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Welcome TO THE PORT CLEMENTS MUSEUMThe little village of Port Clements nestles beside an inlet on the misty and distant Queen Charlotte Islands, whichhad its name officially changed to Haida Gwaii in 2010. Port Clements has been settled and developed only veryrecently as far as history goes, almost within living memory. The artifacts of pioneer life still exist here and theyhave been donated to the village museum where they form a unique glimpse of life as it once was. The museum is operated by the Port Clements Historical Society. The Society was formed in 1985 and aftercountless volunteer hours the museum opened its doors in 1987. The indoor and outdoor displays are opendaily to the public from June to September and on weekends for the remainder of the year. The archives arenot open to the public but arrangement can be made with the archivist for access to items. Tours are always welcome and arrangements can be made for special openings.

On Thursday, March 28th, 1968, a number of interested citizens met at Alexander Park School to discuss the formation of a Historical society to preserve the records, pictures and artifacts pertaining to the Golden Area. Officers elected were: President: M

Wellness Awaits You in the Village of Ashcroft. A small town nestled along the banks of the Thompson River with clean air, fresh water, locally produced foods, ample hiking and walking opportunities and affordable housing. We are often the official hot spot not only in BC but in all of Canada and shovelling snow only happens a handful of times each winter. The common feeling when you cross the river into Ashcroft is that you have come home.