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.
Join Vancouver Heritage Foundation, Cory Weeds and special guests in recognizing the brief but lasting legacy of the Cory Weeds’ Cellar Jazz Club. From 2000-2014, this Kitsilano underground venue became a jazz destination. Hear from the thriving local jazz scene and celebrate PTM Plaque #102 on November 15th.
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From artist files and audiovisual recordings to born-digital materials, Western Front's archives function as a significant repository of contemporary art history. Join Western Front’s Executive Director, Susan Gibb, and Archivist, Anna Tidlund, for an in-depth look at the organizational strategies that support both the preservation of its history and the development of its future. This session explores how that history is actively documented, interpreted, and sustained through archival practice.
In celebration of their new book, “Real Enough: The Unlikely Story of Doug and The Slugs”, join one of the band’s founding members Simon Kendall and historian Aaron Chapman in an entertaining discussion of Doug and the Slugs' career over the past 5 decades featuring readings from the book, music, mirth and much besides…
Founded in in 1947 by the Fillipone brothers Joe, Ross, Mickey and Jimmy, The Penthouse is a well-known cultural landmark in Vancouver that has now been operated by Danny Fillipone for the last 45 years. 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.
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An interactive map of places listed on Vancouver's Heritage Register.
Places That Matter sites recognize some of the people, places and events that tell the story of Vancouver’s history.
Defines, details and illustrates local house styles, their architectural elements and social context.
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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A heritage study guide, grants for field trips and professional development support
Guidance and support for heritage property owners and stewards.
Learn about the relationship between community, sustainability and heritage
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Support for heritage places.
Grants to assist with researching and sharing Vancouver's heritage.
To support local field trip costs for Vancouver history and heritage experiences.