Our annual barbecue is a great way to meet our members, introduce new people and learn more about how WVHS celebrates our community’s history. Join us for burgers, hotdogs and great conversation.
Dreamers and Designers, the Shaping of West Vancouver
Following in the Steps of First World War Soldier
This is a new series of community conversations on topics of interest to West Vancouver residents that celebrates our community, as it was and as it is, in the words of the people who live here.
In honour of Heritage BC Week, the West Vancouver Historical Society invites you to join a guided tour of Point Atkinson Lightstation on Sunday, February 24, 2019. Tours are at 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm. Registration is required. Please contact pointatkinsonpals@gmail.com. Meet at the Lightstation gates by the stone wall at the foot of Beacon Trail, Lighthouse Park. Elaine Graham will provide the guided tours.
The life and adventures of Julia Henshaw, an early resident of Caulfeild, is the subject of an illustrated lecture by Michael Kluckner at West Vancouver Historical Society’s next meeting.
Julia Henshaw and her husband established their home in the Caulfeild area in the early 1910s. Author and lecturer, botanist and explorer, socialite and war-time volunteer Julia was a fascinating individual.
The wilderness at our doorstep will be the focus of Earth Month's Local Voices. Join Dave and Gerry Brewer, founders of North Shore Rescue, Lisa Brasso, Blue Dot advocate for a healthy environment and Dr. Jennifer McQueen, who makes science accessible to youth, in a conversation about experiencing, protecting and celebrating our natural environment.
Join us for our Annual General Meeting. Our featured speaker will be Mary-Ann Booth, Mayor of West Vancouver.