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Museum of Anthropology

6393 North West Marine Dr. | (Near UBC), Vancouver, British Columbia V6T 1Z2, Canada
604.822.5087
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Ranked #4 of 168 attractions in Vancouver
4.5 of 5 stars 191 Reviews
Type: Natural History Museums, Specialty Museums, History Museums, Museums
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Owner description: The Museum of Anthropology, on the campus of the University of British Columbia, is an incredible collection of artifacts and art from around the...... more » Owner description: The Museum of Anthropology, on the campus of the University of British Columbia, is an incredible collection of artifacts and art from around the world. « less
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London, United Kingdom
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22 reviews 22 reviews
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“Make the effort”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

We visited in May 2012. Take a bus to the university (great campus with a number of food options for lunch) and walk round to the Museum. The museum is well laid out with artefacts relevant to British Columbia. Has a cafe. Combine this with a visit to the Nitobe Japanese garden. More

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Deer Harbor, Washington
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“Great Museum”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

Worth a visit again, and again and again. Fantastic collection of totem poles and the like. More

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Poulton-le-Fylde
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25 reviews 25 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Go early - spend the day here”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

This is a really interesting Museum, it is situated quite far out (if you are travelling by bus) but make the journey and you won't be disappointed.Go early there is a lot to see - make a day of it! More

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“Anthropological wonders”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

I have been to the Museum several times but it had been years inbetween visits. It has developed into a "must see" attraction for those of us who love and appreciate works of art from the past - be it clothing, statues, carvings, boats, trinkets etc. There are lectures to go to and so much to take in. I would... More

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“Excellent Museum for the West Coast”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

This museum has by far the best collection of west coast native atrifacts I have ever seen. They are lovingly displayed in context so visitors who aren't from Canada or the US can understand what they are about. I really enjoyed the new wing BUT I wish there was more of it. It seemed rather cramped. If you are there... More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
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“Lovely museum”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

An interesting, informative museum in a beautifully designed building. We had met some First Nations people who had told us of their life and history and it was a joy to see it all confirmed in the museum. More

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vancouver
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“The best Native Art in Canada”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012
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Take the time to visit this museum near University of British Columbia. The exhibits are outstanding. Native art in British Columbia is different than what you'll find in the USA. More

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Brisbane, Australia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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“Add it to your list of must sees for Vancouver”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012

The MOA wasn't on our list of places to see on a first time trip to Vancouver but on a recommendation from our B&B hosts we went. Not knowing anything about the First Nations we had no idea what to expect but we were really impressed by the quality of the exhibits. To get the most out of the exhibits... More

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Vancouver, Canada
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“Big and well run”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012

It's far away but worth a trip. It is a big place that exhibits past cultures very well, not crowded, and is close to the Botanical Gardens. More

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Glasgow
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“Very interesting collection of Innuit art”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012

This is a great collection of totems, masks and carvings including some beautiful Bill Reid work. Highly recommended for tourists and at $17 not the most expensive tourist attraction in Vancouver. Afterwards have a walk around Kitsilano and it's beach. More

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6393 North West Marine Dr. (Near UBC)
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