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Please note that we are a small team and a busy site, and occasionally messages from third-party platforms like this may be missed.

For the most reliable and timely response, we encourage you to contact us directly at info@parksvillemuseum.com and to visit the rentals section of our website: Rentals | Parksville Museum

Located on the East Island Highway, the Parksville Museum is easily accessible for you and your guests.

Our site features the beautifully restored 1911 Knox Heritage Church — a charming and intimate venue that has hosted many weddings and special ceremonies. With its original wooden pews, stained glass windows, warm wood-paneled ceiling, and historic bell tower, the church offers a timeless and authentic setting. Couples may also arrange to have a special song played on the bells following their ceremony, adding a memorable touch to the occasion.

The church is one of eight heritage buildings thoughtfully relocated and preserved on the museum grounds. The historic setting and landscaped property provide wonderful photo opportunities and a unique backdrop for your day.

Good to Know:

  • The museum remains open to the public during regular operating hours (Thursday–Monday).

  • During private bookings, “Private Event” signage is placed around the rented space to clearly designate event areas, while the remainder of the site remains open to the public. While we take care to mark and communicate event boundaries, we cannot guarantee that all visitors will fully observe posted signage.

  • Our venue is best suited for ceremonies and photos. We do not have a large indoor reception space, and our meeting room only accommodates approximately 25–30 guests depending on setup.

  • We are booking until the end of the next calendar year.

For full rental details, availability, and guidelines, please visit our website: Rentals | Parksville Museum

Thank you for considering the Parksville Museum for your special day!

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Frequently asked questions

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1-3

Describe your venue:

Historic
Museum
Park/zoo
Religious

Describe the style of your venue:

Country
Garden
Rustic
Vintage

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal shower
Engagement party

What event services do you offer?

Event rentals
Outside vendors

What bar services do you provide?

Outside alcohol

What event items are available?

Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair access

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$1

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$1

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Set up
Chairs
Parking

Reviews for Parksville Museum

Matthew
Matthew Sent on 31/08/2025
4.8 out of 5 rating

Classic Aesthetic for a Great Value

This venue was both easy to work with and utterly beautiful for our day. We were married in the historic chapel and the helpful staff were happy and proactive in moving furniture, providing us time to set up and allowing us to bring in decorations. The grounds themselves are very fun, both for exploring and for any sort of photo shoot. The booking process was painless, with communication constant. Thoroughly recommend it if you are looking for a historic flair for a wedding.

All responsiveness issues we had were from before a new team took over; since then the entire experience was a 5/5.
Melina
Melina Sent on 30/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Rustic courtyard or cute little chapel

Our photos here turned out perfect! We were a little worried 60 people wouldn’t fit but it was big enough and we probably could’ve fit a little more if needed
L
Leigh Sent on 03/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

July 6th 2024

We got married here in July and it was nothing short of perfect! Rachel was amazing. She made sure a tent was up so guests had shade, made sure we were given space from people that were viewing the museum and saved me when my cathedral length veil got stuck on the stairs as I walked into the church. Our ceremony was truly perfect
Stephanie
Stephanie Sent on 25/02/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Hidden Gem in Parksville

The chapel at the Parksville museum was the perfect backdrop for our little covid wedding. We wanted to find something with a rustic feel to it in our budget range and we could not be happier with how it turned out. The president of the museum was so helpful and kind and accommodating in every single way. We truly had our dream wedding even in the middle of the pandemic. We 100% recommend the museum as a wedding venue. The chapel is beautiful especially after adding some personalized decor and the grounds have great spots for photos.
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1245 East Island Highway V9P 2E5 Parksville (British Columbia)

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