Fernie & Elk Valley Culture Guide Winter 2019-20 Edition | Page 20

cultural ATTRACTIONs ALL KINDS OF BEAUTY MURAL FERNIE MUSEUM On the side of Beanpod is a new mural by Michael Hepher reflecting the hopes, dreams and aspirations of Fernie and many of the features of the local landscape and community. Permanent & temporary displays, gift shop, special events, interpretive walks and local information. See feature, P22. Corner of 2nd Ave & 7th St Tag your photos with #ferniemuralproject BEANPOD CHOCOLATE Artisan producers of chocolate, coffee, gelato and macarons using traditional methods and equipment. FERNIE HERITAGE LIBRARY 3 floors of literature and reference materials plus regular events & programming. See feature, P26. 691 2nd Ave, Fernie | beanpod.ca | 778-519-5008 Open: Tues-Sat 10–5pm, hours may vary. 492 3rd Ave, Fernie | fernie.bclibrary.ca | 250-423-4458 Open: Tue, Wed & Fri & 11am–6pm | Thu 11am–8pm Sat 1–5pm. ELKFORD VISITOR CENTRE FERNIE VISITOR CENTRE & OIL DERRICK Local information and maps, Elkford Living History interpretive displays and art glass installation by Katherine Russell. Traveller information and displays, picnic area and Fairy Creek Falls trailhead. Last Standing wooden oil derrick in BC. 750 Fording Drive, Elkford | 250-865-4015 | www.elkford.ca For hours, see P4. FERNIE BREWING COMPANY Expanded tasting room with 11 core brands & seasonal products. Branded merchandise, gifts & growlers. 102 Commerce Road/Hwy 3, east side of Fernie tourismfernie.com/activities/attractions/oil-derrick For hours, see P4. MICHEL-NATAL HERITAGE KIOSK 6 panels interpreting the towns that used to be situated here, along with heritage, mining, and Ktunaxa Nation content. 26 Manitou Road, Fernie | ferniebrewing.com | 250-423-7797 Open Daily 12-7pm. Hours can vary holidays/weekends. Kiosk is in two locations, one next to the Titan Truck in Sparwood, and second on Hwy #3 east of Sparwood at the site of former Michel Hotel. FERNIE CITY HALL & MINER’S WALK Sparwood Visitor Centre & Terex Titan Interactive interpretive panels, local Fernie Forge sculpture, and The Face of the Miner sculpture. Traveler information, interpretive displays and the 1974 Terex Titan measuring 350 tonnes and 66ft long! 501 3rd Ave, Fernie | fernie.ca City Hall open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. Miner’s Walk always open. 141 Aspen Drive, Sparwood | 250-425-2423 For hours, see P4. FERNIE COURT HOUSE & CENOTAPH THE ARTS STATION Award-winning 1909 chateau-style building. Visitors welcome in grounds and grand entrance. An active and engaging space for creators and creatives with gallery, theatre, studio and meeting spaces. See feature, P10. 401 4th Ave, Fernie tourismfernie.com/activities/attractions/court-house Open: Mon–Fri 8:30am–12pm & 1–4:30pm. 601 1st Ave, Fernie | theartsstation.com | 250-423-4842 Open: Mon–Fri 10am–3pm. FERNIE DISTILLERS Classical-style independent theatre featuring the latest 2D & 3D screenings, festival and special events. See feature, P28. Handcrafted artisan spirits and liqueurs featuring local produce. Small batch distillery, tasting room and cocktails. 531 1st Ave, Fernie | www.ferniedistillers.com December: open daily 2-10pm, closed Tuesdays & December 25th. 20 20 491 2nd Ave, Fernie | ferniemuseum.com 250-423-7016 | Open: Daily, 10am–5:30pm. tourismfernie.com THE VOGUE THEATRE 321 2nd Ave, Fernie | ferniemovies.com | 250-423-7111 Daily 7pm screenings plus weekend matinees & some late shows. 21 21