From the Vancouver Heritage Foundation:
PLACES THAT MATTER PLAQUE PRESENTATION
Wednesday, July 17th 2:30pm.
Presentation will be in Stanley Park on the overpass before Prospect Point.
Places That Matter celebrates 125 stories that tell the history of Vancouver since its incorporation with community-based presentations at sites nominated by the public. Help spread the word about the history in your neighbourhood and get to know your city!
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Lions Gate Bridge
Built in 1938, financed by the Guinness brewing family, the Lions Gate Bridge connects the City of Vancouver with our North Shore neighbours. This remarkable bridge is one of the longest built at the time and was heralded for technical innovations in cable use and construction. The bridge survived potential demolition in the 1990s after debate was sparked over its heritage value and ability to meet the needs of the public, and today its graceful peaks stands as a landmark for our city setting Vancouver’s harbour apart.
We will be celebrating this great piece of architectural history with a plaque presentation on the overpass before Prospect Point in Stanley Park on Wednesday, July 17th at 2:30pm. When you find the matching miniature lions you’ll know you’re in the right place.
Don Luxton, heritage consultant, advocate and author will speak on the heritage and architecture of the bridge and we will also be joined by members of the Guinness family and the British Properties Board of Directors.
