Canadiana Costume Society
of British Columbia
and Western Canada

Established in 1976, the Canadiana Costume Society is a group of dedicated individuals with a common love for historical costume. The goal of the society is to both preserve and make accessible British Columbia's fashion heritage through the collection, conservation, research, display and interpretation of dress for the purposes of education and enjoyment.

We are located in the Elworth House on the grounds of the Burnaby Museum. Come visit us and see our current exhibit in the living room. During most operating hours of the museum, you can find one of our fine volunteers on the front porch who will be happy to explain our display. Feel free to take a picture with you children dressed in items of clothing from our collection based on our current exhibit! What a great time to donate!

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