Langley Heritage Society Archives - Page 3 of 3

LHS Endorses Proposed Museum

Langley Heritage Society recently added its support to a new museum and cultural centre for Langley in collaboration with the Kwantlen First Nation: Honourable Lisa Beare Minister of Tourism, Arts & Culture Victoria, B.C. The Langley Heritage Society fully endorses efforts by the Township of Langley and Kwantlen First Nation to build a 36,000 square foot museum and cultural centre in Fort Langley. Replacement of the existing 60 year old facility is long overdue. The federal government recently committed $3 million toward this project through the Canada Cultural Spaces Fund, but it cannot proceed without provincial government support. The Township of Langley has submitted a request to the province for $10 million; it is currently under review. Langley Heritage Society urges you to support this exciting project, and the timing couldn’t be better. The 150th anniversary of British Columbia joining Confederation is less than two years away (2021). British Columbia [...]

Mark Forsythe2020-05-27T05:59:41+00:00October 20th, 2019|

Last Show on Thanksgiving Saturday!

Creative Compass Society and the Langley Heritage Society present the final performances of the Wheels of Time on Saturday October 12th. These vignettes bring to life some of the stories connected to the heritage CN Station and the people who made Langley home from the 1920s to the 1960s, including station agent Richard Simpson, Dr Benjamin Marr and Billy Brown. See you at the CN Station for performances at noon, 1, 2 and 3 pm.

Mark Forsythe2020-05-27T05:59:41+00:00October 7th, 2019|

It’s our 40th Anniversary!

Langley Heritage Society Celebrates 40 Years Preserving Langley’s History September 19th will mark 40 years since a handful of people gathered to create the Langley Heritage Society. They were dedicated to the idea of preserving local historic buildings, natural landscapes and historic roads, at a time when urbanization was ramping up in the Fraser Valley. Society volunteers have spearheaded and assisted with dozens of restoration projects. From the classic 1915 CNR Station in Fort Langley, to Sperling Church, historic Michaud Housein Langley City, Karr/Mercerbarn at Derby, to the Lochiel Schoolin Campbell Valley Regional Park. Many of these structures had been neglected, vandalized or faced demolition, but each has new life. Key partnerships with the Township of Langley, Langley City, Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Canadian National Railways and community groups underscore the society’s success. Most buildings also have tenants living in them who care deeply about these heritage structures. This innovative model for [...]

Mark Forsythe2020-05-27T05:59:41+00:00September 1st, 2019|

Happy Volunteer Week!

Take a bow, volunteers! We wouldn't be the same without you. It's Volunteer Week, and Langley Heritage Society is saluting our team of volunteers who contribute in so many ways. People like Gerry Landsman, who operates the wonderful Glen Valley model railway inside the wooden caboose. If you'd like to join us for the upcoming season at the Fort Langley CNR Station, fill out the online volunteer application form HERE.

Mark Forsythe2020-05-27T05:59:46+00:00April 8th, 2019|

Member Alert: AGM on Friday April 12th

Attention members! Join us for the Annual General Meeting of the Langley Heritage Society, Friday April 12th at Fort Langley Community Hall. Our special guest speaker will be award-winning author Ralph Drew, whose most recent book, "Coquitlam Chronicles" explores indigenous and settler history at this historical crossroad on the Fraser River. Update your LHS membership, enjoy a wonderful meal with friends, learn about our society's exciting plans for the coming year, and find out how you can volunteer with the organization. We'll also have a book draw, and Ralph's book will be available for sale. Tickets at 604-888-7596 or email: [email protected]. Meet & Greet at 5:30 pm, dinner at 6:00 pm.

Mark Forsythe2020-05-27T05:59:46+00:00March 27th, 2019|

Langley’s Partners in Heritage

Langley Heritage Society hosted its annual Heritage Week Tea at the Milner Chapel to highlight heritage partners in the Langley region. LHS President Fred Pepin launched the event and encouraged all to share highlights of their work, and to collaborate even more in the days ahead. Please send your events for our quarterly newsletter to: [email protected] Brigette Wieronski, manager at the Fort Langley National Historic Site. Many exciting things are happening at the fort, including a project to craft a new bateau by a Metis staff member. Matt Offer from the Canadian Museum of Flight. The recent Family Day events drew more than 1,300 people to this unique museum at the Langley Airport. The museum's collection even includes a window from an original Avro Arrow -- along with many vintage aircraft that still fly. CN Station manager Helen Williams thanked all the volunteers who keep our 1915 heritage site humming. [...]

Mark Forsythe2020-05-27T05:59:50+00:00February 23rd, 2019|

New Interpretive Signs at Fort Langley CN Station

Next time you visit the CN Station in Fort Langley, have a look at our new interpretive signs. The one above describes the mission of the Langley Heritage Society and the sign below details some of the station's 100 year long history.

Mark Forsythe2020-05-27T05:59:51+00:00December 21st, 2018|