Join Vancouver Heritage Foundation and celebrate Historic Places Days on July 19th with an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the Vancouver Block – a landmark on the Vancouver skyline since 1912. The tour will begin with an hour-long walking tour with heritage consultant Donald Luxton exploring the economic growth of Vancouver. The second half of the […]
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Offered by Vancouver Heritage Foundation Fraser and 41st was the hub of the sprawling-yet-humble municipality of South Vancouver. Amalgamation demolished its city hall, but the stories live on through its biggest park, South Memorial; its first high school, John Oliver; and its eternal graveyard, Mountain View. 📍 Meeting location: The tour will begin the cenotaph […]
Offered by Vancouver Heritage Foundation From 1891 to 1954, the BC Electric interurban Central Park Line ran between New Westminster and Vancouver. It served the populations of Vancouver, Burnaby and New Westminster as they moved from place to Place. At its peak the Central Park Line operated with 16 Stations. Following some of those stations […]
Celebrate the National Trust’s #HistoricPlacesDays with the Dartmouth Heritage Museum by attending our Dartmouth Walking Tour. This year’s theme is “Makers from Coast to Coast to Coast: Honouring Arts, Crafts, and Storytelling.” This guided tour includes various sites that connect the people, places and stories of Dartmouth to the traditions of arts and crafts in […]
Celebrate the National Trust’s #HistoricPlacesDays with the Dartmouth Heritage Museum by attending our Dartmouth Walking Tour. This year’s theme is “Makers from Coast to Coast to Coast: Honouring Arts, Crafts, and Storytelling.” This guided tour includes various sites that connect the people, places and stories of Dartmouth to the traditions of arts and crafts in […]
🚪✨ Step inside history at the Old Meeting House during Doors Open for Churches 2025 on August 9th from 10 AM to 4 PM! Explore this beautiful historic building, learn about its fascinating past, grab a free pamphlet, and enjoy some tasty refreshments. All ages welcome — don’t miss out!
🕯️ As part of the Old Meeting House’s 260th Anniversary celebration, join Cindy Dunnett on August 7th from 6 to 8 PM for an enlightening program exploring the various denominations and ministers that have shaped this historic place over the centuries. Dive into the rich spiritual heritage of our community and the OMH’s enduring legacy. 📍 […]
Join us on August 5th at 8:30 PM for a spine-tingling evening at the Old Meeting House as we celebrate its 260th anniversary with ghost stories and a guided graveyard tour. Hear eerie tales that have lingered through generations, then explore the historic burial grounds by lantern light. History and legend come alive on this […]
As part of the 260th anniversary of the Old Meeting House, join us for a special program on the New England Planters and their arrival to Barrington Township. Through an engaging slideshow, we’ll explore the lasting impact these settlers had on the community and the region’s history. Admission is by donation—don’t miss out on this […]
Join us for a special church service to celebrate the 260th Anniversary of the Old Meeting House. This historic landmark has been a cornerstone of our community for over two centuries, and we are honored to mark this momentous occasion with a meaningful service led by Cindy Dunnett.It’s a wonderful opportunity to reflect, connect with […]