Welcome to the Lillooet Museum, your gateway to the rich and compelling stories of the Lillooet region! As one of the caretakers of this vibrant history, the Lillooet District Historical Society is dedicated to learning from the past, considering the present, and thoughtfully planning for the future of our community’s heritage.
Looking for the perfect gift for a history lover or book connoisseur this holiday season? The Lillooet Museum is delighted to feature three beloved local titles—each celebrating the stories, landscapes, and voices that make our region unique.
Featured Books
Lillooet Over the Years
By Jacob Stathers
A collection of photographs and stories highlighting the history of the Lillooet region.
Purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/Lillooet-over-Years-Jacob-Stathers/dp/B0F4RWPVHD/
In the Ditch: Stories from the Pacific Eastern Railway
By Eric Stathers
A humorous and engaging look at life along the Pacific Eastern Railway.
Purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/Ditch-Stories-Pacific-Eastern-Railway/dp/0692562826/
Hal’s Book: Sketches by Hal Stathers
By Hal Stathers
A personal collection of sketches and reflections from one of Lillooet’s storytellers.
Purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/Hals-Book-Sketches-Hal-Stathers/dp/B0CTN6F51L/
All three titles are available online, making it easy to share the stories of Lillooet with friends and family near and far this holiday season. In addition, every purchase helps to support the Lillooet District Historical Society!
It’s that time again!! Join us for the Lillooet District Historical Society’s Annual General Meeting! We have accomplished a lot this year, and we are just getting started! Come find out what’s happening, what is in store for 2026, and meet the people making it happen!
LDHS Annual General Meeting
Thursday, November 20, 2025 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Location: Lillooet REC Centre, Room 201
Call for Directors!!! If you are interested in shaping the future of the Lillooet District Historical Society by becoming an LDHS Board member, please reach out to Angela Bissat, Executive Director at lillooetmuseum@gmail.com!
Left to right: Board Director Aleda Johnson, Director Marg Lampman, Executive Director Angela Bissat, Summer Student Lucy James, Board Director Johannes Bodendorfer
GOOD LUCK LUCY!!
Join us as we wish our Summer Student, Lucy James, all the best as she leaves for university life!!! Lucy has been with the Museum & Visitor Centre for the last two summers and has been instrumental in helping us succeed! She is a member of our family, and we are very grateful to have had the opportunity to work with her! All the best, your future is as bright as a shining star!!
As one of the caretakers of this vibrant history, the Lillooet District Historical Society is dedicated to learning from the past, considering the present, and thoughtfully planning for the future of our community’s heritage.
Effective August 12, 2025, the Lillooet Museum will be charging an admission of $5 per person, ages 10 and older. Visitor Centre information is available free of charge.
Our mission is to cultivate a deep understanding of Lillooet’s journey and spark an awareness of its exciting future. We achieve this by diligently developing, preserving, and exhibiting collections that illuminate the diverse history of this area. Through innovative programming and by actively engaging audiences locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally, we strive to make Lillooet’s stories accessible to all.
In all our endeavors, we are guided by the core values of transparency, accountability, relevance, and trust. We invite you to explore our exhibits and collections, discover upcoming programs, and connect with the fascinating history that makes Lillooet so unique.
The Lillooet over the Years is based on the archives and photographs donated by Lillooet families to the Lillooet Museum. It provides a pictorial description of Lillooet over time. Learn about the early settlement, industry, buildings, community, and people. This book may also serve as a useful reference for visitors to enjoy the Lillooet Museum as well as the heritage tours of the Lillooet District and St’at’imc Territory.