Culture Days. Argonaut II: Guided Vessel Tours
Step aboard a century of maritime history! Come discover the living history of Argonaut II—a vessel that has been part of BC’s maritime story for over 100 years.
Date/Time: Oct 4 2025, 10:30 am to 4:00 pm
Vancouver, Vancouver Maritime Museum1905 Ogden Avenue
Tickets
Cost: Free
October 4th & 5th: Daily Tour Times
On October 4 & 5, the Vancouver Maritime Museum invites you to explore the Argonaut II, a 73’ historic wooden vessel built in 1922. Originally launched as Greta M and later known as the Thomas Crosby IV, this remarkable mission boat spent decades connecting remote communities along the rugged BC coast—bringing supplies, services, and stories to villages, canneries, lighthouses, and First Nations communities.
Today, Argonaut II is undergoing a vibrant restoration, supported by charters and an online community that follows her journey through the Argonaut II YouTube channel. This special weekend offers you the chance to step aboard and hear her stories firsthand.
Important Information
Tour Times: Every 30 minutes on the half hour
Morning: 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Afternoon: 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Museum staff will escort groups from the museum to the vessel.
Argonaut II is berthed in a functioning harbour. While we welcome all visitors, please be aware that accessibility may be limited due to ramps and uneven surfaces.
Organizer
Vancouver Maritime Museum
or over 60 years, the Vancouver Maritime Museum has been sharing stories about the Pacific Northwest and the Arctic and creating experiences that build bridges between the past and future.
We invite a diverse range of voices to share their perspectives, providing a place of connection and community and building a shared sense of belonging.
From a unique waterfront location in Vancouver, we welcome visitors to explore exhibitions and take part in programs about life on and around the Pacific Northwest and Arctic oceans. Our most popular exhibition is the RCMP Vessel St. Roch, a National Historic Site housed in an iconic mid-century modern A-frame shelter.
In all that we do, we inspire everyone to appreciate the profound relationship between humans and the sea.
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