Visit
Hours
Admissions
Please note: Due to a number of safety concerns as we reconfigure our Park and Museum, all visits require a guided tour. Tours are offered every hour on the hour throughout the day and take about an hour. Following your tour, you will be invited to explore in more detail some of the exhibits on your own.
Waiver
By entering the property of The Kamloops Heritage Railway Society (hereafter referred to as “KHR”), I understand and agree as follows:
KHR is an active, working railway yard, engaging in traditional and potentially dangerous railway activities, including the movement of equipment, and operation.
Safety Rules and precautions are provided and MUST be adhered to. Within the parameters of a working railyard, I understand that KHR has erected safety provisions where possible, however, there are aspects that are inherently dangerous even with gates and safety precautions in place.
There are risks associated with entrance and participation in activities at KHR, such as physical injury, pain, suffering, temporary or permanent disability, death, or economic loss. These injuries may arise from my own or others’ actions, inactions, or negligence. Nonetheless, I assume all risks of my entrance to the KHR and participation in activities, whether known or unknown to me.
In consideration for permission to enter and participate at KHR, I release from liability and waive my right to sue KHR, their employees, officers, volunteers, and agents (collectively “Museum”) from any and all claims, including claims of the Museum’s negligence, resulting in any physical injury, illness (including death) or economic loss I may suffer, or which may result from my participation on KHR Property, travel to and from the KHR, or any events incidental to my participation on KHR property.
PARENTS AND/OR GUARDIANS
I am the parent or legal guardian of an Entrant. I understand the legal consequences of my responsibility for the Entrant, including (a) releasing the KHRs Park and Museum from all liability on my and the Entrant’s behalf; (b) waiving my and the Entrant’s right to sue the Museum; (c) and assuming all risks of the Entrants participation at KHR Park and Museum, including travel to and from KHR Park and Museum. I allow the Entrant to participate in this activity. I understand that I am responsible for the obligations and acts of the Entrant as described in this document.
I agree to be bound by the terms of this document.
Visitor Safety & Guidelines
Please have fun, but avoid loud or unruly behaviour. If you verbally or physically abuse staff or visitors, you will be asked to leave.
Respect the exhibits. Except where clearly indicated you can touch things, please do not touch artefacts, stand in exhibits, climb things, lick paintings, or sit on display cases.
Smoking or vaping are not permitted anywhere within
Alcohol and recreational cannabis consumption is prohibited on the property.
Shirts and shoes are mandatory. The KHR facilities are located within an operating rail yard. High heels are not permitted and if you are wearing open toed shoes we ask that you use caution while walking through the grounds and stepping from one car into another.
Swimwear and clothing displaying offensive content, are not allowed.
Solicitation of any kind is prohibited in the building and throughout the property.
With the exception of service dogs, pets are not permitted on the KHR grounds. Please do not leave your pets alone in vehicles, as summer temperatures in this region can be deadly.
With the exception of baby bottles and water, food and drink are not permitted inside any of the buildings, railcars or exhibit areas. Please enjoy your food and beverages outside in designated areas but please use the trash cans and recycling bins provided.
You are welcome to take photos throughout the grounds for non-commercial use. Please be aware of and respect other visitors when taking photos. Tripods, lights and other aides are not permitted.
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult throughout the Museum and for public programs.
Leave your drones at home! Drones and other unmanned air vehicles are not permitted inside the museum or to fly over the museum without written permission from the museum director.
Upcoming Events
Opening Day
May 6, 2023 - We kick off the 2023 season on May 6th with an open house in partnership with the Vintage Car Club of Kamloops, Biggz Bar-B-Que and Lakeside mini donuts. Entrance will be by donation
Cars in The Yard
June 3, 2023 Come on down and check out both the Museum and a collection of classic muscle cars brought to us by Pharaoh’s Car Club.
Heritage Park Tour
Through stories, displays and experiences, you will be transported back to a time when a railway helped build a country.
1) It is highly recommend that you wear closed-toed shoes.
2) No smoking.
3) No alcohol.
Summer Hours are from May 19 to Sept 15, 10am to 4pm, Wednesday through Sunday and on stat holidays.
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Events
Please contact us for more information and to book your event.
Finding Us
We are located under the Red Bridge in Pioneer Park. Should you need assistance please call 250-374-2141.