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
Elizabeth W.
Victoria, BC
Excellent display of military history.
SLt C. and Mari M.
ancouver, BC
Beautiful place, thank you for the warm welcome and tour!
The I. family
Duncan, BC
Researching my stepfather’s WW2 service in the RCN.
Robert and Shirley M.
Charlottetown, PEI
Beautiful Base, fantastic history!
James B.
Ottawa, ON
Very informative and emotional.
John and Susan G.
Richmond, CA USA
Coming here was our #1 priority! Thank you!
Allison and kids
Sidney, BC
Such a nice surprise!
Mackenzie L.
Victoria, BC
Best field trip ever!
Kevin and Hope W.
Edmonton, AB
An outstanding facility and an outstanding tour from Mr. Baker.
Colleen and Wayne B.
Whitby, ON
Wonderful help from volunteers and archivists, thanks so much!
Wendy M.
Kamloops, BC
Very good, more people should see it and know about it.
B.R.
Colwood, BC
Lots of progress since i visited two years ago, BZ!!
David and Nancy C.
Severn, MD, USA
Well done. The museum is the public face of the Canadian Navy & Military.
Connie & Alan B.
Cobourg, ON
Interesting displays, well done.
Rene G. and Micheline B.
Magog, QC
Merveilleux!
Thor M.
Victoria, BC
Lots of good, detailed history – makes it ‘alive’.
Jan G.
Gibbons, AB
What a great museum, enjoyed every bit of it!
Norman K. (RCN 1959-1988)
Chilliwack, BC
Thanks for having this available, so informative.
Randy and Carole W.
Barrie, ON
Very interesting, I learned a lot about our Armed Forces.
Sean, Seamus and Heather E.
Hong Kong, China
Outstanding, great to see such worthy pride in the navy.
Stephen L.
Victoria, BC
“Top Class”, as always.
Ronald H.
Melville, SK
Great museum, worth coming back to.
Ron S.
Bodwell High School, North Vancouver, BC
Excellent connection to the BC curriculum. Bravo!
Derek and Sharon M.
ex HMCS NEW GLASGOW
Wonderful memories, so glad we came here!
Tom M.
Campbell River BC
Excellent museum and professional displays.
J.F.M.
Victoria, BC
Very nice collection, amazing models and displays.
Grant S.
Esquimalt, BC
First time; will return.
Gary L.
Victoria, BC
Thanks for keeping the memories alive and vibrant!
David and Jan C.
Bathhurst, New South Wales, Australia
Very interesting, worth the cab ride from Victoria city centre.
Jane W.
Thunder Bay, ON
Very interesting place, great history.
Linda and John F.
Edmonton, AB
Impressive!
Baldeep S.
View Royal BC
I have gained useful information about Canadian history. This visit will be one of my best memories.
Heather and Graham S.
Yorkshire, England
Very interesting, loved it!
Karl H.
Lakefield, ON
Interested in seeing the history of the Canadian navy our son belongs to.
Cindy and Ian R.
Calgary, AB
Always a great opportunity to learn something.
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.
The D. family
Saskatoon, SK
The best museum in BC, awesome, great guide.
Greg M.
Surrey, BC
Very well done, luv the history.
Ron B.
New Westminster, BC
Brought back lots of wonderful memories.
Tim A. (retired Lieutenant-Cdr)
Ottawa, ON
Very well presented! BZ!
Arnold M.
Victoria, BC
Always enjoy coming here.
Dale and Elizabeth S.
Calgary, AB
A step back in history. Excellent.
Janet C.
Duncan, BC
Everything looks fabulous – congrats!
Sandy and Nancy G.
Seguin, WA
Ex navy stationed in Halifax. Great Exhibit.
Katharine T.
Brooklyn, NY
Fascinating, especially the King George V video and the fallout shelter display.
Richard L.
Penticton, BC
Great history lesson!
Vince P.
Colwood, BC
Wonderful museum, thank you.
Valerie Z. C.
Esquimalt BC
First time here, not the last!
Birgitta B.
Nelson, BC
Loved the pets and the WWII display.
Eric E.
Atlanta, Georgia
Absolutely beautifully done, congratulations.
Kareem and Cosette N.
Victoria, BC
I love bringing my young daughter here. I’ve always loved this place.
Leah K.
Nanaimo, BC
Really unique. Mannequins very cool.
Lew B.
Port Alberni, BC
We LOVE this museum!
Lee M.
Boswell BC
Impressive and educational!
Hans and Christiana
Zena, Germany
Magnificent!
Len V.
Calgary, AB
Thank you for preserving our proud military history.
Michael and Samantha H.
Victoria, BC
Thanks, the displays were wonderful. We learned a lot. Loved the animal mascot stories too.
Jen, Cam and Zach
Calgary, AB
Really loved the pets display, kids exhibit great way to keep them engaged.
The P. Family
Oak Bay, BC
Congrats on the expansion.
Melissa, Niko and Isabella B.
Chilliwack, BC
My son loved it!
Dari and Ken K.
Victoria, BC
I should have visited the museum years ago.
J. and A. L.
Edmonton, AB
Beautiful artifacts and well-preserved and presented.
Colleen and Wayne B.
Whitby, ON
Wonderful help from volunteers and archivists, thanks so much!
Ethan X.
Saanich, BC
I am a naval fan from China and think this museum is very good.
David R.
North Vancouver BC
First class museum. Professionally done and some heart-warming memories!
Cristina and Graham
Wetaskiwin, AB
Wonderful and informative stories, thank you for your service.
Valerie A. and Don T.
Victoria, BC
Interesting, informative, and hopefully our schools will see this.
Margaret G.
Edmonton, AB
Fabulous!
Sheryl & Ken F.
Surrey, BC
Learned 18 different specific items of history that I had no idea about – great Canadiana, thank you!
Gillian B.
Victoria, BC
Lived here a long time, finally discovered it – great!
Brian and Betty Ann J.
Dartmouth, NS
Thank you so much, great, staff were wonderful.
Rich G.
Saanichton, BC
I’ll be back for a full day. This place is big
Linda B.
Victoria, BC
Victoria’s best kept secret, loved the new submarine display!
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!
Maria M.
St.-Imier, Switzerland
Merci beaucoup, j’ai bien aimé.
Doreen F.
Victoria, BC
Came with my 92-year old dad, so he could show us where he signed up.
Anne M.
Brentwood Bay, BC
A wonderful display – well worth a visit.
Diane S.
Carrying Place, ON
Found my father-in-law’s signature on the HMCS UGANDA life preserver!
A. L. and C. L.
Richmond, BC
Really well kept and presented. Thank you so much!
Bernard & Quintin T.
Singapore
Great museum – My 9 year old is fascinated!
-Harold G.
Victoria, BC
Came to see where I joined up in 1940.
Paula and Craig C.
Rocklin, California, USA
Fabulous, great museum, everyone very helpful and friendly.
Margaret T.
Victoria, BC
Fascinating!
David C.
Victoria, BC
Lots of memories. Well kept. Thank you!
Alia, Jason and Dexter V.
Calgary, AB
Excellent kids area!
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
