This is an archived event from Culture Days 2025.
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Richmond Carvers Showcase
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Location
Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site
5180 Westwater Drive
Richmond, BC
Directions: The event takes place in Murakami Boatworks, located at Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site.
Access
Free.
Offered in English.
Wheelchair accessible and has gender-neutral washrooms.
About
Sunday, September 21, 2025 - 12:00 – 4:00 pm
For one day only, join us in the Murakami Boatworks at Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site to witness the intricate art of wood carving in action. Skilled artisans from the Richmond Carvers Society will be on-site to demonstrate their craft, sharing the rich history, tools, and techniques behind their creations.
The Richmond Carvers Society, a non-profit organization, is dedicated to advancing woodworking as both a hobby and an art form. Their showcase offers a unique chance to watch craftsmanship unfold and gain insights into this timeless art.
Links
- Website stevestonheritage.ca
Organizer
Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site
Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site is an 8-acre heritage park set on the scenic banks of the Fraser River. The site is the original location of early canning, fishing and boatbuilding operations. Arranged along a wooden boardwalk, the unique landscape and collection of heritage buildings tell the stories of the diverse community of people who lived and worked in Steveston over the past 150 years.
This event is part of a hub:
Steveston Village Hub
City of Richmond Richmond, BCThe historic village of Steveston was once a thriving centre of salmon fishing and canning, earning it the nickname “Salmonopolis”. Indigenous Peoples have harvested the land and waters of this region for thousands of years prior to this se...