Vancouver History: Original Birks Building - Vintage photos featuring the iconic old Birks Building at Georgia and Granville in Vancouver, including an animated GIF
Let’s travel back in time and look at beautiful historic photographs documenting important events, daily life and changing of Vancouver.
Vancouver History: Original Birks Building - Vintage photos featuring the iconic old Birks Building at Georgia and Granville in Vancouver, including an animated GIF
KFN today consists of several formerly separate tribes, both culturally K’ómoks and Pentlatch. The Sathloot (‘sath-loot), Sasitla (sa-‘seet-la), Ieeksen (eye-‘ick-sun) and Xa’xe (‘ha-hey) are all culturally K’ómoks and have their own unique origin stories.
Explore the beautiful city of Vancouver (Gastown) in this self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt. Learn fascinating facts about Vancouver (Gastown),
The original site of the city of Vancouver has a fascinating history and natural beauty. Visit a museum and explore nature trails on your next trip.
Overview Learn about the history of Vancouver as you stroll through the charming neighborhood of Gastown with a professional guide. You'll hear about the origins of the neighborhood and Vancouver in general, learn about alcohol prohibition in Canada, and have plenty of time to take photos and ask your guide questions about the area and Vancouver in general. Visit Gastown with a professional guide Various departure times available Tours are available in English, Spanish, and Chinese Private tour ensures personal attention from your guide
Kiggins Building – 1908 It looks like this was J. P. Kiggins first building in Vancouver. It was a two story brick built in 1908. Several of the the Polk Directories list the ‘Old Kig…
Vancouver History: Original Birks Building - Vintage photos featuring the iconic old Birks Building at Georgia and Granville in Vancouver, including an animated GIF
The top photo shows the building before its 1925 expansion which was in keeping with the original design. It was expanded again in 1950 but still looks like it was built this size originally. The building on the right seems to be the same building, but greatly modified. On the extreme left is the original Bay building which was demolished to make way for the first expansion.
large | original First Beach is found in Vancouver's West End, a great neighborhood for food and fun. At the corner of Beach and Davie is one of my favourite places to eat dinner and watch sunsets. The many pubs and restaurants on that corner offer a great view, and I can seldom resist running down to the beach to take shots of the waning light, silhouettes and spectacular colors. In the background is Coal Harbor up to Second Narrows.
This expansive bridge in the Canadian wilderness was originally just built for friends.
Vancouver History: Queen Elizabeth Park - Sitting on top of Little Mountain in Vancouver, the land was originally owned by Canadian Pacific Railway...
Vancouver's original chateau-style "railway gothic" Waterfront Station, built in the early 20th century and site of the palatial Waterfront Station that serves buses, SkyTrain, West Coast Express commuter train and waterborne transit such as Seabus today, was surprisingly soon replaced by the current building on the site in 1914, Source: CPR Archives Artist/Photographer: J.W. Heckman
Going to Vancouver on a cruise? You might want to get there a few days early because this enchanting city has a lot to offer. Here are some great ideas
Discover Clark County's history as seen through the eyes of photographers, local museums and contributions from the community.
Always amazed by beauty of Canada's West Coast, the place I call home for more than 10 years. Enjoy the uniqueness of large log and its pattern that shows history on the beach near Vancouver, BC coast, Canada. Vancouver based photographer Airisa, originally from Europe - Latvia, captured unique beauty of the places she traveled to in the past years. These series of photos "around the world" will bring you to the places you would like to go or have traveled yourself in the past and would like to hold a piece of the beauty in your home, office, business or any wall you would like to decorate. Vertical print available in 8 different sizes, this print makes beautiful addition to your home, office or could be the perfect gift for the world traveler in your life! Sizes 8x12, 12x18, 16x24, 24x36inches will be printed as first image (full size). Sizes 8x10, 12x16, 16x20, 24x32inches will be cut top and/or bottom off as third image to fit dimensions. (for custom sizing inquiries, please contact directly) PRINT AND/OR FRAME+PRINT DETAILS: - this purchase is print only (no frame) if indicated/selected "print only - no frame" - this purchase is with frame (print + frame) if indicated/selected "frame + print" - printed full bleed (printed to edge of paper) - if you would like to add the border to the print, please send me a message beforehand - museum-quality semi-glossy poster made on thick and long-lasting semi-glossy paper. - paper weight: 200 gsm / 80 lb - shipped in sturdy packaging protecting the poster/frame PRINT SIZES: -8x10 inches (approx. 20x25cm) -8x12 inches (approx. 20x30cm), frame available -12x16 inches (approx. 30x40cm), frame available -12x18 inches (approx. 30x45cm), frame available -16x20 inches (approx. 40x50cm), frame available -16x24 inches (approx. 40x60cm) -24x32 inches (approx. 60x80cm), frame available -24x36 inches (approx. 60x90cm), frame available *Please contact me if different sizing is required for custom order!
FROM SIALKOT TO VANCOUVER The Life and Times of Chaudhry Shakrullah Khan Bhindar, Sardar Begum Chandar and their Descendants The original journey \"From Sialkot To Vancouver\" culminated on September 5, 1966. This book preserves the family history of Chaudhry Shakrullah Khan Bhindar and Sardar Begum Chandar of Sialkot, Pakistan. Their descendants have been settled in Vancouver, Canada for over half a century. Four generations have now called the Lower Mainland their home.
The Canadian Letters and Images Project, initiated and managed by Vancouver Island University's History Department, collects and preserves digital images of letters and photos related to the soldiers of all wars that Canadians have been involved in. It is an incredible archive of the thoughts and ex...
Archive Photos of the Day: Vancouver Traffic
Embark on a historical journey in Vancouver with 13 captivating sites, offering a glimpse into the city's vibrant past.
This home combines the character and heritage of the past with the innovation and sustainability needs of the future. The owners of this North Vancouver Craftsman bungalow, originally built in 1912, envisioned a home that reflected the history of its location and of their 20 years living there as a family, while being functionally and visually inspiring and highly energy efficient.
With heritage industrial style lofts in short supply, the few remaining units in Vancouver do tend to rarely make it on to the real estate scene. Even if they do, it is not very long before you have to ward off competition to call on your home. This fabulous, modern and exquisite apartment in the […]
