History & Heritage Facilities

Fraser Valley Heritage Railway Society

152 Street & 64 Ave
Surrey, BC
(604) 317-8428

Dedicated to preserving the history of interurban rail travel in this region, the Fraser Valley Heritage Railway Society has built a replica of the old Sullivan Station compound that will delight railway buffs. The adjacent Sullivan car barn houses two restored BC Electric Railway cars: 1225 and 1304. From 1913 to 1958, 1225 served interurban routes across Metro Vancouver, while 1304, the last wooden interurban train car built in North America, once served as a private car for the Governor-General of Canada. The BC Electric Railway in the Fraser Valley will mark their 100th anniversary in 2010, by getting the cars back in service in between heritage tourism destinations, and restoring a grand tradition.

Historic Stewart Farm

13723 Crescent Road
Surrey, BC
(604) 592-6956

Facing the Nicomekl River and nestled amid apple trees, the bucolic Historic Stewart Farm is as popular among picnicking families and wedding parties as it is among museum-goers. The beautifully restored farmhouse was built in 1894 by Scottish farmer John Stewart, and was purchased by the city of Surrey in 1984. Take a look at the Stewart family Bible and vintage china, learn about how the family's cook and fieldhands lived, and chat with costumed interpreters Tours are offered by staff and volunteers dressed in Victorian-style costumes. Historic Stewart Farm is open Tuesday through Sunday.

Surrey Museum

17710-56A Avenue
Surrey, BC
(604) 574-6106

Located in the historic town centre of Cloverdale, the Surrey Museum was the first new museum built in British Columbia in the new millennium. The brick-and-glass, 2,230sq m/24,000sq ft museum features a variety of rotating exhibits and interactive displays. Look for the Honey Hooser weaving collections, check out native baskets and artifacts, and peer into the Anderson pioneer cabin outside. The on-site Surrey Archives offer unique historic photos and newspaper clippings to browse through. The museum also hosts lectures, walking tours, and summer day camps for kids. The Surrey Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday, and fees vary for adults, seniors, and children.