Bricks & Brews
Join us for an evening at The Penthouse Nightclub with Aaron Chapman, Danny Filipone, and Ben ‘The Sign Guy’ Jackson as they share how the legendary venue has shaped Vancouvers entertainment scene over the last 80 years.
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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1910: The Uncovering – A Film Screening and Talk
Join us for a special screening of the documentary film, '1910: The Uncovering.' The film explores the legacy of the Rogers Pass avalanche through the lives of two unlikely friends, a downtown Vancouver businessman, and a Japanese-born ski guide brought together by their need for purpose, healing, and their passion for researching the mysteries and injustices of this event. After the screening, Director and Co-producer, Chad Townsend, and one of the film subjects and its Executive Producer, Morgan Brewster, will speak about the film.
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.
Mapping Industrial Heritage
From canneries and mines to company towns and Indigenous industrial landscapes, industrial heritage tells the story of how people, industry, and place have shaped one another, as well as how those relationships continue to influence communities today. Join us and Heritage BC’s Maria Paula Arias to explore the story behind the development of the Industrial Heritage Places map and Places that Matter Community History Resource and delve into the collaborative process used to identify and interpret sites, and the opportunities and challenges of documenting industrial heritage through a community-driven lens.
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.