Heritage Surrey
17671 56 Avenue V3s 1c9 Surrey, BC, Canada

Do you remember this?

Surrey Vaisakhi Parade, 2005. Photo by Boaz Joseph.

This bracelet was likely a piece of ‘sweetheart jewelry,’ often sent by soldiers overseas to their loved ones at home. Imagine the love story behind it. Browse more local artifacts from the Surrey Heritage Collection at http://ow.ly/ycGe50El0vf. #VimyRidge

Did you know John Tenta aka Big John and Earthquake?

Bhana Singh is the earliest known South Asian settler in Surrey. Arriving in Surrey in 1906, at the age of 16, he worked on the Richardson Family Farm, just west of Cloverdale, for many years. Bhana Singh later worked in multiple mills in Surrey and retired at one in Port Kells, with his beloved dog. At the time of his death in 1966, he had lived in Surrey for 60 years. The Richardsons remembered him fondly, as a grandfather-type figure, and as an experienced driver in his 19...29 Pontiac. We are looking for photos, documents and more information about Bhana Singh. If you have anything to share with us about him, please let us know! The newspaper clipping was printed in The Surrey Leader on November 3, 1966. The photograph shows a group of South Asian men in Cloverdale ca. 1906. The photograph was published in K. Jane Watt’s Surrey: A City of Stories and is from the private collection of railway historian Barrie Sanford. #sikhheritagemonth #sikhheritage #sikhheritagemonthbc #sikhsincanada #southasianhistory

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Do you know the location of this Whalley photo from the 60s? Find the answer with the Surrey Time Lapse tool at https://tinyurl.com/1r2rj2x2. The Vancouver Sun you might know!

A stunning photo of the Pattullo Bridge, built in 1937 for $4 million.

An Indigenous Carving Centre is coming to a landmark site in Surrey, thanks to a $400,000 grant from the provincial government. Heritage Surrey #SurreyBC

Have you taken a free outdoor guided visit of Historic Stewart Farm? Call 604.591.4627 to book yours today. https://tinyurl.com/c4hzl4l1

Surrey resident Daniel Igali won an Olympic gold at the 2000 Summer Olympics. This photo was taken at a 2010 Olympics celebration in Surrey. #BlackHistoryMonth

A south facing view of the Peace Arch and surrounding buildings.

Skating in a winter wonderland.

Who here is a child of the 80s?!

Have you voted for your favorite tree yet?

The BC Electric Railway arrived in 1910 and brought this substation with it, electrifying the community. Where was it? Find out at https://tinyurl.com/y5kuvyce

'Tis the season for gingerbread! Find the secret Historic Stewart Farm recipe at https://www.surrey.ca/stewartfarm/online-heritage-activities

Ever wondered where the name Whalley came from?

Can you name this busy Surrey intersection? Use the Surrey Time Lapse tool to find the answer and other local historic images. https://tinyurl.com/y5kuvyce

Thank you to everyone who tuned in today.

Can you name the location of this Surrey elementary school? Find the answer and more archival photos at https://tinyurl.com/y5kuvyce

A free outdoor family activity this December. Pre-register for your 30 minute tour Wednesday to Saturday afternoons at Historic Stewart Farm.

Historic Stewart Farm is sharing some of their favorite Halloween crafts. Find the instructions for these lanterns at https://tinyurl.com/y56pr8sd

Can you place the location of this gas station from Surrey, 1969? Find the answer with the Surrey Time Lapse Tool at https://tinyurl.com/y5kuvyce.

Surrey Remembers, 2020

Where were your stomping grounds as a kid?

Congratulations to our friends at Museum of Surrey!

Who's bringing out the nice dishes this weekend for a virtual family dinner? This Franciscan set from 1941 sits in the Heritage Surrey Collection.

Did you know you can see a 1949 aerial shot from anywhere in Surrey? Customize your view! Here is a shot of our location at the Surrey Archives. https://tinyurl.com/y5q8dkww

Did you go to school in Surrey? We just might have your class photo! Check out the Online Heritage Search at https://tinyurl.com/y4azacy2.

Reminder we are going live at 10:30am with a livestream of a small ceremony at the Cloverdale Cenotaph. Please tune in to pay your respects.

Last chance to register for tomorrow's phone session. Reminder that you must sign up for the free session to take part in the call. Register at https://www.comeshare.ca/com.../seniors-centre-without-walls

WWI veteran Zennosuke Inouye owned farmland at 128th and 96th Avenue, having been awarded the land for his service. In 1942, his land was seized by the Canadian government and the Inouye family was sent to internment camps. After the war, Zennosuke Inouye became the only person to receive his land back after internment.

Calkins House and Store is the first stop on the Port Kells and Clayton Heritage Driving Tour. You can do it from the car or on your desktop. See the tour at https://tinyurl.com/y56pr8sd

The 2019 Wickfest gold medal. The women's hockey tournament was started by Canadian hockey Olympian Hayley Wickenheiser. #WomensHistoryMonth

An inspiring new exhibit is opening at Museum of Surrey this week. https://www.surreynowleader.com//story-told-in-semiahmoo-/

October at Historic Stewart Farm! Free guided tours run Wednesday to Saturday afternoons. Schedule yours today. https://tinyurl.com/y56tdjyv

A familiar scene. We don't have the location of this photo on record. Any guesses?

Who can name the makes of the cars outside Ruddell's Flower Shop?

It's National Senior's Day! Shout out to our senior volunteers who have given their time and commitment to heritage in Surrey at the Historic Stewart Farm, Museum of Surrey and Surrey Archives. Such inspiring people!

Today on Orange Shirt Day, we honour the Indigenous children across Canada who were sent away to residential schools. As today is also about education, we encourage everyone to spend some time today learning and discussing residential schools with others. http://www.trc.ca/about-us/residential-school.html #EveryChildMatters

Culture Days are here! Indoors, outdoors, and online, it runs September 25 - October 25. Check out the City of Surrey Culture Hub. https://tinyurl.com/y6zj6ayc

Last chance to register for this free program.

Our friends at Museum of Surrey are on the list!

The Hillcrest Drive-In Theatre opened in 1952. It is pictured here in 1993. What movie did you see here?