During prohibition, Discovery Island, which is the closest island to the 49th parallel, was the most popular and profitable island for Canadian rum runners.
Northern British Columbia’s past is made up of people’s connections to this extraordinary natural environment - its first inhabitants can be traced back to 10,500 years ago! Tucked into the vast landscape are remnants of First Nations culture, the early days of Canada’s fur trade and a longstanding tradition of fishing.
The Bulkley Valley Museum is yours to discover! Started in 1976, the Bulkley Valley Museum has built up a permanent collection which comprises the social and technological development of the Bulkley Valley. The collection showcases a fascinating introductory fossil display which explains the prehistoric story of this beautiful valley. Our fascinating aboriginal peoples’ exhibition describes the first contact between the Bulkley Valley First Nations and Europeans and the establishment of the fur trade...
The Haida Heritage Centre, at the old Haida village site of Kaay Llnagaay (which translates to “Sea Lion Town”), showcases the unique living culture, art, and 12,000-year human history of the Haida. Fronted by six imposing totem poles, the oceanfront complex resembles a series of longhouses. It includes the Haida Gwaii Museum with extensive exhibits and audio-visuals, a gift shop, the canoe house, carving shed, and performing house. For the full effect, dine on Haida-style...
Explore town history, multiculturalism, turn-of-the-century settlement, the 1950's Alcan Project aluminum smelter, Haisla arts & technology. Additional displays feature the geology, flora & fauna of the Kitimat Valley & the sea life of Douglas Channel. The temporary gallery offers changing exhibitions of arts, culture & history. We also offer summer programs for children. Visit the Museum gift shop for aluminum giftware, original Haisla carvings, jewelry, books & clothing.
Founded in 1983 by Dan Harris and Brian Wick, Harris & Wick Goldsmiths promote the unique heritage of Northern BC, and as craftsmen provide their clients with unique original jewellery and gifts backed with genuine perfection in creative designs.
Prince Rupert’s heritage as a thriving fishing community is recalled in the Cow Bay Shopping District. During the days when salmon canneries thrived all along the surrounding coast, and so much fresh halibut was shipped from Prince Rupert that it was famous as the “Halibut Capital of the World,” this was the home of the “Mosquito Fleet.” Today Cow Bay is a waterfront area of historic buildings, many of them built on pilings over the...
The Prince Rupert Fire Museum, operated by members of the Prince Rupert City Fire Rescue and by former Prince Rupert Fire Department auxiliary members, is located beside the Prince Rupert Fire Hall and home to a wide array of fire service artifacts, including a totally restored 1958 American LaFrance pumper truck and a 1925 R.E.O. Speedwagon fire truck, the centre piece of the museum. Currently under restoration is a 1946 Mercury four door ex-B.C. Police...
The Huble Homestead is a heritage site located at the base of the historic Giscome Portage. Originally a farm and fur trading post, the homestead has been restored to its 1915 condition and is open to the public from May to October for guided tours, lunch & shopping in the General Store. Special events are held on weekends throughout the summer & feature blacksmithing & pioneer demonstrations, games & contests for the whole family, and...
George Little House, built in 1914, is home to community & culture. It is home to Via Rail Station & the Wilp Simgan Carving Studio. The house showcases & retails local art, maps, hosts traditional teas & Sunday Flea Markets.
Costumed interpreters and Canada’s largest collection of original fur-trade buildings combine to allow visitors to immerse themselves in the past at Fort St. James. Established in 1806 as a fur trading post, Fort St. James functioned for a time as the capital of a vast region known as New Caledonia. The Visitor Reception Centre is filled with displays explaining the relationship between fur traders and the indigenous Carrier people while a documentary chronicles the site’s...
The Alaska Highway House, Dawson Creek's newest attraction, is situated in historic downtown Dawson Creek. Discover the story behind the monumental Alaska Hwy. 30,000 US Army soldiers & civilians completed this astounding engineering feat in just nine months; find out how. Get ready for your own adventure along one of the most famous roads in history. Follow the soldiers through the ice & mud as they forge their way through the wilderness. Discover how life...
The North Pacific Cannery, known today as the North Pacific Historic Fishing Village. This historic site protects the oldest surviving salmon cannery village along British Columbia’s coast. Established in 1889, this cannery was typical of those in remote locations in that it provided accommodation through the summer canning season. Little has changed since the plant closed in the late 1960s. Almost 30 buildings linked by wooden boardwalks are open for inspection. You’ll see a...
This lovely heritage farmhouse was built in 1921 and offers two comfortably appointed guest bedrooms. The Lanfear Guesthouse is located just 1km from downtown Terrace and just minutes away from walking routes, trails and tennis courts. For relaxation there are two common areas. The living room is perfect for conversation, or if preferred, an area for fly-tying and slightly exaggerated fish tales is located downstairs. Internet access is also available for our guests.
