Through our permanent and temporary displays, the CFB Esquimalt & Naval and Military Museum seeks to increase understanding and awareness of the contribution made by the Navy and Army on the West Coast of Canada, to our community, and to the wider world.
Permanent
Exhibits & Displays
Recent
Exhibits & Displays
In 2025 we added a permanent display honouring the late Commander (Ret’d) Peter Godwin Chance. This display features his medals, uniform, and personal belongings, celebrating a career that spanned from the – Battle of the Atlantic to the Korean War.
In 2025 the museum expanded its Ship Bells display. Traditionally made of brass or bronze, bells have been used for safety, to tell time, and for important naval ceremonies. Today, ship bells continue to be an important part of naval practice that captures the heart of every ship.
Exhibit & Display
Testimonials
Sandy and Nancy G.
Seguin, WA
Ex navy stationed in Halifax. Great Exhibit.
Janet C.
Duncan, BC
Everything looks fabulous – congrats!
The P. Family
Oak Bay, BC
Congrats on the expansion.
Anne M.
Brentwood Bay, BC
A wonderful display – well worth a visit.
Stephen L.
Victoria, BC
“Top Class”, as always.
-Harold G.
Victoria, BC
Came to see where I joined up in 1940.
Margaret T.
Victoria, BC
Fascinating!
Valerie Z. C.
Esquimalt BC
First time here, not the last!
Grant S.
Esquimalt, BC
First time; will return.
Rich G.
Saanichton, BC
I’ll be back for a full day. This place is big
Kevin and Hope W.
Edmonton, AB
An outstanding facility and an outstanding tour from Mr. Baker.
Richard L.
Penticton, BC
Great history lesson!
Denis E.
Victoria, BC
I had no idea such a wealth of historic naval archives were available until I had the pleasure of discovering your museum. I can’t wait to bring my dad on my next visit.
Baldeep S.
View Royal BC
I have gained useful information about Canadian history. This visit will be one of my best memories.
Hans and Christiana
Zena, Germany
Magnificent!
Arnold M.
Victoria, BC
Always enjoy coming here.
Kareem and Cosette N.
Victoria, BC
I love bringing my young daughter here. I’ve always loved this place.
Colleen and Wayne B.
Whitby, ON
Wonderful help from volunteers and archivists, thanks so much!
Valerie A. and Don T.
Victoria, BC
Interesting, informative, and hopefully our schools will see this.
Allison and kids
Sidney, BC
Such a nice surprise!
J.F.M.
Victoria, BC
Very nice collection, amazing models and displays.
Ron B.
New Westminster, BC
Brought back lots of wonderful memories.
Sean, Seamus and Heather E.
Hong Kong, China
Outstanding, great to see such worthy pride in the navy.
Colleen and Wayne B.
Whitby, ON
Wonderful help from volunteers and archivists, thanks so much!
Rene G. and Micheline B.
Magog, QC
Merveilleux!
Lee M.
Boswell BC
Impressive and educational!
Jan G.
Gibbons, AB
What a great museum, enjoyed every bit of it!
Cindy and Ian R.
Calgary, AB
Always a great opportunity to learn something.
Michael and Samantha H.
Victoria, BC
Thanks, the displays were wonderful. We learned a lot. Loved the animal mascot stories too.
Greg M.
Surrey, BC
Very well done, luv the history.
Tim A. (retired Lieutenant-Cdr)
Ottawa, ON
Very well presented! BZ!
James B.
Ottawa, ON
Very informative and emotional.
Linda and John F.
Edmonton, AB
Impressive!
David R.
North Vancouver BC
First class museum. Professionally done and some heart-warming memories!
Len V.
Calgary, AB
Thank you for preserving our proud military history.
Derek and Sharon M.
ex HMCS NEW GLASGOW
Wonderful memories, so glad we came here!
Katharine T.
Brooklyn, NY
Fascinating, especially the King George V video and the fallout shelter display.
Maria M.
St.-Imier, Switzerland
Merci beaucoup, j’ai bien aimé.
Sheryl & Ken F.
Surrey, BC
Learned 18 different specific items of history that I had no idea about – great Canadiana, thank you!
Margaret G.
Edmonton, AB
Fabulous!
Wendy M.
Kamloops, BC
Very good, more people should see it and know about it.
Jen, Cam and Zach
Calgary, AB
Really loved the pets display, kids exhibit great way to keep them engaged.
B.R.
Colwood, BC
Lots of progress since i visited two years ago, BZ!!
Mackenzie L.
Victoria, BC
Best field trip ever!
