It's that time again! We are celebrating our history, our heritage sites and the unique culture that is found in Vancouver. Heritage Week is an annual celebration of heritage held on the third week of February, this year February 19th - 25th.聽 Communities across Canada will hold events, workshops and lectures to help draw attention to their own unique heritage places. 麻豆传媒映画Heritage Foundation has embraced this聽 year's theme of 鈥淗eritage Stands the Test of Time鈥� with events highlighting our city鈥檚 diverse cultural stories and the evolving landscape of one of Vancouver鈥檚 heritage districts, Gastown. Join us at one of our free or low-cost events and celebrate Vancouver's heritage!
Places That Matter: Community Celebration
Wednesday, February 21st
6:30pm - 9pm
FREE
Kitsilano Neighbourhood House, 2305 W 7th Ave
Celebrate the local, cultural and lesser known history of our city with a free evening of storytelling, community and refreshments. Local comedian Morgan Brayton will serve as MC introducing several speakers connected to memorable sites honoured through the program. There will be opportunities to share your own stories, explore community booths, and learn about the Places That Matter plaque project and the new website.
Gastown Revisited
Saturday, February 24th
10am - 12pm
Since its designation as a heritage district in 1971, Gastown has continued to evolve and adapt to a changing city. On this walking tour, historian John Atkin will explore some of the more recent interventions and discover there鈥檚 more to the district than initially meets the eye.
Sunday Morning at Punjabi Market
Sunday, February 25th
9:30am - 12pm
All India Sweets & Restaurant, 6560 Main St
Enjoy a morning of cultural stories and local history starting at All India Sweets and Restaurant, one of our Places That Matter sites. Enjoy authentic chai and treats and hear about the people, businesses and stories that make this part of town so special. Then enjoy a walking tour of the area that highlights the past and looks towards the future of this vibrant area.
