Fernie Heritage Walk
Gold and rose-tinted brick and sandstone buildings line Fernie’ s Historic Downtown streets, where you will find some of Fernie’ s most iconic buildings featuring a variety of architectural styles, ghost signs, and historical references hinting at Fernie’ s community heritage.
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Fernie Oil Derrick
The tour ends at The Arts Station, pick up a copy of the Fernie Art Walk and discover galleries and artisans featuring unique local and regional art. Around Fernie, other locations to explore include the Fernie Oil Derrick, located at the Fernie Visitor Centre on Hwy # 3. This derrick is the last standing wooden oil derrick in BC. The metal components were used to drill the first oil wells in British Columbia in the Akamina and Sage Creek areas of the Flathead Valley from 1907 – 1930. In 1984, salvaged components were used to create this rig.
Fernie Heritage Walk
Self Guided Tour
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The Fernie Skiing Heritage Hall of Fame celebrates Fernie’ s proud skiing heritage. The display depicting stories of the pioneers, builders, and sport leaders who created Fernie’ s Ski Industry are presented in the hallway of Cornerstone Lodge in the Fernie Alpine Resort Plaza. Drop by to learn about the rich history and heritage of the people behind Fernie’ s beloved winter sport.
The Coke Ovens at Hosmer offer a fascinating insight into the valley’ s coal mining heritage. At its peak, Hosmer was home to over 1,000 people and was expected to be the main community in the Elk Valley. The coke ovens and other mine ruins can be visited from Stephenson Road and Durango Road.
Fernie & Elk Valley Cultural Guide
Cultural Guide
The guide includes stories, features, and listings highlighting heritage, art & artisans, food & beverage, and attractions around the Elk Valley along with a calendar packed with live music, festivals, and entertainment for all ages.
Pick up a copy at visitor information centres, coffee shops, and attractions, or visit elkvalleyculture. com.
Fernie Museum
Begin your tour with a visit to the Fernie Museum, located in the historic former Home Bank. The Museum features intriguing displays of historical photographs, artifacts and information depicting Fernie’ s history, and a second floor gallery with rotating exhibits. The museum offers summer walking tours and engaging events throughout the year.
For more information, visit ferniemuseum. com.
Fernie Museum
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Coke Ovens in Hosmer