Museum of Anthropology Vancouver

vancouver, canada

Famous for: History and Culture, Architecture, Art Galleries, Museums

At Museum of Anthropology travelers can witness traditional and contemporary art from acrosss the world. Magnificent carvings, weavings and contemporary artwork will keep you entertained. Few must see things here include the Raven and the First Men, Bear and Wasco sculptures, Totem Poles from Haida, and Haida Houses.

About Contact Location

When to visit: january - december

Timing:

Closed : Monday

10:00 - 17:00 : Sunday, Tuesday - Wednesday, Friday - Saturday

10:00 - 21:00 : Thursday

Duration: 3 hours

Entry Fee: CA$ 18

Tips: Entry charges on Thursday evening (5 – 9 pm) is 10 CAD | The 4, 14, 25, 33, 41, 43, 44, 49, 84, 99 B-Line, 480 buses arrive at UBC Exchange Bay 2—a 15 minute walk to MOA.

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Museum of Anthropology is located at the University of British Columbia (UBC) campus in Vancouver. Here visitors can explore traditional and contemporary art from cultures acrosss the world. The building is known for its architecture and overlooks the mountains and ocean.

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Highlights
- the yellow cedar sculpture The Raven and the First Men by Bill Reid
- Bear and Wasco (Sea Wolf) sculptures
- Musqueam artifacts
- totem poles from Haida and other First Nations village
- Haida houses and Musqueam house

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How to Reach
Bus:
- 4, 14, 25, 33, 41, 43, 44, 49, 84, 99 B-Line and 480 buses arrive at UBC Exchange Bay 2 (15-minute walk from MOA)
- 4 and 14 buses arrive on and depart from University Boulevard (20-minute walk from MOA)
- 68 UBC Exchange/Lower Mall shuttle bus departs from UBC Exchange 1