The museum has the art works of Rene Harding and Merle Bonnick on display September 14th 2023 through to November 4th 2023.
Both Harding and Bonnick were influential and inspirational Comox Valley artists, predominantly during the 1960’s and 1970’s, both painting and sharing their knowledge well into their later years.
There are original paintings on display of both artists works, including several paintings on loan to the museum from Tony Ackland and Jennifer Warnyca, both Comox families, with connections to Bonnick.
Harding was also well know for her valuable contribution to the history section of the former local newspaper, the Comox District Free Press , during the 1970’s.
Harding’s binders of her collection of articles, donated to the museum by Brian Ross, can be viewed upon request.

Sadly, Mary Everson ( nee Frank ) passed away on July 13, surrounded by her loving family. Mary’s husband, Wayne Everson, passed away in April. The loss of both Mary and Wayne is felt throughout the Comox Valley and beyond. Mary was the daughter of the Chief Andy Frank and Margaret Frank. Mary was the mother of eight children and had several grandchildren. Mary taught K’omok’s First Nation culture at schools throughout School District 71 for many years. Her storytelling skills were impressive. Mary recognized the importance of bringing K’omok’s history into the classrooms through her story telling which brought a better understanding and appreciation of the culture. Mary was compassionate and had a wonderful sense of humor. She imparted her loving caring ways where ever she went and was truly a role model for all who were blessed to know her.

Museum Staff member, Terrie, had a lovely group of children come to the museum for a museum Art Tour  July 5^th2023.

The children were from Inglis Academy’s Art Week Camp. Terrie was very impressed at how well behaved and interested the children were!

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It was a pleasure having children from Inglis Summer Camp, Art Attack Week, come to visit the museum July 22 2022! They were there to learn about the artistic components within the many displays throughout the museum. Thank you, Inglis!

May 13 2022 Award Presentation

Pam Moughton, Chair of the Comox Archives and Museum Society (CAMS) received the Sovereign’s Medal, the Governor General Award for Volunteering, at the Comox Museum.  Comox Mayor Russ Arnott presented Pam with the very prestigious award. Pam has dedicated years to the museum, ensuring its viability to the Town of Comox. Pam’s hard work and enthusiasm are inspiring and appreciated!

Photos courtesy of Laura McGlone and Wayne Ferrand.

The Courtenay Girl Guides Spring Field Trip included a trip to the Comox Museum March 26 2022. Highlights for the Guides were the McQuinn door that opens and the vintage dolls! Thanks for dropping by, Girl Guides!