Quarries That Shaped a City
One of Vernon’s most distinctive landmarks, the Vernon Courthouse, is made all the more impressive…
heritage buildings
The Rise and Fall of Orchardleigh Lodge
A once-popular lodge in Coldstream has been lost to time for more than 65 years.
The Early Days of the Bank of Montreal in Vernon
The year 1892 marked an important milestone for the young town of Vernon and the…
The BX Ranch House
The BX Ranch House, near the BX Ranch dog park, holds a rich and evolving…
The Scherba Family
At the turn of the 20th century, the Scherba family left Ukraine in search of…
Mason Street School
With students heading back to school, it’s a perfect opportunity to look back at one…
Brick and Wood: The Passage of Time Incarnate
The Vernon Courthouse has served as a reliable landmark for both residents and newcomers for…
Pleasant Valley Houses
Vernon’s East Hill is renowned for its collection of heritage houses, and there’s no better…
Vernon College: Burning Bright but Brief
For the summer months, we are thrilled to present a series of blog posts by…
A Vernon Maternity Home
An unassuming house at 1900 33rd Street was once the site of a maternity home.…
Post Office Clock
In 1912, Vernon opened a beautiful new post office complete with a British-made clock tower…
The Launch of the S.S. Okanagan
One of Vernon’s hidden gems is the Okanagan Landing Stationhouse Museum, located in Paddlewheel Park.…
Remembering the Okanagan Hotel Fire
“No more appalling disaster has ever been recorded in the annals of this province than…
Silver Star’s Pioneers
A series of year-round exhibits by the Silver Star Mountain Museum located throughout the resort’s…
The Laird of Fintry
In March of 2020, Vernon’s Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery received a gold medal for their…
Campbell House
With its cheery yellow siding, tall central tower, and large bay windows, the Campbell House…