Is Barkerville Open 2021?

Welcome back to Barkerville. We’re thrilled to have our visitors join us once again! We’ve made some very important changes to how we operate to keep our staff and visitors safe, and we are proud to stand behind them. Opening begins June 26, 2021 and the following protocols are in place for that time.

What is Barkerville known for?

As a result, Barkerville became a cornerstone in the development of Canada and the founding of British Columbia. It is the site of the first-ever Dominion Day celebration and is the town that supplies the Cariboo gold rush. By the mid-1880s, Chinese residents made up half of the Cariboo region’s population.

Is Barkerville in Wells GREY Park?

A Step Back in Time Today, Barkerville is western Canada’s largest heritage attraction and visitors flock here to learn about the rich history of this region. Barkerville is situated only 8 km (5 mi) from the town of Wells.

Who lived in Barkerville?

Chinese from Guangdong, China found their way to the goldfields and by the 1880s constituted half of the area’s population of 5000. First Nations people (eg, Tsimshian, Haida, Lillooet Interior Salish and Carrier) worked in the region.

What to know about the town of Barkerville?

Barkerville truly has something for everyone. There is plenty of interesting history to learn, which is easily tailored to whatever age group you have with you. The actors… We really enjoyed visiting this historic town. The staff who presented the different scenarios out on the street were talented and entertaining.

How big is the Barkerville Park in BC?

On 12 January 1959, BC Parks established Barkerville Historic Park by Order-in-Council with an initial area of 64.84 hectares (160.2 acres). This was increased in 1973 to 457.29 hectares (1,130.0 acres).

Where is Barkerville BC in the Cariboo Mountains?

It is located on the north slope of the Cariboo Plateau near the Cariboo Mountains 80 kilometres (50 mi) east of Quesnel. BC Highway 26, which follows the route of the Cariboo Wagon Road, the original access to Barkerville, goes through it.

What did Billy Barker do in Barkerville BC?

Billy Barker’s legendary gold strike on Williams Creek triggered a multi-billion dollar industrial revolution that literally built a province. Today, the extraordinary historic town of Barkerville stands as a living testament to BC’s golden beginnings.