The Cranbrook History Centre, in beautiful downtown Cranbrook, offers a specialized experience for all ages. Guided tours of the 17 restored railcars are an exciting way to experience the days of luxury rail travel. Tours range in duration and cost and can be customized depending on your mobility.
Self-guided tours of the facility allow you to visit other areas of the Centre at your leisure. You will find interpretive information and exhibits on local and regional history, paleontology, natural history and first nation’s culture.
The Columbia Basin Institute of Regional History is a non-profit history society dedicated to furthering the documentation and presentation of our region's human and natural history. We are centred in Cranbrook, but work with regional partners to encompass the Columbia Basin region of British Columbia.
WELCOME ABOARD!Situated along the lakefront, in beautiful, Nelson, BC lies a historical marvel. Streetcar #23 is a fully functional streetcar that was once in use here in Nelson in the first half of the 20th century. Once the backup streetcar for the defunct Nelson Street Railway, it has had a colourful history.The Nelson Electric Tramway Society, along with The Chamber of Commerce, Royal Bank, and Selkirk College restored this Streetcar, and the Society provides a scenic ride along Nelson's waterfront. The society is all volunteer driven, and our streetcar is one of Nelson's most interesting attractions.We invite you to come for a ride, and share in the wonderful history of the Queen's City. Young and old, there is something for everyone to enjoy.Check out our links at the top for more information on our streetcars, and the society. Also, don't forget to become a Fan on !Recent Posts