LIVING ON THE LAND
MOSS COTTAGE
Moss Cottage is one of the oldest standing structures west of Victoria. Built in 1869-70 by James Welsh for his bride, Mary Ellen Flynn, it was home to the couple for 10 years. James Welsh was connected to the pioneer Muir family and the cottage was built on Muir land. The Cottage is currently only open during special events. To learn more about Moss Cottage click below:
SERVANTS’ QUARTERS
Once on an East Sooke estate, the Servants’ Quarters came to the museum in the 1990s. Throughout its life, the Servants’ Quarters has served as a cook’s residence, living quarters for temporary employees and even as a turkey coop. Come out and explore of the history behind this building! The Servants’ Quarters are accessible during museum open hours.
LOCOMOTIVE
Used along the flume and diversion dam in Jordan River, this locomotive transported people to and from during the construction of the dam. In 2013, two locomotives were donated to the museum. The locomotives underwent an extensive restoration, and now one sits on display. To learn more about the locomotives’ histories and the restoration process, click below:
POLEMAKER’S SHACK
The Polemaker’s Shack travelled alongside it’s occupant. “Polemakers” or polecutters were often first on the scene taking out the tall slender poles by felling them carefully before the actual logging got underway. The Polemaker’s Shack is temporarily closed to visitors.