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.
The Lillooet District Historical Society is seeking community input as we plan for the future of the Lillooet Museum & Visitor Centre.
Take the Lillooet Museum & Visitor Centre Community Survey
LDHS is looking for community members interested in joining our Board of Directors. You don’t need to be a museum or heritage expert — bring your ideas, experience and community perspective.
Museum & Visitor Centre — Seasonal Closure
The Lillooet Museum & Visitor Centre will close for the 2026 season after Monday, October 5.
Thank you to everyone who visited, participated in our programs and supported the Museum & Visitor Centre throughout the season.
Research Requests: During the seasonal closure, new research requests will be deferred until Spring 2027.
For general inquiries, please contact lillooetmuseum@gmail.com or 250-256-4308.
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!
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.
Museum Admission: $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.