Delta's Museum
The Douglas J. Husband Discovery Centre is an accessible space for dialogue and discovery about our community’s past, present, and future. Featuring authentic objects, digital experiences, and fascinating stories, all are welcome to engage with Delta’s storied history.
Learn by using the touchscreens in our galleries and creating new land forms in our sand table. Watch our water table demonstrate how the region of Delta was formed over 9000 years and use a wand to activate the animals in the habitat theatre. Visit and discover Delta today!
The Discovery Centre aims to be an inclusive and accessible environment for all of its patrons. If you or a member of your group that you are visiting with has an accessibility need, email djhdc@delta.ca. We would be happy to discuss and prepare with you prior to your visit.
Collections Database
The artefact collection features objects that help tell the stories of Delta’s diverse history.
Take the Tour!
Public Hours
Monday-Wednesday, Friday | 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday | 10 am - 8 pm
Saturday & Sunday |12 - 5 pm
Statutory Holidays | 12 - 5 pm
Archival & Collections Tours – Available upon request
Gallery Tours – Available upon request
If you’d like to book private group tours of 8 or more, please call 604-952-3838.
School Program Bookings (September 2025 - June 2026):
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays | 9:30 am or 12:30 pm
Program Information
The Discovery Centre offers a range of regular and drop-in programming. Find programs hosted at the Discovery Centre here:
Register Discovery Centre & Heritage Programs
Sensory Friendly Saturdays
Join staff on the last Saturday of the month from 12 - 5 pm for a sensory friendly day. Visit the Centre and enjoy a calm, relaxed and safe atmosphere. Adaptations will be made to the exhibits for a more relaxed visit. Cultural Service staff have been trained by the Canucks Autism Network.
Pre-registration is recommended.
Archives Collection
Tours of the Archive, collection highlights and gallery tours are available upon request. Email discoverycentrebookings@delta.ca
You can also access our collection online.
Search Archives Collection Database
School Programs
The Discovery Centre’s school programs are curriculum-based programs that have been carefully crafted to provide a meaningful informal learning experience.
View the Discovery Centre's School Programs
Volunteer
Are you looking for a rewarding way to gain experience, learn new skills, and meet new people?
View our current volunteer opportunities and apply today!
Donating to the Collection
At this time, the Douglas J. Husband Discovery Centre is reviewing its policies and procedures relative to collecting, and how the items collected can support our vision for the future where we tell comprehensive stories about all of Delta’s history and identity. If you have a cherished article that you feel will help us tell a vibrant, exciting story, please contact us and we will review the item together. All donations to the Discovery Centre are being received by appointment only, by calling 604-952-3836 or emailing djhdc@delta.ca.
There are many areas of interest that have been identified to enhance the collection. All items of historical value are considered as they arise. Areas of concentration for collecting over the next two years will be:
- Fraser Estuary Resources
- North Delta Development; especially Norwegian, Japanese, and South Asian
- Foundational Delta Families
- North Delta Municipal Infrastructure (for example, Recreation Centres, Sports Groups)
- Annacis Island Development
- Pre-1900 Community Development
- Fishing in the Wake of Industry Depletion
Location & Contact Information
The Douglas J. Husband Discovery Centre is located in Ladner just south of City Hall. Free parking is available on site and we are accessible by transit and a short walk.
Parking Map
View the map to see available parking at the Douglas J. Husband Discovery Centre.
General Inquiries:
Phone: 604-952-3836
Email: djhdc@delta.ca
School Program Inquiries:
Phone: 604-952-3838.