3 Best Places To See in Kelowna

“Okanagan Heritage Museum is a flagship museum that focuses on regional history, from ancient tools and fossils to the town's oldest trading post. They are caretakers of history, science and human legacy. Okanagan Heritage Museum offers ongoing presentations of the Okanagan and beyond to residents and tourists. The museum tells how the Okanagan Valley was formed and proudly displays an Eagle Staff, symbolizing friendship and unity. Okanagan Heritage Museum is the perfect place to learn about the arrival of merchants and settlers and view exhibits related to the early 'Chinatown' era. The museum accepts admission by donation.”

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“Kasugai Gardens features trails and water features designed according to Japanese techniques. Visiting this location always brings peace of mind. The garden is a great place to escape and relax. Kasugai Gardens is an ideal location for photographers, featuring a variety of trees and plants. The garden offers a unique ecosystem and has an excellent pathway around the pond with koi and a bridge over the stream. Kasugai Gardens includes traditional elements notable in Japanese gardens, such as pine trees, stone lanterns, waterfalls, and a pond stocked with koi. Kasugai Gardens supports and promotes arts and culture by providing vision, direction, goals, and funding.”

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“KF Centre for Excellence offers an exciting look at aviation with a modern exhibition that features some of the world's rarest aircraft. The interactive displays make it fun for the whole family. The Centre highlights achievements in the aerospace industry and celebrates aviation history. KF Centre for Excellence aims to inspire people to learn about and get involved in aerospace, supporting career growth through education and training. The Centre will continue to grow with new exhibits and additional working aircraft named in honour of Barry Lapointe. The museum will also host aviation-related events and conferences and operate as a non-profit.”

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