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POMO Museum

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POMO Museum, formerly Port Moody Station Museum, is housed in the 1908 CPR station—the second Port Moody rail terminal. Operated by the Port Moody Heritage Society, it celebrates local heritage and Burrard Inlet history through exhibits, artifacts, and community programs.

Key Exhibits & Features

  • Historic station building: Preserved parlour, kitchen, telegraph room reflecting 1930s rail life.
  • Venosta 1921 sleeper car: A restored passenger car from 1921, part of the display and available for walking tours and rental.
  • Indigenous & community galleries: Features local Indigenous voices, Port Moody industries, LEGO heritage model exhibits, and rotating public art.
  • Gardens & Meditation Garden: Volunteer-maintained outdoor spaces for reflection and community programming.

Programs & Events

  • Community events: Campfire stories and paranormal investigations, Junior Archaeology Workshops, Car-Free Day, AGM, Haunted Trains, etc..
  • Educational workshops: Hands-on archaeology, heritage talks, reconciliation programs; railway-themed programming drawing families and youth.

Visitor Info & Accessibility

  • Open Tue–Sun, 11 AM–5 PM, closed Mondays and statutory holidays. Entry by donation (~$5 suggested).
  • Location & access: 2734 Murray St, ~15 min walk from Moody Centre SkyTrain, free parking, wheelchair-accessible ramp, but Venosta car not accessible.
  • Staff & governance: Led by executive director, curator, volunteer board and seasonal/youth staff.

Assessment
As a heritage railway museum, POMO offers immersive historical context in a compact, thoughtfully preserved space. Its community-driven exhibits—from Indigenous storytelling to interactive workshops—bring local history alive. Donation-based entry ensures accessibility. The Venosta car and station interiors are highlights, though not fully accessible. Engaging seasonal events and reconciliation efforts enhance its cultural relevance, though small footprint limits exhibit rotation. Ideal for families, history lovers, and local explorers.

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