Douglas Day
Wednesday, November 19th
10:00 am – 8:30pm
Our big day! BC turns 150 years old today, and it all started right here. On November 19th, 1858 Governor James Douglas read a proclamation in Fort Langley’s Big House declaring the territory a British Colony. Parks Canada is offering free admission for the day, so celebrate the birth of British Columbia at Fort Langley. Enjoy the BC 150 theatre presentation, tours, and more! Our costumed staff and volunteers will be out in force providing activities and fun for the whole family.

* Photograph yourself into history: bring your camera, don one of our costumes and have your picture taken with the mural depicting the famous moment
* Sign a certificate with a fountain pen stating you were at BC’s birthplace ON the big day! (150 years later)
* Visit the theatre to “Build” British Columbia with a huge soft-sculpture map of the province
* Ongoing blacksmithing and barrel-making demonstrations
* Kids can try their hand stringing cranberries, rolling a barrel or tackling an obstacle course!

Be a part of your provincial history on November 19th at Fort Langley NHS!

For more information on the provincial celebration, including evening concert details, visit the BC 150 website.