Construction underway on RBCM facility in Colwood

Construction has begun on the Royal BC Museum’s collections and research building in the City of Colwood.

The 15,200 square-metre building will be a state-of-the-art facility using mass timber to house the Province’s collections and BC Archives. There will also be dedicated research labs and learning spaces.

“The provincial collections and archives help us to share the stories of our cultures and communities. It’s vital to ensure they’re kept safe for future generations,” said RBCM’s acting CEO Tracey Drake in a news release. “This exceptional facility will also provide a window into the world of the museum, enabling visitors to see our paleontologists, entomologists, botanists, zoologists and more, engaged in active research projects.”

The $270 million project is expected to be substantially completed by fall 2025, a public opening is planned for 2026.