History of New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada

1859 - New Westminster named capital of B.C.

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1860 - Church of St. Peter established in New Westminster

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1873
NEW WESTMINSTER, the former capital of British Columbia, is beautifully situated on the north bank of the Eraser River, 85 miles from Victoria. Lat. 49° 12' 47' N., lon. 122° 53' W. The town boasts of a very handsome Episcopal Church (of stone) and the only peal of bells on the coast, presented some years ago by Miss Burdett Coutts, now Baroness in her own right. There are also very neat churches in connection with the Roman Catholic, Presbyterian and Methodist denominations. The town also contains a telegraph office, 2 newspaper offices, 1 distillery, 1 grist mill, 3 saw mills, a public hospital, a mint and assay office, court house, gaol, penitentiary, legislative building, government house, savings bank, a number of stores, &c. At present the principal industry is salmon fishing, of which immense numbers run up the River Fraser. Sturgeon also of fabulous size besides other kinds of fish are caught in great abundance. Magnificent trout are taken in various small streams in the... Read MORE...

1895 - New Westminster
New West'minster, the former capital of British Columbia, is situated on the Fraser River, it miles from its mouth, 85 miles N.N.E. of Victoria. Lat. 49°12' 47" N.; Lon. 122° 53' W. It has several churches, 2 newspaper offices, a distillery, a grist-mill, 3 saw-mills, a public hos ital, a mint and assay office, court-house, jail, penitentiary, f: building, government, house, savings-bank, a number of stores, &c. Its principal industry is salmon fishing; but other kinds of fish are caught in great abundance. Steamers ply between New Westminster and points on the Fraser River. Pop. in 1881, 1500; in 1891, 6641.
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1898 - The City of New Westminster was visited by a destructive fire.

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1906
New Westminster, a port of entry and former capital of British Columbia, is situated on the Fraser River, 15 miles from its mouth and 80 miles NNE. of Victoria, on the Canadian Pacific and other railroads. It has various public buildings (including a provincial penitentiary, royal hospital, Methodist and Roman Catholic colleges, insane asylum, government house, etc.) and iron-works, foundries, machine-shops, and carriage-works. Its chief industries are salmon-canning and the sawing and shipping of lumber. Steamers ply between New Westminster, Victoria, Vancouver, and points on the Fraser River. Pop. in 1881, 1500; in 1891, 6641; in 1901, 6499. The city was visited by a destructive fire in 1898.
Lippincott's New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns ... in Every Portion of the Globe Publisher J.B. Lippincott Company, 1906

1941 - Church of the Holy Spirit established in New Westminster

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Here's a list of places to go and things to do in New Westminster:
1. Visit the New Westminster Quay: The New Westminster Quay is a picturesque waterfront area along the Fraser River. You can take a leisurely stroll along the boardwalk, enjoy stunning views of the river and the cityscape, and watch boats go by. The Quay also has a variety of shops, restaurants, and a farmer's market on Saturdays during the summer.

2. Explore Westminster Pier Park: Located near the Quay, Westminster Pier Park is a beautiful green space with walking trails, picnic areas, and a sandy beach. It's a great place for a family outing or a relaxing afternoon by the river.

3. Step Back in Time at the New Westminster Museum and Archives: If you're interested in history, don't miss the New Westminster Museum. It's located in Anvil Centre and showcases the city's fascinating past through exhibits, artifacts, and interactive displays.

4. Take a Tour of Irving House: Irving House is a beautifully preserved Victorian-era home that offers guided tours. It provides a glimpse... Read MORE...