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