Discover what lies beneath the waves in the Haunted Sea! Visit the seasonally spooky installation inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site from September 28 to Nov 3, 2024.
About the Event
From the sandy shores to the deep sea, our Coastal waters are full of life. The creatures that live in our waters are beautiful, but they can also be strange, unusual, and unsettling before you get to know them.
Journey to the ocean’s depths and get familiar with the wonderful world of underwater creatures in The Haunted Sea! Encounter colourful creatures made of upcycled materials and learn how you can protect the ocean life encountered throughout the experience.
Suitable for families and children. Regular admission rates apply with youth 17 years and under free. Drop-in any time during operating hours.
Activities to take part in:
- Guide your journey with a Haunted Sea Scavenger Hunt & Activity Booklet
- Visit us for the annual Steveston Trick or Treat on October 31st
- Learn more about our ocean life and how oceans are being conserved and protected with our weekly Outreach Partners:
- Don’t miss out on these upcoming visits; outreach partners will be bringing artifacts, touchable props, games, and activities to help youth and families build a closer connection with BC’s amazing marine biodiversity:
- Saturday, October 12th, Sunday, October 2oth – Ocean Legacy outreach team
- Saturday, October 26th – OceanWise & Sea Smart School, 10:30am-3:30pm
- Sunday, October 27th – Parks Canada Southern Resident Killer Whale, 10:30am-3:30pm
- Thursday, October 31st (Halloween) – Parks Canada Southern Resident Killer Whale, 10:30am-3:30pm
- Saturday, November 2nd – Parks Canada Southern Resident Killer Whale, 10:30am-3:30pm
- Sunday, November 3rd – OceanWise, 11:30am-4:30pm
Event Details
- Admission: Regular admission fees apply
- Dates: Saturday, September 28 – Sunday, November 3, 2024
- Time: 10:00am-5:00pm
- Location: Gulf of Georgia Cannery
- Suitable for families and children
- What to expect: it will be dark with low light, black lights and a smoke machine. There are no jump scares or strobe/flashing lights.
What to expect: Due to our building’s unique placement over the water and historic architecture, it is colder inside the Cannery than it is outdoors; please dress appropriately to stay comfortable.
