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At a glance01Museum of Anthropology at UBC02Science World03Museum of Vancouver
Current position#1 in Vancouver#2 in Vancouver#3 in Vancouver
Recognized asAnthropology museum at 6393 NW Marine DriveHands-on science centre at 1455 Quebec StreetCivic history museum at 1100 Chestnut Street
Best forIndigenous and world arts, visible collections and research-led interpretationFamilies wanting participatory science demonstrations and exhibitsUnderstanding Vancouver through local history, design and changing exhibitions
Decision fitCollection and research depth · Community-centred interpretation · Exact UBC campusHands-on learning · Live science programs · Family visit planningVancouver-specific history · Changing exhibitions · Manageable half-day visit
Profile typeBusiness / organizationBusiness / organizationBusiness / organization
Geographic scopeVancouver, British ColumbiaVancouver, British ColumbiaVancouver, British Columbia
Public editionQ3 2026Q3 2026Q3 2026

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