In 1976, Why Not Mountain west of Chilko, was given its name in recognition of the famous motto of the Women's Liberation Movement.
The world-class city of Vancouver and its environs are a focal point of British Columbia’s history. From its Coast Salish roots to the arrival of European settlers by train and boat, the region’s heritage is reflected in the spectacular geography of mountains and ocean.
The Chilliwack Museum is located in Chilliwack’s premier heritage building, the former City Hall (built in 1911). This National Historic Site is an architectural gem. Two galleries present Chilliwack’s history while a third gallery offers changing monthly art exhibits.
Bring the children, grandchildren, or your tourist guests to check out the largest collection of historic agricultural artifacts in Western Canada. In 2 buildings in Fort Langley - across the street from The Fort - you will find the most interesting collection of tractors, carriages, small engines as well as models. Women will love the farm kitchen, the parlor & the textile room exhibiting historic looms & sewing machines. Check out the working sawmill &...
Facing the Nicomekl River and nestled amid apple trees, the bucolic Historic Stewart Farm is as popular among picnicking families and wedding parties as it is among museum-goers. The beautifully restored farmhouse was built in 1894 by Scottish farmer John Stewart, and was purchased by the city of Surrey in 1984.
Take a look at the Stewart family Bible and vintage china, learn about how the family's cook and fieldhands lived, and chat with costumed interpreters....
Experience interactive exhibits; home of BC Timber Baron J.O. Trethewey built in the roaring twenties. Learn about BC's first company town, Clayburn & Canada's oldest extant Sikh Temple. MP3 house tours/Mill Lake walking tours, great venue for family events, wedding photos. Changing programs in Heritage Gallery; Early Photography in BC Through the Eyes of Hannah Maynard, Valentines Tea & Talk 7 pm Feb 12, Historica Fair - May, Family Fun Festival - June, Summer Special...
Discover North Vancouver’s roots – explore its fascinating history
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In one of the world’s most spectacular settings, human activity has shaped the environment and has been shaped by it. The North Vancouver Museum and Archives’ collections provide a diverse resource for delving into this community’s past. Mountaineering, wartime shipbuilding, and achievement are just some of the themes that have been part of the landscape of the past...
Step Back in Time at the Delta Museum and Archives! Come explore the 1912 Tudor style heritage building and discover your community's history at the Delta Museum and Archives. Located in the heart of Ladner Village, the Delta Museum and Archives offers visitors and researchers an opportunity to discover our community's recent and distant past through exciting new exhibits, fun activities and special programs. There's a full schedule of fun activities to enjoy, exciting new...
Located at Kilby Historic Site, experience Waterloo Farm - a two-hectare working farm filled with friendly animals, an orchard, a playground, and an adjacent beach with swimming and boating. The grounds surrounding the general store are approximately five acres, which have been preserved as the working farm it once was. The homestead resembles the farm just as it was in the 1920s. Friendly farm animals and replicated outbuildings bring to life the way...
Established in 1902, this heritage farm provides food for your senses with tranquil hillside gardens, sensual herbs & local cuisine! The farm has been in the same family since 1902: owners Trudie and Claude Bouchard live in the old farmhouse (1912) and continue to produce crops in much the same manner that their great-grandpa and grandpa did. The old chestnut trees still stand and the grapes produce bushels of fruit for juice and wine. ...
The oldest wooden railroad station still in existence in BC now houses the museum where you can see period clothing, artifacts and photos of pioneer life. Admission is free and its open seven days a week from 10 – 4. The park itself is a beautiful place to take a stroll or stop for a picnic.
The Heritage Grill a unique restaurant located in the heart of historic downtown New Westminster, the first capital city of British Columbia. As the name indicates, the restaurant is located in a heritage building at 447 Columbia Street. The Heritage Grill claims, “in spite of our heritage status, we are nevertheless very "with it". This is where it "happens"!” Whether you would like to enjoy a drink with friends on the patio, dine to...
We invite you to relax and enjoy a hearty home-cooked meal in our quaint, 1920s style restaurant. Featuring items such as hearty, home-style soups, sandwiches on freshly baked bread, fabulous pies made with local, farm fresh fruit and homemade iced tea and freshly-squeezed lemonade, the restaurant at Kilby Historic site brings you the best home-style country cooking this side of the Fraser River.
In March of 1970, the first Old Spaghetti Factory Restaurant in Canada was opened in the Gastown district of Vancouver, British Columbia. The concept was a very simple one; take an old warehouse in a historic part of town and fill it with antiques and artifacts, provide the finest pasta and superb service, to make an extremely unique dining experience. The concept proved to be wonderfully successful and was soon taken to other cities...
One of BC's few historically intact canneries, the Gulf of Georgia Cannery commemorates the history of Canada's West Coast fishing industry from the 1870's to the present. Inside the massive wooden building visitors will experience an introductory film, guided tours with knowledgeable interpreters, and interactive exhibits. This vibrant heritage is justly celebrated in the picturesque fishing village of Steveston, home to Canada's largest fishing fleet as well as many tempting shops and restaurants.
Vancouver's oldest tourist attraction, originally built in 1889, stretches 450 feet (137m) across and 230 feet (70m) above Capilano River. Since then much has been added to the twenty-seven acre park. Of the many things to do, Treetops Adventure is the park's newest attraction - seven suspension bridges through the evergreens taking you up to 100 feet (30m) above the forest floor. Guided nature tours, the Kids' Rainforest Explorer program and Living Forest exhibit enhance...
The Xa:ytem Longhouse Interpretive Centre, found just east of Vancouver near the town of Mission, is home to British Columbia’s oldest known dwelling site. Xa:ytem is a 9000-year-old ancient Aboriginal village site that features a sacred transformer stone & one of BC’s oldest houses. Visit the interpretive centre to learn, interact & experience Sto:lo (“People of the River”) history, culture, archaeology & spirituality. Visitors can view the traditional cedar plank longhouse, an artisan centre, and...
Near the junction of the Harrison and Fraser Rivers, the General Store Museum stands as a reminder of the once thriving community of Harrison Mills, which revolved around a bustling general store operated by the Kilby family for many decades. Relive the rural 1920s chatting to costumed interpreters as you stroll through the store, peer into the re-created living quarters out back, and climb a narrow staircase to the simple upstairs hotel rooms. Enhancing the...
The most notable historic site at in Langley is Fort Langley National Historic Site, the official birthplace of British Columbia, where history comes alive. Established in 1827 on the Fraser River, it was once the hub of trade in British Columbia and part of a network of trading posts scattered throughout western Canada. Costumed interpreters bring to life the history of the early traders providing a realistic glimpse of life at a trading post over...
Experience the history that is Yale as you explore our 1870's home & St. John the Divine Church (1863) with costumed interpreters. Gold Panning & Walking Tours also available. New this year is out Yale: A Living History exhibit featuring 'Tent City,' a recreated Gold Rush town. Visitors can don period costumes, have their old time photograph taken, stroll through the town & interact with other visitors & staff. Discover Yale's past in the present...
