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Rear View Mirror

A still from 1990s video features the Lamb Stirling House prior to restoration This video from the early 1990s, comes from the archives of the Alder Grove Heritage Society. It traces the work of the Langley Heritage Society in preserving local heritage and features past president, Michael Kluckner. It's a story of remarkable collaboration with local governments, educational institutions and industry to save our built heritage -- from the CNR Station to Michaud House, Lochiel School and other projects. Watch HERE

Mark Forsythe2026-09-27T23:41:20+00:00September 27th, 2026|

AGM 2026

We had a wonderful evening at the Fort Langley Community Hall for our AGM and dinner, capped off with a B.C. History Quiz and book draw. Good luck to the new board of directors as they take on another restoration project at St Alban’s Church & Hall in the coming year. If you'd like to become a member, details HERE

Mark Forsythe2026-05-02T16:41:21+00:00May 2nd, 2026|

From Our Archives

From the Langley Heritage Society archives: A video produced about 20 years ago to highlight the innovative work of the society. "If we know where we come from, we know where we are going." (GV Productions) View it HERE

Mark Forsythe2026-01-14T22:51:05+00:00January 14th, 2026|

Gathering of the LHS Clan

More than 70 members gathered for the AGM Dinner at the Fort Langley Community Hall on Friday. It's always a wonderful opportunity to catch up on society news, renew friendships and learn something new. This year's presentation was all about the new cultural facility, salishan Place by the River. We heard about the exhibit planning and programming from Ryan Schmidt, Manager of Arts & Culture for the Township, and Heritage Curator, Kobi Christian. Thanks to LHS member Glenn Disney for capturing the event through his camera lens. Ryan Schmidt rolls out a plan for the year ahead at salishan Place by the River. Public tours of the facility have now begun on Fridays at 1 pm. Kobi Christian is Heritage Curator at Salishan Place by the River and a member of our society. The school programs that LHS sponsors are expected to begin in the fall and [...]

Mark Forsythe2025-05-04T15:53:48+00:00May 4th, 2025|

AGM Was A Blast!

Thank you to LHS member Glenn Disney for documenting our AGM Dinner at the Fort Langley Community Hall. Good friends, a delicious dinner, a review of society business, jazz grooves from Dave Quinn & Doug Louie, followed by guest speaker, Maurice Guibord, who shared the rich Francophone history of Langley. See Société historique francophone de la Colombie-Britannique HERE. Thank you Lotte Elias for decades of volunteer service as treasurer for the Langley Heritage Society!

Mark Forsythe2024-05-15T17:36:29+00:00May 15th, 2024|

See You at the AGM!

Attention members -- have you purchased your AGM Dinner ticket yet? Friday May 10th we'll be gathering at the Fort Langley Community Hall to celebrate another year with camaraderie, jazz music and a delicious meal. We'll also hear a special presentation from Maurice Guibord of the Société historique francophone de la Colombie-Britannique. He'll share stories from the fur trade era -- Canadiens at Fort Langley, Ovid Allard & son Jason, and Étienne Pépin and his descendants. He'll also shed light on other francophone families who are an important part of Langley's story, including the Michaud and Dumais farming families who lived in two homes preserved by the Langley Heritage Society. For tickets, contact Dave Buckley at: [email protected] You can also update your membership at the door.

Mark Forsythe2024-05-02T20:40:33+00:00May 2nd, 2024|

Upcoming Events for Members

See you at Milner Chapel on March 19th! It's a good opportunity to renew your membership in advance of the AGM in May.

Mark Forsythe2024-03-08T23:33:00+00:00March 8th, 2024|

Heritage Week Tea & Social

Mark Forsythe2024-01-30T04:15:30+00:00January 30th, 2024|

Volunteer Spotlight

Meet volunteer Aedan Smyth, a grade 12 student at Brookswood Secondary School. Asked about his favourite artifact in the CNR freight room, he grabbed the stumping powder box. This was vital to railways and farmers to hasten the removal of trees and stumps. Adan has a keen interest in railway history and his plans include pursuing a history degree at Simon Fraser University. We wish him well and thank him for volunteering at the Fort Langley heritage CNR Station. We're always eager to welcome new volunteers. Find out more HERE.

Mark Forsythe2023-06-09T02:52:25+00:00June 3rd, 2023|

AGM Dinner: April 21st

Attention LHS members! Our AGM Dinner is scheduled for April 21st, featuring guest speaker Stephen Mikicich, the Heritage Planner with the Township of Langley. (Doors open at 5 pm, dinner at 6 pm.) He'll provide an overview of the Township's municipal heritage conservation program, current projects, and planned initiatives. Join us for a delicious dinner with friends, and hear some inspiring ideas about heritage conservation. Tickets from Dave at 778-899-2209 or email [email protected]. Stephen Mikicich joined the Township of Langley as Manager of Heritage Planning in September 2021. Returning to Langley is somewhat of a ‘homecoming’ for Stephen, as he undertook considerable work in the Township as a planning consultant during the 1990s and early 2000s, and has a strong appreciation for the community. He is Registered Professional Planner (RPP) with a Master of Arts degree in Community and Regional Planning, and a career spanning over 30 years in the [...]

Mark Forsythe2023-03-24T20:44:20+00:00March 24th, 2023|