CELEBRATING OUR UNIQUE HISTORY, CULTURE AND COMMUNITY
BY SHARING IT WITH EVERYONE
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What’s Happening
About Doors Open
The Northern Trails Historical Society is hosting our third annual Doors Open celebration in 2026.
Doors Open celebrates the built heritage in our Northeastern communities by encouraging participants to visit different historic buildings and tourism locations throughout the region at no charge. The program has continued to expand from there, bringing in other organizations and businesses to help support and take part.
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June 13: Chetwynd
- July 1: Fort Nelson
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July 11: Fort St. John, Charlie Lake, Dawson Creek, Pouce Coupe
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July 12: Dawson Creek
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July 25: Hudson’s Hope, Bear Flat, W.A.C Bennett Dam Visitor Centre, Tumbler Ridge
- August 2: Taylor
The Doors Open Program is made possible thanks to support from:
We acknowledge the financial support of the following participants:
Tumbler Ridge Museum, Fort St. John North Peace Museum, Fort Nelson Heritage Museum, Hudson’s Hope Museum, Peace Crossing Historical Society, IdealOS, Magic Lantern Centre Cinema, Space Model Museum
When It’s Happening
Join Us for Doors Open
Be sure to visit our participating locations during their Doors Open dates – each community will have it’s own times through the summer! There are many events happening in our communities during these times, so make a day of it and join us!
We will be updating this information throughout the program.
JULY 25th, 2026
HUDSON’S HOPE, BEAR FLAT, TUMBLER RIDGE
Join us in HUDSON’S HOPE, BEAR FLAT & TUMBLER RIDGE for an exciting July weekend and FREE ADMISSION at these amazing, must-see historical sites. The following locations, organizations and businesses are participating in the program and will offer free admission to their facilities as well as other unique events and opportunities.
MORE INFO COMING SOON!
BEAR FLAT MUSEUM
9AM-5PM • (250) 262-9014
HUDSON’S HOPE MUSEUM
9AM-5PM • (250) 783-5735
Enjoy Free Admission at this amazing Museum! A full day of fun for the whole family! Learn more about the history of the Peace Valley, take a guided or self-guided museum tour, and guided tours of the St. Peter’s Church (TBD).
DINOSAUR DISCOVERY GALLERY
9AM-5PM • (250) 242-3466
Enjoy FREE ADMISSION while you learn and explore, including guided gallery & collection tours, a Conuma Mine tour, explore the Dig Pit & Craft Station, and grab a TR Passport and get at least 3 stamps to be entered in a prize draw.
CONUMA COAL MINE TOUR
9AM-12:40PM • FROM THE TR MUSEUM
Enjoy this UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY to tour the Conuma Coal Mine! Tour guests can board the bus from the Dinosaur Discovery Gallery at 9:00am, and experience a tour of The Pit, the Maintenance Shop & Area, the ‘Fishbowl’, and more!
The tour is first-come first-served, so make sure you’re there!
W.A.C. BENNETT DAM VISITOR CENTRE
10AM-5PM • (250) 783-5048
Explore the fun and educational exhibits while enjoying the amazing view of the dam and reservoir.
TUMBLER RIDGE GEOCENTRE
10AM-4PM • (250)242-3123
Across from the Visitor Centre
Check out this new Geopark Facility where you can learn more about the area, the Geopark Network, and explore unique exhibits about the Tumbler Ridge Geopark – a must see!
TUMBLER RIDGE COMMUNITY CENTRE
10:30AM-6PM • 340 Front St., Tumbler Ridge
Explore the Museum Exhibits located in the community centre.
AUGUST 2, 2026
TAYLOR, PEACE ISLAND PARK
Join us in TAYLOR for an exciting August weekend and FREE ADMISSION at these amazing, must-see historical sites. The following locations, organizations and businesses are participating in the program and will offer free admission to their facilities as well as other unique events and opportunities.
Don’t miss the International Gold Panning Championships while you’re in Taylor!
TAYLOR FORTS
8AM-5PM • (250) 789-9295
Enjoy Free Admission at this unique historical site in Peace Island Park. Start at the Park Office or call for access.
CHURCH OF GOOD SHEPHERD
HOURS TBD • (250) 782-4868
Explore this unique historical church in Taylor.