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Where history comes to life – Stroll down the streets of the 1920s village exploring at your own pace. The village is an open-air museum on a 10-acre site that represents at typical tram-stop community. Period costumed townsfolk welcome visitors and give demonstrations in the homes, businesses and shops. Popular stops include the blacksmith, the print shop, the garden at the farmhouse, and the General Store.

Enjoy the elegance of the recently restored Interurban #1223 tram. It is part of the area’s rich public transportation history. An exciting must for every visitor is a whirl on the historic 1912 CW Parker Carousel. Rides are accompanied by music from a 1925 Wurlitzer band organ.

Amenities include picnic tables, a gift shop, and an ice-cream parlour which offers a menu for light meals and snacks. The site is wheelchair accessible.

Special Events, Heritage Programs

The museum is open seasonally for the general public and year-round for pre-booked tours. Special events include a Spring Break Scavenger Hunt, Victoria Day, Canada Day, Labour Day Fair & Heritage Christmas.

Open Garage - on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons our volunteers open the vintage car garage.

Tours - join one of our afternoon tours to get the stories behind the history

Address: 6501 Deer Lake Ave Burnaby BC V5G 3T6

Phone: 604.297.4565

Fax: 604.297.4557