We all know the conference stereotype. You sit through a boring lecture pretending to listen while you patiently wait to cash in those conference drinks at the hotel bar. To... read more →
On New Year’s Day, the Chilliwack Progress predicted, “the year 1908 holds out great prospects for this little Valley... The expectations for this incoming year are great, the prospects greater,... read more →
Last Movember I wrote a blog highlighting some of the individuals from Chilliwack’s historic... read more →
In my ongoing exploration of the area’s history, I find myself often comparing how our experience parallels that of those who’ve come before. How are our traditions alike or how... read more →
Painting of 1891 bridge by Carolyn Louise Wilson.The 1891 bridge was designed and constructed by members of the Soowahlie and Skowkale First Nations including Capt. John... read more →
If you’ve visited the museum over the last few years, you’ve likely noticed various mini “exhibits” on the hallway between the two galleries. Over the past few years the hallway... read more →
Guest Blog by Education Assistant Abbie Murphy This past summer I had the pleasure... read more →
Last fall while attending the University of the Fraser Valley, I took a directed studies course with history professor Scott Sheffield. The purpose of my directed studies was to create... read more →
As the summer approaches, myself and our education assistant, Abbie are planning our summer activities! For the past two years the museum has offered weekly craft activities throughout the summer.... read more →
Today I would like to use this opportunity to promote a new event here at the Archives. Starting this year we have been having free behind-the-scenes tours of the Chilliwack... read more →