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July 19, 2002
British royal family mementos on display
VICTORIA, B.C. (AP) -- Monarchy mavens will be pleased to know that a new exhibit of memorabilia about the British royal family is on display in Victoria, B. C.
The "Celebrating Royalty" exhibit at the Royal British Columbia Museum displays more than 300 items, including thrones, portraits and dresses worn by Queen Elizabeth II and Diana, Princess of Wales.
The exhibit showcases the depth of royal connections to British Columbia, beginning with the Victorian era and continuing into the present. Queen Elizabeth II has visited Victoria in the past and is scheduled to visit again Oct. 4-8.
The exhibit, which began June 28, is set to run through Jan. 31. For more information call (888) 447-7977 or visit http://www.royalbcmuseum.bc.ca.
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