The Children’s Museum of Victoria Association (CMVA), a registered not for profit organization, was formed in March 1999 due to a perceived need for an educational facility designed uniquely for young children in the Victoria area. The Association was founded by a board of committed community members along with the support of an experienced Advisory Committee and a host of volunteers. Operating as a museum without walls, we’ve hosted numerous exhibits and programs throughout the community. Our goal is to have a permanent home soon where we can provide a place for children to stretch their imaginations and to learn through engaging "hands-on" exhibits and programming.

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Why a Children’s Museum?

Children’s Museums throughout the world have been critically important to the learning development of young minds. They foster the significance of learning in a nurturing family environment. Children will benefit from a museum of their own, where they can learn about the world around them through hands-on experience. Imagine a place where science, history and art come alive and learning is fun. Being inspired to make the world a better place. Families will benefit from a special place to share the excitement of discovery, and a place to strengthen the bond between child and caregiver. Schools will benefit from a partner that can enrich classroom education. Tourists will benefit from a place that the entire family can enjoy, the highlight of a Vancouver Island family visit. And we will all benefit from a place that celebrates the joy of sharing and learning.