The Museum of North Vancouver (MONOVA) gift shop is the perfect place to start your holiday shopping with a purpose.
Offering a carefully curated selection of items that reflect the spirit and heritage of the North Shore, the MONOVA museum shop is an ideal destination for those looking for meaningful, locally-sourced finds.
Supporting local culture through holiday shopping
The MONOVA gift shop is designed as an extension of the museum experience, giving visitors an opportunity to bring home a piece of North Vancouver’s history or share it with loved ones.
Plus, with every purchase made, shoppers can contribute to preserving North Vancouver’s culture and history.
“Sales revenue from the store goes towards enabling barrier-free programming, such as our pay-by-donation days,” says Pamela Roberts, MONOVA’s manager of business operations.
“Revenues also support educational events and programs that enhance visitors’ experiences in the museum.”
In addition to the museum’s exhibits, visitors can explore Streetcar 153 for FREE while browsing for a gift. The historic and only remaining streetcar from the British Columbia Electric Railway’s North Vancouver line, is located next to the shop.
Curated, community-centered items
The MONOVA gift shop features a broad selection of items crafted by local and Canadian artists, many of whom call North Vancouver home. The shop offers art, jewelry, books and children’s toys that highlight the unique culture of North Vancouver and the surrounding Indigenous communities.
Artists such as Lynn Valley’s Estelle Liebenberg Fritz contribute ceramics, while Himikalas Pam Baker, a Squamish/Kwaguilth/Tlingit artist, provides jewelry that celebrates Indigenous culture.
“We make it a priority to feature items from local artists and artisans,” Roberts says.
“Each item reflects a piece of North Vancouver’s community.”
For history enthusiasts, the store has a collection of books that delve into the history, culture and natural environment of North Vancouver, with topics ranging from the development of the city to stories from Indigenous Nations, including the Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh.
Passholder shopping week offers special perks
From Nov. 23 to Nov. 30, 2024, MONOVA passholders can enjoy extra perks during the passholders’ shopping week. The museum is doubling the usual discount to 20% off almost everything in the store.
Passholder memberships, available for $35 for individuals and $75 for families, include unlimited access to the museum, exclusive invitations to exhibit previews, discounts on select programs and reduced rates for guest admissions.
“We want passholders to feel like part of our museum community,” Roberts says.
Gifts that make a lasting impact
Shoppers looking for unique items to complete their holiday lists can find an array of special gifts at the MONOVA store.
The store offers limited framed and matted prints, allowing shoppers to give friends and family a beautiful keepsake from North Vancouver’s past. For younger family members, the shop features kid-friendly items like plush longhouses and magnetic books about the Salish Sea. For stocking stuffers, Indigenous-made items like candied salmon and pemmican offer unique, locally-sourced treats.
Each sale at MONOVA supports the preservation and sharing of North Vancouver’s history and culture, contributing to a community-centered legacy.
“Supporting local non-profits like MONOVA helps ensure that we can continue engaging the community with our programs and events,” Roberts says.
“By choosing to shop at MONOVA, customers are directly supporting the North Vancouver community and helping keep our local stories alive for future generations.”
Visit www.monova.ca to learn more about MONOVA
