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