture!

Peachland Art Gallery

Peachland Art Gallery, located at Our SPACE inside the historic Peachland School, is a wonderful place to explore. It hosts art exhibitions that promote the entire Okanagan and a diverse group of artists. They also host live music and dinner events.

Peachland Museum

The unique 8-sided Peachland Baptist Church was constructed, mainly by volunteers, in 1910 and served as a place of worship until 1964.  Over the years it has functioned as a temporary Municipal Hall, Post Office, Parks and Recreation Office, Fire Brigade Hall and Public Library.

The picture on the left shows it under construction. Note the peach tree growing in the foreground. Since 1980 the building has housed the Peachland Museum and since 1981, the church building was declared an official British Columbia Heritage site.

Hundreds of historical artifacts, photographs, newspapers and documents are on display.  Together, they offer a glimpse into the rich history of Peachland and its people.

The personal histories of pioneer Peachland families are documented in three volumes:  Peachland Memories 1 & 2 and the 2009 Centennial Picture Book. The books are available for purchase at the Museum.

The upper floor of the Museum houses a scale model of the Kettle Valley Railway, as it existed between 1955 and 1965, built and maintained by  the Central Okanagan Railway Company.

The Ground floor is wheelchair accessible, and has all the Visitor Info you may need!

Peachland Visitor Centre

Let us help you make memories in our charming town! Whether you are a visitor who needs directions or advice on what to do, or a local who is looking for community information, we are here for you! Our historic building is over 115 years old and once served as (at one time or another); the Baptist Church, Post Office, Fire Brigade, Council Chambers, and Library!

Take a swing at the Heritage Park playground, walk the Ray Kandola Pier, or cool down at the Splashpad; all are located directly across from the Visitor Centre building.

We are more than just a visitor centre— we are also an attraction where you can take a tour of our Museum and learn about Peachland’s pioneer history. You can also learn about trains, fruit, and ships of the Okanagan! Our building is home to a large HO scale model Train Display of the Kettle Valley Railway, circa 1955-56. This interactive display features buttons for lights and sounds and even smoke! Children (and those young at heart) will absolutely enjoy it!

 

For more information on Peachland’s settlers, fruit orchards, and other history, visit the Peachland Museum.

For more information on the Kettle Valley Railway Display, visit the Central Okanagan Railway Company.

Sncewips Heritage Museum

Since time immemorial, the Syilx/Okanagan People have lived on the land that we know today as the Okanagan. Our visitor centre resides on the unceded, traditional territory of the Syilx people. Sncewips Heritage Museum tells their story. They are a living museum, meaning that much of the artifacts they have on display they still use to this very day. Let their knowledgeable staff guide you through the museum and teach you about Syilx culture and history from ancient times to present. They are a located in West Kelowna about 25 minutes from downtown Peachland.

Westbank Museum

Visit the Westbank Museum to learn about the rich history of the West Kelowna (formerly known as Westbank and still known to many as Westbank!) West Kelowna/Westbank/Westbank First Nations has an interesting, controversial history that you can find on display at the Westbank Museum. You can learn a lot about the settlers and pioneer families there, and you can also take a tour of their Fur Trapper Cabin replica to learn what life was like in times of old.

Our Neighbours

Sncewips Heritage Museum

Since time immemorial, the Syilx/Okanagan People have lived on the land that we know today as the Okanagan. Our visitor centre resides on the unceded, traditional territory of the Syilx people. Sncewips Heritage Museum tells their story. They are a living museum, meaning that much of the artifacts they have on display they still use to this very day. Let their knowledgeable staff guide you through the museum and teach you about Syilx culture and history from ancient times to present. They are a located in West Kelowna about 25 minutes from downtown Peachland.

Westbank Museum

Visit the Westbank Museum to learn about the rich history of the West Kelowna (formerly known as Westbank and still known to many as Westbank!) West Kelowna/Westbank/Westbank First Nations has an interesting, controversial history that you can find on display at the Westbank Museum. You can learn a lot about the settlers and pioneer families there, and you can also take a tour of their Fur Trapper Cabin replica to learn what life was like in times of old.