Where True Crime Lives
Visit the old morgue one last time
The Museum is moving
After 40 incredible years at the incredible Coroner's Court and old City Morgue, it's time for the VPMA to move.
Your last day to visit the Police Museum at 240 East Cordova is October 31st. We will then reopen in mid November at level 2 -351 Abbott street, with elevator access, a beautiful new theatre and reimagined displays.
Please come visit us before we move and experience a side of Vancouver you've never seen before.
What's Happening
Careers in Forensic Science - Fri Sept 25
Are you a student ready to plan out your dream career? A professional wanting to spend your workdays investigating and solving real crime? We are getting together the amazing people behind the microscopes at VPD as well as those in the know at SFU and Douglas college and helping you map out your dream career in Forensic Science.
This event is open to everyone though we ask you to register so we can ensure we have enough chairs.
Follow the link below for more details.
This event will be held in the new Police Museum at the Woodwards building on Abbott street.
Halloween tours - You're Dead.Now What?
It's our final spooky season in one of the most haunted buildings in Vancouver.
Join us one last time for the scare of your life. Our amazing actors will lead you through the depths of the building and ask you, you're dead, now what??
Tours do go up and down 4 flights of stairs and we will be leaning into the body horror this year. You've been warned.
Get your tickets early to save big!
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Vancouver Police Museum & Archives
Hours:
Thursday - Saturday: 10am - 5pm
Sunday: 12pm - 5pm
Closed Monday - Wednesday
& Statutory Holidays
Quick Links
Getting Here:
240 E Cordova St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1L3
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Location: The Vancouver Police Museum and Archives is located in the heart of Vancouver’s Gastown district, just a 10-15-minute walk from the iconic Waterfront Station.
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Access:
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Walking: Enjoy a leisurely 15-minute stroll from Waterfront Station, immersing yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Gastown.
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Public Transit: There are several options available.
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Sky Train: Take the Canada Line to Waterfront Station and exit at Bay 3. Buses #4 (Powell) and #7 (Nanaimo Station) stop right across the street, and you can get off at the Main Street stop, which is just a few yards away from the museum.
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Alternatively, you can take the Vancouver Trolley to Gastown.
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Driving: The museum is easily accessible by car. While there are no designated parking spaces, street parking is often available nearby.
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Car-sharing: Utilize convenient car-sharing services like Evo or Modo for a flexible and eco-friendly transportation option.
Accessibility
The museum is located in a heritage building, which regrettably does not have an elevator or wheelchair access. There are 4 steps outside to the front door of the building, and 2.5 flights of stairs inside up to the museum.
Museum restrooms are also not wheelchair accessible. Those with mobility concerns should call the museum at 604.665.3346 or email us at info@vancouverpolicemuseum.ca
for more information.
