Brief Approximately 1600 people from all over British Columbia and abroad visited Barkerville Historic Town & Park between Saturday, December 9th and Monday, December 11th This year’s event set an historic attendance record for the most Old Fashioned Victorian Christmas visitors ever, breaking a previous record set in December of 2015 Admission to Barkerville’s annual […]
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December
13
Record-setting crowds bring welcome holiday cheer to Barkerville’s Victorian Christmas
posted by Barkerville, BC
December
01
Jingle bells, Bakery smells, and Tube Runs all the way: Victorian Christmas at Barkerville sleighs!
posted by Barkerville, BC
Brief • Barkerville Historic Town & Park is bustling with special events and activities for yuletide revelers looking to experience the wintertime magic of western North America’s largest heritage attraction, nestled under an elegant blanket of snow, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Saturday, December 9th through Monday, December 11th • A stay at […]
November
18
Barkerville’s Old Fashioned Victorian Christmas – 2017 Schedule
posted by Barkerville, BC
Welcome to an Old Fashioned Victorian Christmas at Barkerville Historic Town & Park December 9th, 10th, and 11th 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Activities Take an exciting sleigh ride with Barnard’s Express Stage Lines (Map #24). Partake in the delicious delights of Victorian home baking at the Wendle House (Map #18). Join Miss Florence Wilson […]
December
02
Employment Opportunity – Programming Diversification Officer (Full-time, One-Year Position, Extendable with Sustainable Revenues)
posted by Barkerville, BC
Programming Diversification Officer (Full-time, One-Year Position, Extendable with Sustainable Revenues) Reporting to the CEO and teaming with other staff, the position is responsible for developing and stewarding a wide range of activities and programs in B.C.’s Cariboo and Central Interior to advance the reach and participation of this Provincial and National Heritage Site. Prime responsibilities […]
October
27
Scary streets, haunted houses and a real Spooky Buddy at Barkerville’s Ghostly Hallowe’en
posted by Barkerville, BC
Barkerville’s autumnal Activities Season is underway, and the National Historic Site’s nighttime streets are quiet… disturbingly quiet, in fact. On Monday, October 31st, from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM, visitors to BC’s Gold Rush Town can explore the darker side Barkerville – in a lighthearted, family-friendly nod to the spirits of Hallowe’en past, present, and […]
October
14
Ray Beaulieu Memorial Fire Truck Building now a reality thanks to #FCCAgriSpirit Fund and others
posted by Barkerville, BC
October 14, 2016 [Barkerville, BC] Ray Beaulieu Memorial Fire Truck Building now a reality thanks to FCC AgriSpirit Fund and others Brief • An investment of $25,000 CDN from Farm Credit Canada’s AgriSpirit Fund is providing welcome aid in the construction of a heated garage that will be used to house a new fire truck […]
September
16
The Amazing Race (to Rebuild Barkerville) – Saturday, September 17th
posted by Barkerville, BC
The Amazing Race (to Rebuild Barkerville) Saturday, September 17th, 2:30-4:30 PM The Great Fire of 1868 has left Barkerville in much need of repair, and it’s up to you and your “Fire Brigade” team to race through a series of exciting challenges that will help rebuild the town and lead the ultimate winner to a […]
August
12
Shaolin martial arts featured at Barkerville’s 19th annual Mid-Autumn Moon Festival
posted by Barkerville, BC
According to ancient Chinese astrology, the moon is at its roundest in the middle of the autumn season. Since the round shape of full moon symbolizes family reunion and togetherness in Chinese culture, one of the preeminent festivals in the Chinese calendar is the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival. During the festival, family members gather to eat […]
