Landscape Archives | British Columbia’s Black Pioneers

Giscome Portage Trail

The original Giscome Portage Trail was only wide enough for foot passage; approximately 8.5 km (5 miles) long. It crosses the Continental Divide as the shortest route between […]

The House that John Built: 1860’s construction techniques and gas lighting

Interview with Linda and Davyd, the current owners of the house. Davyd completed the house restoration work. Location: Linda and Davyd are standing on the sidewalk, at the […]

The Fort Victoria Brick Project Commemorates Black Pioneers

In 1986 the City of Victoria undertook The Fort Victoria Brick Project to commemorate early Victoria pioneers and settlers. A double row of 1000 bricks was laid from […]

“Dandridge House” circa 2014

This restored home in Victoria, B.C. was originally built and owned by John and Charlotte Dandridge in 1862.

“Dandridge House” circa 1872

This photo was found on the wall of a local funeral home with this caption “residence where funeral chapel now stands – moved to Rudlin Street”.

Deas Island Fishery on the Fraser River

The cannery included 3 substantial buildings surrounded by a dyke, which enclosed about seven acres, together with smaller buildings, a wharf and sheds. At least one of the […]

Occidental Hotel, Victoria; at the corner of Store and Johnson Streets (circa 1866)

Brown’s studio was at this hotel. He stayed here during the winter 1882 and into the summer of 1883.

“Giant’s Castle Mountain”: A.L. Fortune’s Farm, Enderby B.C.October 6, 1882

The Royal B.C. Museum in Victoria B.C. holds some of Brown’s Canadian works. In March 2018 the Museum and Friends of the BC Archives purchased this painting. The […]

Dr. Jones’ dentist office sign

When Barkerville was restored as a gold rush town tourist attraction, the office of Dentist Jones, complete with sign, chair and instruments became a feature on the main […]