Over the years, Canadians have been inspired to share their favorite heritage sites through photos and selfies as part of Historic Places Days. These photos, accompanied by personal stories, highlight what makes these places special—from moments of reflection and connections to culture and family history, to creating new memories at old landmarks. This year, we’re […]
Historic Places Days is a platform for individuals and organizations to showcase the places and stories important to them in their own words. As the presenter, the National Trust for Canada recognizes that Canada’s history and heritage is complex and contentious, dominated by settler perspectives, and that individually or collectively the stories may lack diversity. We are working hard with our partners to enrich our awareness of our collective past. We welcome your input on how we can work together to be more inclusive now and in the future.
This Year’s Theme: Makers from Coast to Coast to Coast: Honouring Arts, Crafts, and Storytelling
Historic Places Days is a vibrant celebration of the stories, crafts, and artistry that connect us to our past. These art forms, alongside oral histories, music, and visual storytelling are more than just creative expressions; they are living traditions, preserving knowledge, culture, and identity.
From intricate woodwork, traditional building techniques, beadwork, dance, and more, we invite historic sites across Canada to celebrate makers from coast to coast to coast.
VisitExperience the history
This summer we invite you to time travel by virtually visiting historic places across Canada. Hundreds of sites are waiting to be discovered. Every place, a story: choose yours.
WinParticipate in contests
Our contests take place from June 25 until July 20 2025, with the National Trust for Canada giving away a total of $5000, in support of Historic Places Days. Check out our Contests Page for more information!
ShowRegister a historic place
Participating sites receive national exposure and access to resources for organizing events and attracting new audiences. If you own or operate a historic site, registration is open all year—so why wait? Register today!
Places To Explore
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Mission Museum
Mission, British Columbia
Sharing the stories of Mission and its people.
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Battle of Cook’s Mills National Historic Site
Welland, Ontario
Site last War of 1812 battle on Cdn soil between British & American forces Oct. 19, 18…
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MacKay’s Cochrane Ice Cream
Cochrane, Alberta
Over 75 years of making delicious high milkfat ice cream in small batches!
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Valemount Museum
Valemount, British Columbia
The Valemount Museum is a designated Heritage Railway Station and building.
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Events To Enjoy
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275th Speaker’s Series
St. Paul's Church
15 September, 2024 - 15 September, 2025 | 10:00am to 12:00pm
40th Anniversary Family Day
Battle of the Restigouche National Historic Site
26 July, 2025 | 9 am to 9 pm
Guided Tours of Carr House – childhood home of Emily Carr
Carr House
10 July, 2025 | 10, Noon, and 2 p.m.
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