Central Okanagan Heritage Society

06/20/2025

Join BC Artist, Jim Elwood, for a day of sketching at the historic WAC Bennett House Sat Aug 23 from 9am to 2pm!🌿
The day will begin with a guided tour of this special heritage house, followed by an opportunity to learn from this award winning art instructor.🎨
This fundraiser is a unique opportunity to improve your art skills under Jim's guidance while drawing a piece of Kelowna’s & BC's history.

Email us at [email protected] to book your spot today.

🌿 Bonus: COHS members get a special discount! Not a member yet? Now’s the perfect time to join.

06/16/2025

06/11/2025

You're Invited to Tea at the Bennett House This Summer! ☀️☕🫖

Join us for a charming new summer tradition—tea at the Bennett House!
We’ll be hosting two delightful teas in July and two more in August.

More details coming soon—stay tuned for dates and how to reserve your spot!

We can't wait to share tea and good company with you.

06/05/2025

Dont miss this opportunity to Step Inside History!
Join us June 28th for an exclusive tour of the stunning and historic Bennett House!

Only these times available—spots are limited!

Contact us now to reserve your place: [email protected]

Trust us, this is a must-see home!

***Become a member of Central Okanagan Heritage Society and receive discounts on this tour!***

06/01/2025

Happening Now!!!

🌿 TODAY!!!! – YOU’RE INVITED! 🌿
Join us for our Open House on Sunday, June 1st, anytime between 2:00–4:30 PM at Benvoulin Heritage Park — and yes, admission is FREE!

✨ What to Expect:

🌸 Take a peaceful stroll through the stunning Benvoulin Heritage Park gardens.

🎶 Enjoy live music by Ryan Donn, known for his rhythmic acoustic style and melodic vocals, performing right in the gardens.

🌿 Chat with the Okanagan Master Gardeners and browse their Annual Plant Sale — a perfect opportunity for plant lovers!

⛪️ Join a Talk & Tour of the Benvoulin Heritage Church at 2:30 PM to learn about its rich history.

Come explore, connect, and celebrate community with us!

📍 Benvoulin Heritage Park, Kelowna
🗓 Sunday, June 1st | 2:00 – 4:30 PM

05/27/2025

Stop by our open house anytime between 2 & 4:30pm on Sunday June 1st to see what our organization is all about!!! Admission is free!!!

-Enjoy a stroll through the beautiful Benvoulin Heritage Park gardens.🌿🌸🌿
-Ryan Donn, known for his rhythmic acoustic and melodic vocals, will be performing in the gardens.🎵
-The Okanagan Master Gardeners will be available to answer any questions during our Annual Plant Sale.🌿🌸🌿
-There will be a talk & tour of the Benvoulin Heritage Church at 2:30pm.⛪️

05/24/2025

We will be having a plant sale at the Mix, Mingle & Meander Event! Come and get advise from the Master Gardners and support the Central Okanagan Heritage Society while making your garden beautiful!🌿🌸🌿🌸🌿

05/23/2025

Tours are now full for this weekend! There will be more tours coming up in June. 😊