history

Event Date(s): 
Saturday, September 15, 2018
Time: 
1:00pm - 2:30pm

Throughout the early 20th Century the design of neighbourhoods across North America were influenced by plan books published by firms based in cities such as Winnipeg, Seattle and Chicago, while firms such as Eaton’s, Sears, and Aladdin sold plans and delivered the required lumber to your building lot ready for assembly, while others such as the Vancouver-based BC Mills Ltd delivered prefabricated homes.

Coal mining in the Elk Valley has been a way of life for over 100 years. Despite this rich heritage, few of us spend much time thinking about it. Mining was not always the job it is today. It was dangerous, backbreaking work.

Event Date(s): 
Wednesday, July 4, 2018
Time: 
7:00pm - 9:00pm

Mountain View is a post-modern neighbourhood and not an area many might consider “heritage”. However, the neighbourhood has a history associated with the airport that once occupied this area, was developed in the 1960s and 1970s as an affordable neighbourhoods for people working in the mines, and residences continue to be upgraded and redeveloped throughout this neighbourhood.

Event Date(s): 
Friday, February 23, 2018
Time: 
12:00pm - 1:00pm

From December 1 to April 30, the Fernie Museum is hosting the exhibit, Treasures and Curiosities from the Fernie Museum Collections, which draws on its 10,000 + artifact collection.

Event Date(s): 
Tuesday, December 19, 2017
Time: 
5:30pm - 9:00pm

Sample tasty treats, enjoy seasonal beverages and live entertainment in the Fernie Museum's relaxed, after-hours shopping experience and newly stocked products in the Museum Store will allow you to think outside the Christmas box. 

Our gift is a one night only discount of 10%. Members receive an additional 10% discount.

Musical entertainment by Hark Raving Sirens.

Event Date(s): 
Friday, December 1, 2017
Time: 
4:00pm - 9:00pm

The Fernie Museum opens its new shop - the Trites & Wood Mercantile Co just in time for the holiday season.

Named after the famed Trites-Wood Department Store once located next door, the Fernie Museum’s shop features a curated collection of jewelry, clothing and accessories, home décor, books, and stationary which represents Fernie’s geography, culture and heritage.

Event Date(s): 
Friday, December 1, 2017
Time: 
7:00pm - 9:00pm

The Fernie Museum has collected objects since 1964. The diverse collections tell how communities in the Elk Valley grew and evolved over time. Individual objects provide insight into each generation’s desire to preserve their part of the Fernie story. In a rare peek into the vaults, the Fernie Museum presents 150 treasures and curiosities in the final exhibition celebrating Canada 150.

These objects have not been seen by the public since they were put into storage 20 years ago. In 2018, the Museum will begin a program to rehouse and catalogue the entire collection.

Event Date(s): 
Saturday, September 16, 2017
Time: 
11:00am - 4:00pm

Explore Fernie's architectural gems. 9 heritage buildings throughout Fernie’s Heritage District will be open to the public, with volunteers providing short tours of each facility.

Doors Open is an international event that provides free and rare access to architecturally, historically, culturally and socially significant buildings. Fernie Doors Open is hosted by Heritage Fernie.

Event Date(s): 
Saturday, September 16, 2017
Time: 
8:00am - 11:00am

Get ready for a busy day at Chautauqua 2017 with a hearty pancake breakfast hosted by the Fernie Knights of Columbus. 

Proceeds will go towards sponsoring a Syrian refugee family, continuing Fernie’s long history of welcoming immigrants.

Event Date(s): 
Saturday, August 26, 2017
Time: 
1:00pm - 2:30pm

Join knowledgeable tour guides on a walk through time to learn about the people, personalities, and events that shaped the Elk Valley as we see it today.

July 15 - Fernie Trailblazers
August 12 - Disasters and Delinquents
August 26 - Fernie Families Remain

Tour the heritage section of the cemetery and learn about the people and events that shaped early Fernie. Presented in partnership with the Lost Souls’ Society. Tickets are $10, and include admission to the Fernie Museum. Tickets are available at the Fernie Museum.