Burnaby Village Museum, Open-air museum in Burnaby, Canada.
Description
The Burnaby Village Museum is an open-air facility featuring 31 full-scale buildings arranged to recreate a village from the 1920s era. The collection includes original heritage structures alongside carefully reconstructed replicas spread across the grounds.
History
The museum was founded in 1971 and inaugurated by Roland Michener, Canada's Governor General at the time. It focuses on reconstructing life from the early 1900s period to preserve that era for visitors today.
Culture
Costumed staff members demonstrate traditional trades and daily routines throughout the village, showing how people worked and lived in the early 1900s. Visitors can watch blacksmithing, gardening, cooking, and other period activities as they walk the grounds.
Practical
The grounds are easy to explore on foot with clear pathways connecting the buildings throughout the site. Seating areas and food facilities are available for visitors who want to spend several hours here.
Did you know?
A working carousel built in 1912 sits on the grounds and visitors can ride it. This restored amusement ride has been a favorite with families for many decades.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Burnaby).
Swangard Stadium
4.1 km
Burnaby Lake Regional Park
3.3 km
Central Park
4 km
Queensborough Bridge
5.1 km
Fraser International College
5.5 km
The Armouries
5.4 km
Burnaby Art Gallery
341 m
Sovereign
2.9 km
New Westminster Courthouse
5.8 km
Burnaby South High School Cenotaph and Memorial Tennis Courts
2.5 km
Edgar Residence
774 m
Jubilee Grove Arch
3.5 km
Arundel Mansions
5.8 km
Shearer House
678 m
Baldwin House
671 m
Anderson Residence
159 m
Love House
108 m
Fairacres Mansion
343 m
Floden House
2.7 km
Bell's Dry Goods Store
41 m
Elworth
64 m
The Gables
2.4 km
Wintemute House
1.8 km
Walker Residence
369 m
Deerholme
566 m
Shaw House
3.4 km
Altnadene
192 m
Glenedward
2.4 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes