Every Place Has a Story
Celebrate Historic Places Days with VHF by joining us for 2 special events that explore and showcase the places and stories that are important to our city.
Who We Are
VHF advances the appreciation and conservation of our city’s diverse heritage places and their stories. We raise awareness of the vital contribution that heritage makes to a vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable community.
We host informative events and workshops, create resources about Vancouver’s history and heritage places, and provide financial and practical support for the successful conservation of historic buildings and sites.
Upcoming Events
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Cellar jazz club – Places That Matter Plaque #101
Join VHF and special guests on Tuesday, June 30th to celebrate the unveiling of Places That Matter plaque #101, which honors 70 years since the Cellar jazz club first opened its doors on Watson Street in 1956. Although the club closed in 1964 and the location has been redeveloped, we recognize the lasting impact and enduring legacy it holds in musical history, as well as its influence on the contemporary jazz scene in Vancouver and beyond.
Historic Places Days | Behind the Scenes with Vancouver’s Chinese Societies
A visible and yet commonly overlooked fabric that lines the streets of Chinatown and their surrounding neighbourhoods are Chinese Societies and Vancouver is home to one of the largest concentrations of them. Join Larry Chin as he guides you on a journey from their origins to present day as he shares his insights on their purpose and relevance in today's Vancouver.
Celebrating 15 Years of PTM
Created in 2011 to commemorate Vancouver’s 125th anniversary as an incorporated city, Places that Matter (PTM) has grown to recognize over 100 community-nominated sites that represent some of the people, places and events that tell the stories of Vancouver’s history. Join Michael Kluckner, Past President of Vancouver Historical Society, and Jessica Quan, Community Engagement Manager at Vancouver Heritage Foundation, for an evening dedicated to reflecting on 15 years of PTM. They will be joined in conversation by members of some of the PTM sites who can speak to the importance and value of these places and spaces in our community.
Discover Vancouver's Heritage
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Heritage Site Finder
An interactive map of places listed on Vancouver's Heritage Register.
Places That Matter
Places That Matter sites recognize some of the people, places and events that tell the story of Vancouver’s history.
House Styles Hub
Defines, details and illustrates local house styles, their architectural elements and social context.
Support Our Work
As a charitable organization, we are grateful for all donations. Your support means we can promote appreciation of Vancouver's unique history and heritage places, as well as support conservation projects with education, information and grants. Donors are known as Friends of VHF and are acknowledged on our website.
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Resources and Guides
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For Teachers & Schools
A heritage study guide, grants for field trips and professional development support
Building Owner's Guide
Guidance and support for heritage property owners and stewards.
Sustainability & Heritage
Learn about the relationship between community, sustainability and heritage
Grants for Your Project
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Heritage Conservation Grants
Support for heritage places.
Yosef Wosk Publication Grants
Grants to assist with researching and sharing Vancouver's heritage.
Field Trip Grants
To support local field trip costs for Vancouver history and heritage experiences.