10 Historic Sites in Vancouver Coast and Mountains That You Shouldn't Miss

Lytton’s unique Chinese History Museum honours the contributions made in BC’s Interior by thousands of Chinese miners, railway workers, merchants and farmers. It sits proudly on a provincially recognized heritage site that once housed the Lytton Joss House (1881-1928). Open by appointment from October to May. Please contact the Museum for details.

A 19th-century frontier seaport is reborn more than 100 years later into a picturesque working fishing village.

Built in 1894 in the historic fishing village of Steveston, the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site is one of B.C.'s few historically intact canneries. The Parks Canada site commemorates the history and the contributions of the diverse communities and cultures of Canada's west coast fishing industry. Enjoy exhibits, films, programs and events at the historic cannery. Take some to explore the scenic village of Steveston's many heritage sites, shops, and restaurants during your visit.

Britannia Shipyards is an authentic representation of a once thriving community of canneries, boat yards, residences and stores. City of Richmond staff and dedicated volunteers work together to preserve and restore the shipyard and surrounding buildings as an active wooden boat centre and waterfront park. Tour the oldest shipyard buildings in British Columbia, and observe ongoing boat restoration projects as you experience a bygone time when fishing and boatbuilding were flourishing industries on the Fraser River. Many of the buildings date back to 1885 and tell the stories of multi-ethnic residents and workers at the Britannia Cannery and Britannia Shipyards: Chinese, European, First Nations and Japanese. This collection of buildings has national value and was designated a National Historic Site in 1992 by the National Historic Sites and Monuments Board.

Rumble aboard The Underground train as it rolls through an historic mining haulage tunnel. Push up your sleeves at our Gold Panning Pavilion and keep what you find! Immerse yourself in the live-action, multi-sensory experience of BOOM! Learn about minerals, the copper extraction process and what life was like back in the day as the mill building is brought back to life. Britannia Mine Museum opens up a little-seen world that fascinates all ages, offering awe-inspiring sights and memorable family experiences. Take a step back in time at this award-winning attraction and National Historic Site. Located along the beautiful Sea to Sky corridor between Squamish and Vancouver. Advanced booking recommended due to limited daily tours. Covid-19 Protocols BC Government and WorkSafeBC recommended safety protocols have been implemented onsite including, Increased Site Sanitization Social Distancing Indicators and Restricted Tour Times

The Abbotsford Sikh Temple (Gur Sikh Gurdwara) is a Canadian National Historic Site and the oldest standing gurdwara in Canada. This hundred year old religious institution of the Sikhs was built by struggling pioneers starting in 1908, and is a testament to the pride, vision and steadfastness of a pioneer community at the turn of the last century. Today the grand old temple is restored to its former glory by the governing body of the temple, The Khalsa Diwan Society of Abbotsford, BC.Tours are arranged for visitors by calling ahead.

Experience a 1920s Fraser Valley living history site with costumed interpreters. This 5 acre BC Heritage attraction is fully open for the season. Book your tour by appointment to the 1906 General Store Museum, Manchester House Hotel, Post Office with knowledgeable interpreters to guide you. The Kilby Café offers a full lunch menu of take out items. Enjoy your lunch, home-made pastries, Cabin Fever Junction pies and Birchwood Gourmet Ice Cream in the Eliza Kilby Rose Garden or at a picnic table on the heritage grounds. Call for more information about purchasing your tickets.