Victoria’s Historic House Museum
Imagine a house full of everything you, your siblings, your parents, and your grandparents ever owned. What could this building and these objects tell you about your family, your life, or your community?
In 1975, John and Inez O’Reilly sold their family home, Point Ellice House, to the Province of British Columbia. Taking only a few personal items, they turned the house over, complete with 108 years of family possessions: Furniture, dishes, luggage, letters, pictures, paintings, musical instruments, clothing, and a lot more.
Built in 1861-2, Point Ellice House is one of Victoria’s oldest homes – it is both a National and Provincial Historic Site. Today, the site offers self-guided tours of the house, special events, and changing exhibits that connect the house and its occupants to the rich history of Victoria and British Columbia.
From the PEH Blog
A Treasure Trove of Photographs
Ireland Good, Collections Assistant, Point Ellice House Museum & Gardens Imagine a Sunday morning at your grandparents’ house: the sun…
Transcribing Kathleen’s Diaries
Taeja Liu, Visitor Experience Assistant, Point Ellice House Museum & Gardens This summer, through my work as a summer student…
O’Reilly Heirlooms Return to Point Ellice House
Christeah Dupont, Assistant Curator, Point Ellice House Museum & Gardens When the phone at Point Ellice House rings, it is…
From Ballybeg to Point Ellice: The Trees of Peter O’Reilly
Tim Fitzthum, Volunteer, Point Ellice House Museum & Gardens The O’Reilly archives include many artifacts which provide a clear indication…
Please note that face masks are required in all indoor spaces at Point Ellice House.
Upcoming Events
- Paranormal Investigation | Friday October 28
- Curator’s Tour: Deadly Victorian Household Goods | Saturday October 29
- Haunted Doll Hunt | Saturday October 29 & Sunday October 30
Support the Heritage House & Grounds
Point Ellice House Museum and Gardens relies on contributions from the public to be able to care for this National and Provincial Historic Site. Donations made online are secure and are conducted through Canada Helps
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