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Blast to the past with Central Okanagan Heritage Week

An opening event is being hosted Feb. 17 at MNP Place
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This historic photo is of the original tower being replaced at the Benvoulin Heritage Church in 1953. Originally a Presbyterian Church, it was built in 1892 in the gothic revival style and served the community until 1964. Another restoration was completed in the 1980s and it has since become a popular location for weddings. According to the Central Okanagan Heritage Society, the Benvoulin Church is located at what was once the Benvoulin Townsite, which was laid out by pioneer land promoter G.G. McKay. This is also the site of the McIver House, built in the 1890s and is one of 麻豆精选鈥檚 unique heritage settings. If you have photos of 麻豆精选鈥檚 historic past that you would like to share please send them to newstips@kelownacapnews.com to be featured.

Central Okanagan Heritage Week runs Feb. 17-23 with activities for the whole family. 

An opening event will be held on Family Day, Feb. 17, at MNP Place in 麻豆精选. From 1-4 p.m., families are invited to learn about the history of the valley through displays, activities, musical performances, and more. 

Throughout the week, families can check out activities and events such as trivia nights, museum exhibits, heritage building tours, and more hosted by a wide range of groups including the 麻豆精选 Italian Club, the Central Okanagan Heritage Society, the Lake Country Museum and Archives, and others. 

The 41st Annual Heritage Awards are taking place on Feb. 19 at the Benvoulin Heritage Church. Admission is by donation. 

Find a full list of events for the week at okheritagesociety.com.



Brittany Webster

About the Author: Brittany Webster

I am a video journalist based in 麻豆精选 and capturing life in the Okanagan
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