There are a number of interpretive centres, museums and heritage sites to explore in Prince George, as well as heritage walking tours.
Huble Homestead Historic Site
Seeking a northern Canadian historic experience? The Huble Homestead Historic Site is an exciting detour, just a short drive away from Prince George. The site is located 40km/25mi north of the city on Highway 97 and Mitchell Road.
Albert Huble built the first house at Huble Homestead in 1912. It is a traditional log home and the oldest building in the region on its original site. He worked with his partner at a trading post where they performed services like guiding and surveying, and upgrading the Giscome Portage Trail.
Other buildings at this location include the Salmon Valley Post Office, a general store, a blacksmith shop, and a restored First Nations fish camp. Today, the Huble Homestead/Giscome Portage Heritage Society operates the site. There are no fees, but donations are accepted to help maintain the heritage site.
The Exploration Place
While not exactly a heritage site, The Exploration Place is easily the most exciting indoor attraction in Prince George, and is filled with historic displays. It is especially suited to families and children as it features exhibits, interactive demonstrations and activities.
The building is two stories. The main floor has activities for younger children and the upper floor a variety of exhibits and activities for older children and adults. The main floor has replicas of dinosaur skeletons, and some neat activities including a dinosaur bone dig area and a water table with boats. The upper floor contains the original Prince George jail cell, a replica of the first city theatre, a replicated billiard hall with the original billiard table, First Nations artifacts, an interactive sports games area, an interactive area to see and touch animals like snakes, and a trading centre where kids can exchange one item (like a pinecone) for another.
Walking Tours
History buffs can also take a Downtown Heritage Tour, which should be arranged in advance via the Prince George Public Library, which leads the tours. The tours highlight the history of various buildings in downtown, some dating back to 1914.
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