Dive into a poignant chapter of Canadian history at the Tashme Museum, located in the scenic Sunshine Valley. Housed in the original Tashme Butcher Shop, this museum unfolds over nearly 4000 sq ft, bringing to life the stories of the largest WWII Japanese Canadian internment site in Canada. With hundreds of artifacts, photographs, and items from internment sites across BC, visitors get an authentic glimpse of life from 1942 to 1946. Don’t miss the chance to step into a dimensional accurate replica tar-paper shack or watch history unfold in the 25-seat theatre room. The museum grounds extend the narrative, showcasing Tashme’s original RCMP administration building, the kindergarten schoolhouse, and beautiful memorial touches, including Akebono Sakura trees. Open for explorations on weekends, and accepting donations rather than an entrance fee, the Tashme Museum also offers private viewings and personalized tours by reservation. Pack your curiosity and journey through a vital part of history, nestled just 20 minutes from Hope. For those planning to visit during the cooler months, remember to gear up as snow tires are a must from October to April on the Hope-Princeton Highway.

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