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Fort Langley National Historic Site

23433 Mavis Ave | PO Box 129, Fort Langley, British Columbia V1M 2R5, Canada
1 604 513 4777
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Type: Historic Sites, Educational Sites
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: 1-2 hours
Owner description: Experience the excitement of the early West Coast fur trade at Fort Langley and stand in the spot where BC was proclaimed a British colony in 1858.... more » Owner description: Experience the excitement of the early West Coast fur trade at Fort Langley and stand in the spot where BC was proclaimed a British colony in 1858. Explore the scenic fort—built by the Hudson’s Bay Company in 1827—where fur traders once exchanged furs, salmon and cranberries with the First Nations. Fort Langley is packed with interactive displays and activities for the whole family – watch blacksmithing, barrel-making or historic weapons demonstrations, pan for gold and laugh along with an interpretive program!• Take exit #66 (232nd St. North), just 40 minutes east of Vancouver• Open daily year round. September to June 10 am - 5 pm• Sxwimelә Boutique and Gifts• Full Barrel Cafe (summer)• Free parking• Walking distance to Fort Langley village shopping, museums, walking trails and dining. See our daily programs and events calendar online. « less
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Canada
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39 reviews 39 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

This is a good place to learn history and the historical events that took place during fur trades and gold rush; there are presentations on daily basis and its interesting to learn about part of Canadian history and get entertained at the same time.

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Surrey, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

Fun for children. They love the interactive stuff. After the fort go into the town. They have great coffee at the bookstore cafe. And if you want a longer walk hike the Fort to Fort trail. Good way to spend a Sunday

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Bracknell, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

Had a great time as a family visiting from the UK, and ensuring that the children had both a great time and also a time to learn about the history of the fort and the Hudson Bay Company and how things were in this part of Canada during I suppose the 19th century, the gold rush and the need to... More

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Hove
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

I went here as a kid and enjoyed it then, I enjoyed it again coming back and hope to go back again. It keeps changing and the events they do keep changing, a great place to go to and go back to. The interpreters were very friendly and interesting. Loved the musket shots display, especially as the CN train also... More

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Port Coquitlam, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2013

Always so interesting to see how our ancestors managed to gain a foothold in a wild and desolate place. We stand on the shoulders of those who came before us.

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West Kelowna, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2013

WE really enjoyed the look at life a century ago. It was affordable and lots of room for kids to run. I had been here as a child and brought my grown daughter as a way to pass some time. Will take the grandchildren some day.

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Vancouver, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2013

Fort Langley National Historic Site doesn't sound all that enticing to begin with, but it's great. They've got the balance between education and entertainment just right. First, though, my top tip - don't go on an off-season week day. If it's winter, during school term, go on a weekend. There'll be much more going on in terms of demonstrations and... More

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Vancouver, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013

Can't believe I have lived in Vancouver for almost 40 years and not visited Fort Langley. It was the grand kids that finally got me there. Took the two of them for the day and what a pleasant experience. The site is very authentic and geared to kids. The staff is extremely friendly and they give interesting, informative presentations. You... More

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Langley City, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2013

Great place to visit on a sunny week end. There is a small farmers market during the summer months. Great place to bring the kids and a picnic lunch.

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Langley City, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2013

If you are visiting the Langley B.C. area.."Fort Langley", is a "Must See"! This is not only historic, as it is considered the "birthplace" of British Columbia, but it is informative, very visual, hands on......and FUN! During the summer months, the Fort has historians who are dressed in historic attire, and doing the "jobs" that were required in everyday living,... More

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