Chinese Canadian Museum

The Chinese Canadian Museum opened to the public on July 1, 2023 in the Wing Sang Building on East Pender Street. The building was built in 1889 by merchant Yip Sang for his Wing Sang Company, expanded in 1902 and 1912, and is described as the oldest structure in Vancouver's Chinatown.

The museum presents exhibitions and programs on the history and experiences of Chinese Canadians in BC and across Canada. It is a natural first stop on a Chinatown day that can also take in the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, bakeries and dim sum.

Highlights at Chinese Canadian Museum

• Exhibitions on Chinese Canadian history
• Heritage Wing Sang Building (1889)
• Public programs and events

Location: where Chinese Canadian Museum is

Chinese Canadian Museum is at 51 East Pender Street, Vancouver, BC.

• Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden (about 3 min walk)
• Chinatown Millennium Gate (about 3 min walk)
• Stadium–Chinatown Station (about 5 min walk)
• Gastown (about 10 min walk)

Getting there and parking

Walk about five minutes from Stadium–Chinatown SkyTrain Station. Buses run along Hastings and Main streets nearby.

Good for

• Rainy days
• History
• Culture

Chinese Canadian Museum: frequently asked questions

When did the Chinese Canadian Museum open?
Its public opening was July 1, 2023, in the Wing Sang Building.

When is the Chinese Canadian Museum open?
It has been open Wednesday to Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm; check the website before visiting.