Alia, Jason and Dexter V.
Calgary, AB
Excellent kids area!
Ron S.
Bodwell High School, North Vancouver, BC
Excellent connection to the BC curriculum. Bravo!
Lew B.
Port Alberni, BC
We LOVE this museum!
Randy and Carole W.
Barrie, ON
Very interesting, I learned a lot about our Armed Forces.
Gary L.
Victoria, BC
Thanks for keeping the memories alive and vibrant!
Diane S.
Carrying Place, ON
Found my father-in-law’s signature on the HMCS UGANDA life preserver!
Robert and Shirley M.
Charlottetown, PEI
Beautiful Base, fantastic history!
Bernard & Quintin T.
Singapore
Great museum – My 9 year old is fascinated!
Karl H.
Lakefield, ON
Interested in seeing the history of the Canadian navy our son belongs to.
Melissa, Niko and Isabella B.
Chilliwack, BC
My son loved it!
Paula and Craig C.
Rocklin, California, USA
Fabulous, great museum, everyone very helpful and friendly.
Tom M.
Campbell River BC
Excellent museum and professional displays.
Scott M. and Sherry S.
London, ON
My second visit in 7 years, good museum.
Tom and Vikki B.
Esquimalt, BC
First time for Vikki. Awesome!
Linda B.
Victoria, BC
Victoria’s best kept secret, loved the new submarine display!
David and Nancy C.
Severn, MD, USA
Well done. The museum is the public face of the Canadian Navy & Military.
SLt C. and Mari M.
ancouver, BC
Beautiful place, thank you for the warm welcome and tour!
David C.
Victoria, BC
Lots of memories. Well kept. Thank you!
David and Jan C.
Bathhurst, New South Wales, Australia
Very interesting, worth the cab ride from Victoria city centre.
Dale and Elizabeth S.
Calgary, AB
A step back in history. Excellent.
Ethan X.
Saanich, BC
I am a naval fan from China and think this museum is very good.
Leah K.
Nanaimo, BC
Really unique. Mannequins very cool.
Jane W.
Thunder Bay, ON
Very interesting place, great history.
The D. family
Saskatoon, SK
The best museum in BC, awesome, great guide.
Brian and Betty Ann J.
Dartmouth, NS
Thank you so much, great, staff were wonderful.
Vince P.
Colwood, BC
Wonderful museum, thank you.
Norman K. (RCN 1959-1988)
Chilliwack, BC
Thanks for having this available, so informative.
Thor M.
Victoria, BC
Lots of good, detailed history – makes it ‘alive’.
Cristina and Graham
Wetaskiwin, AB
Wonderful and informative stories, thank you for your service.
Connie & Alan B.
Cobourg, ON
Interesting displays, well done.
J. and A. L.
Edmonton, AB
Beautiful artifacts and well-preserved and presented.
A. L. and C. L.
Richmond, BC
Really well kept and presented. Thank you so much!
Elizabeth W.
Victoria, BC
Excellent display of military history.
Doreen F.
Victoria, BC
Came with my 92-year old dad, so he could show us where he signed up.
Birgitta B.
Nelson, BC
Loved the pets and the WWII display.
John and Susan G.
Richmond, CA USA
Coming here was our #1 priority! Thank you!
The I. family
Duncan, BC
Researching my stepfather’s WW2 service in the RCN.
Ronald H.
Melville, SK
Great museum, worth coming back to.
Eric E.
Atlanta, Georgia
Absolutely beautifully done, congratulations.
Gillian B.
Victoria, BC
Lived here a long time, finally discovered it – great!
Heather and Graham S.
Yorkshire, England
Very interesting, loved it!
Dari and Ken K.
Victoria, BC
I should have visited the museum years ago.
For More Information About
Any of Our Services
E-mail:
Phone:
Mail:
CFB Esquimalt Naval & Military Museum
PO Box 17000 Stn Forces
Victoria, BC V9A 7N2
Other
Museum Services
Museum
Hours
MAY 1 – SEP 2:
7 Days a Week: 10:00 am – 3:30 pm
SEP 3 – APR 30:
Monday to Friday: 10:00 am – 3:30 pm
Archives & Office
Hours
Year Round
Monday to Friday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
To confirm if we are open, please call (250) 363-5655 or (250) 363-4312
CFB Esquimalt
Naval & Military Museum
E-MAIL:
Info@NavalAndMilitaryMuseum.org
PHONE:
MAIL:
CFB ESQUIMALT NAVAL & MILITARY MUSEUM
PO Box 17000 Stn Forces
Victoria, BC V9A 7N2
