Hot off the press! The Fraser River has been the site of many important events that have shaped the way we live today. Take a break and spring into the Discovery Centre from March 11th – 26th to delve into the many stories that are part of the Fraser River. 

There will be self-guided activities throughout the building, a facilitated activity from 10am-12pm, and storytime from 1pm-3pm.  

WHAT: 

March 11th – 26th: 

• Drop in for storytime and an activity everyday between 1pm-3pm.  
• Add your own story of the Fraser River to a community mural! 
• Investigate bird migration to the Fraser River delta, making history every year as a “Globally Significant Important Bird Area.”  

March 11th – 18th: Gold Fever! – Get introduced to some of the many prospectors that made their way to the Fraser Canyon then test out your gold panning skills in our water table.  

March 19th – 26th: Tackle (box) in Time – The Fraser River is home to the largest freshwater fishing harbour in North America. Compare different fishing methods and the sustainability leaders who shaped the river we know today!  

WHEN: March 11th – 26th  

• Self-guided activities: 10:00am – 4:00pm 
• Facilitated activities (Gold Fever! and Tackle (box) in Time): 10:00am – 12:00pm 
• Storytime: 1:00pm – 3:00pm 

WHERE: Fraser River Discovery Centre, 788 Quayside Drive, New Westminster, BC 

COST: Includes admission to the Discovery Centre. Admission is free for members. Specific costs are listed below:  

• Family Ticket ($15.00 each) – for 2 adults and up to 4 children  
• Adult Ticket ($6.00) – Adult 19 and older  
• Senior Ticket ($5.00) – Senior 65 and older  
• Student Ticket ($5.00) – Student ID required  
• Child ticket ($3.00) – children aged 3-12  
• Children 2 and under register for free.  

COVID-19 Safety: 

• Masks are required for all participants over five (5). 
• While visiting the Centre, please follow physical distancing rules wherever possible. 
• Caretakers are asked to remain with their children for the duration of their visit.