Hand of Man Museum

This place caught me off guard! Walking in threw that huge door really takes you for an experience! Everything was very well done and the service was really sweet! I especially love the number you place around so we could look up what kind of animal we were looking at! My nephew loves his dinosaur tooth and his meteorite rock! I cant wait to bring my son there and show him all the amazing still that there is to explore!

I would not call this a museum. It is a very extensive, impressive personal collection. I would have liked to see more information, though I can imagine it's not easy to curate, given how vast the collection is. Personally, I was a bit put off by the amount of taxidermy and the pro hunting agenda. Hunting is definitely one aspect of conservation efforts, but I doubt that was the case for a lot of these animals, some of which are endangered. The dinosaur and mammoth skeletons were pretty neat (also the reason I wanted to visit), and the setting is very cozy. The staff was friendly, and left it up to us when we wanted to donate, before or after the visit. I was glad we waited until after, because if I had spent 20$ on this (as per a little suggestion sign next to the register), I would have felt ripped off. Even the BC Museum does not ask as much, and they have beautiful collections with loads of information.

World class museum and very interesting approach to use of an iPad to help navigate the articles and items in the rooms. Clever display of similar items in their spaces. Old school converted into this amazing cache of world finds. Would suggest all to go and see.

This place was amazing. Had no clue it was even there. Owner was on site and love to chat. Felt he was very HUMBLE. I think everyone should visit and see. This is so worth your time. Thanks joe and staff.

Imagine filling an old school wall to wall with treasures from around the world and then inviting the public to view the collection no matter how financially well off they are. This museum was an amazing suprise. Before going, all I knew was that they had some dinosaur bones. I was not disappointed, the fossils were amazing but I was blown away with how much other stuff was in here. The stuffed animals from all over the world was a great visual learning experience for my 4 year old (and me). The use of technology was also a welcome surprise. You are given a tablet that allows you to enter a number corresponding to an item, which gives you videos, photos and written information. The fact that this hidden gem is by donation is incredible. If you have the opportunity to come here, seize that opportunity. Pro tip: Allow yourself a minimum of 2.5 hours, but don't expect to see everything in that time.