Helmcken House is a museum in Victoria, British Columbia, located in Thunderbird Park. It was built by Dr. John Sebastian Helmcken, the first doctor in Victoria, in 1852, a surgeon with the Hudson's Bay Company. It is one of the oldest houses in British Columbia. Some interesting items on display include his medical kit. See also Statue of John Sebastian Helmcken References External links Helmcken House from BC Heritage Branch. History of Victoria, British Columbia Houses completed in 1852 Museums in Victoria, British Columbia Historic house museums in British Columbia 1852 establishments in the British Empire