The VHF is proud to announce the launch of four new map-guides on specific historic themes or neighbourhoods in Vancouver (see images on the left). To join the Downtown Vancouver Mid-Century Modern Architecture map-guide published in 2006, now available are map-guides for Strathcona Markets, Carrall Street, Japantown, and Chinatown.
Created in partnership with the City of Vancouver, these self-guided historic maps are available free of charge at the VHF office 9am– 5pm Monday to Friday.
Summer 2010 Guided Historic Walking Tours
All tours are on Saturday mornings at 10 am and last approximately 2.5 hours.
$14 per person includes gst. Limited spaces so book early!
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Marpole Neighbouthood Saturday, July 10th
Meet at 10 am at St Augustine's Church Hudson and 71st
This pioneer farming settlement on the Fraser River is today an intriguing mix of old houses, and 1950s and 60s apartment building.
Tour led by John Atkin, Civic Historian www.johnatkin.com
Italian Strathcona Saturday, July 17th
Meet at 10 am at Sacred Heart at 525 Campbell Ave. at Keefer
From horse-cart bread delivery to five hundred screaming Italian footrace fans, explore Vancouver’s original Little Italy – Strathcona.
Tour led by the Italian Cultural Centre www.italianculturalcentre.ca
Jewish Strathcona & Gastown Saturday, July 24th
Meet at 10 am at Heatley & E. Pender Streets.
Explore another side of historic Strathcona with its former synagogue, school, kosher butcher and more.
Tour led by the Jewish Museum and Archives of BC www.jewishmuseum.ca
Sunset Neighbourhood Saturday, August 14th
Meet at 10 am at the northeast corner of Main and 51st
With its new Bing Thom designed community centre and agricultural heritage, the community is now home to Vancouver’s large South Asian population.
Tour led by John Atkin, Civic Historian www.johnatkin.com
Oakridge Neighbourhood Saturday, August 21st
Meet at 10 am under the clock/sign, 41st and Cambie
The Canadian Pacific Railway’s last subdivision has a excellent collection of mid-century modern design buildings.
Tour led by John Atkin, Civic Historian www.johnatkin.com
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