Burnaby Village Museum
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Address6501 Deer Lake Ave.Burnaby, British Columbia V5G 3T6 Canada Website |
General ContactFront Desk Clerk 604 297 4565 604 297 4557 |
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This program offers a fascinating glimpse into how technology changed our lives. It looks at the changes that occurred over the years as society moved from an agricultural base towards an industrialized one. Participants visit the blacksmith and tinsmith exhibits and through the use of stationary steam engines, get a close up look at how the steam age began.
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Since its debut in 2007, this program has received rave reviews. Held in the new tram barn housing the Interurban 1223, this new program highlights the way the BC Electric transportation system dramatically changed life in the Lower Mainland from the 1890s to the 1950s. We look at who used the system and why. Activities include dressing up and role-playing and designing a typical BC Electric Railway poster.
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This tour focuses on the lives and jobs of working people in British Columbia during the 1920s. Children see how technological changes affected certain trades and workers. The tour also illustrates the variety of services early communities could provide. Visits to the blacksmith, barbershop, general store, print shop, garage and bank are included. Hands-on activities include: role-playing in the general store; one student becomes the customer in the barbershop, while another is the assistant ; one student writes a cheque in the bank. Each class receives a hook made for them by the blacksmith, and bookmarks in the print shop.
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Children explore various types of homes typical of pre-1926 Lower Mainland: a log cabin, a single-working-man's cottage, an 1893 farmhouse, a 1922 upper-middle-class house and a storekeeper's living quarters. Various hands-on household chores highlight the evolution of technology in the home and its impact on families and the community. Also discussed is the chronological development of house design. Hands-on components for individual students include: sweeping the verandah, bringing in the wood, setting the table, operating the water pump, beating a rug and role-playing in the Dry Goods Store
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In self-guided tours, students, at the beginner's or intermediate levels, visit various museum exhibits. Historical interpreters give demonstrations and explain the history of specific homes and businesses, and the history of Burnaby in general. ( ESL groups can also be accommodated in some of the Museum's other programs, such as Home Sweet Home , Heritage Christmas and Spring Discovery Days.)
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An enduring favourite. Students relive a typical day in a 1922 one-room schoolhouse, when the 3 R's were the focus of school life. Children receive mini-lessons in reading, writing and 'rithmetic, and experience the social environment of the times. Authentic texts and recess games are used; the students write their lessons with a straight pen and ink. Strict discipline is maintained and a health inspection takes place (clean nails and hands). God Save the King (it's 1925!) is sung with gusto. Social Stories are available for this program.
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Teachers and parents lead groups of 10-12 children around the entire museum site during these self-guided visits. Historical interpreters explain aspects of life in a 1920s urban community with an emphasis on Christmas. Allow 2 1/2 to 3 hours for the visit, which includes a ride on the 1912 carousel and a hand-made Christmas craft. One of the rare times of the year when the Chinese Herbalist is in his/her shop.
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Teachers and parents lead groups of 10-12 children around the entire museum site during these self-guided visits. Historical interpreters are stationed in many exhibits and explain aspects of life in a 1920s urban community. Allow t 2 1/2 to 3 hours for the visit, which includes a ride on the 1912 carousel. One of the rare times of the year when the Chinese Herbalist is in his/her shop.
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Come brave the night in the Carousel pavilion! Children explore and ride the 1912 C.W. Parker carousel and visit with Barnaby, the take-apart carousel horse. They go on a spooky flashlight tour of the Museum and Deer Lake Park, including a walk around two reportedly haunted buildings. Children also learn about Oakalla Prison, see a funny movie in the old-time theatre and play with early-1900s replica toys. The program includes a snack and a continental breakfast. Lots of fun & excitement! Perfect for Girl Guides and Brownies groups! Cubs too!
