Nelson Museum, Archives and Gallery

502 Vernon Street, Nelson, BC V1L 4E7

Museum, archives and gallery in Nelson’s 1902 former post office, presenting regional history, exhibitions, collections and community arts programming.

Museum, archives and gallery in a 1902 heritage building.

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