The Promise of Spring: http://thepromiseofspring.com The Promise of Spring is an immersive online book available now. It is a tribute to Vancouver’s (and Vancouvers) past in the form of a lyric fiction based on a number of the author’s early experiences in the city. Originally composed in response to an extended absence from home, it… Continue reading Something of Interest From Graeme Abernethy…
It’s been a busy summer, but at last I have a schedule for the Wednesday Night Heritage Walks. All walks are at 7:00pm cost 10.00pp (cash or credit card), no reservations needed and they last about 2 hours. johnatkin.com July 31st – Strathcona: innovation and history This historic neighbourhood isn’t frozen in time but has… Continue reading Wednesday Night Walks (at last!)
Poking through the files I found this image [top] for the Merchant’s National Bank in Portland Oregon built in 1912 to the designs of architects McNaughton & Raymond and was struck by the similarity to the Edgett Building at Pender and Cambie built… Continue reading Gee, you look familiar…
Not everyone saw value in the old building once the library and city museum had moved out and on to better facilities.
[The Georgia Viaduct closed to traffic during a carnival showing military displays and a refreshment stand] Originally uploaded by City of Vancouver Archives What’s old is new again. Closing roads to traffic to create public space. Great Idea!
In 1942 it seems the Canadian National Railway were looking for ways to use the exhaust steam generated by the heating system, the laundry and kitchen operations. Their solution was to dig a tunnel 400 feet long to the Georgia Medical Dental building and the Devonshire hotel across the street and run heating pipes to… Continue reading Tunnels in the City
Grand Hotel Walking Tours on Sundays! From humble structures hugging the shoreline on the edge of a forest, to the grandeur and elegance of the iconic railroad hotel along with today’s luxury offerings, this tour takes a look at the fascinating history of spending the night in Vancouver. Tours will depart the Hornby Street entrance to the Vancouver Art… Continue reading A New Walking Tour
There is trouble with minors operating autos in Stanley Park. The Board’s solicitor is unable to do anything as the law does not preclude minors from driving autos. Board suggested a change in the law.
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