Experience a comfortable environment in which guests are welcome to ask questions and establish fruitful dialogue with members of our community. The Az-Zahraa Islamic Center enables its members to promote the values and practices of the Islamic Shia Faith.
Please be prepared to remove shoes. Guests are visiting a religious centre and school and are requested to follow a modest dress code.
Experience the Bahá’í community-building activities that promote unity in diversity including character-building classes for children with a focus on virtues, programs that empower junior youth and learning opportunities for parents and adults. Richmond Bahá’í Community invites visitors to explore how to build a vibrant and harmonious community that celebrates unity in diversity.
Tour the bay of a working ambulance station. Participate in activities around daily work flow of paramedics and see the kits, tools and equipment used in daily work. BCEHS oversees BC Ambulance Service & BC Patient Transfer Services. Within this mandate the South Richmond Station strives to deliver the best possible patient care within Richmond, and beyond.
Discover Britannia Shipyards and learn about the historically significant Richmond Boatbuilders Building which helps share the stories and the complex workings of the West Coast fishing and boatbuilding industry. The Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site is a rare surviving example of Steveston’s once thriving mixture of canneries, boatyards and residences when fishing and boat building were flourishing industries on the Fraser River.
Explore our friendly, open, multi-ethnic neighbourhood parish that follows the ancient Eastern Christian tradition. Experience the wonders of timeless chants, Byzantine Theology, mystical prayer, Liturgical spirituality, incense & Holy Icons.
Activities include:
– Church tours every hour and half hour
– Q&A sessions every quarter-past the hour & every quarter to the Hour
Please call 604-447-1731 for inquiries.
Drop-in on Saturday 10:00AM – 4:00PM or Sunday 1:00 – 4:00PM
Watch a demonstration of hand papermaking (weather permitting) and learn about various types of printmaking from a variety of cultures. Seawrack Press Studio is located in the artist’s home.
8. Gurdwara Nanak Niwas: India Cultural Centre of Canada
Explore the Gurdwara and learn about basic concepts of Sikhism and the history of the Indo-Canadian community in Richmond. This gurdwara was established in 1985 and provides a spacious place of worship for the Sikh community and a popular location for weddings. The India Cultural Centre of Canada was one of the first religious buildings along Richmond’s “Highway to Heaven” and includes a community kitchen and prayer hall.
Experience art, calligraphy, culinary delights, meditation and group tours. Lingyen Mountain Temple offers traditional Buddhist practice, community service, and cultural exchange, blending Chinese traditions with Western engagement. With daily sessions, educational workshops, and diverse programs, it fosters spiritual growth and intercultural understanding. Explore the compassion and wisdom of Buddhist culture through engaging experiences.
View the outdoor agricultural exhibits and stroll through the heritage gardens of London Farm, which offers a taste of century old farming life. It’s a four acre historic site located along the south arm of the Fraser River that tells the story of farming in Steveston from 1880 to 1930.
Learn about this chapel’s history and have a close look at the stained glass windows, a highlight of its beauty and charm. Built in 1891, the Minoru Chapel holds stories of Richmond’s growth into the city and is a popular destination for weddings with its beautiful historical charm.
Take a guided tour of this beautiful Sikh Temple and immerse yourself in Punjabi food and culture whilst listening to short explanations of the Sikh way of life. Built in 1984, the uniquely designed Nanaksar Gursikh Temple has been offering continuous prayers inside the inner sanctuary. Open 24 hours daily and welcoming people of all ages and cultures.
Please call 778-846-9124 for inquiries.
Drop-in on Saturday 12:00 – 4:00PM or Sunday 10:00AM – 4:00PM
13. Peisen Ding, Branscombe House Artist-in-Residence | NEW, PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Explore various meanings of the word “home” and creating an inclusive and caring community through art activities such as drawing, painting and crafting. The Branscombe House Artist Residency takes place in a restored 1908 Edwardian-style house in Steveston. The workshops are part of the public program of the Branscombe House residency project “(Be)Coming Home”.
Please call 778-828-7784 for inquiries.
Pre-registration required for workshops on Saturday 2:00 – 3:30PM or Sunday 2:00 – 3:30PM.
Tour the Richmond Caring Place, home to 11 non-profit agencies and organizations in Richmond and view ceramic art displayed in our lobby, called “About Face” by Japanese artist Kinichi Shigeno. Learn about the Kaleidoscope Quilt, which was created by nine members of the Textile Art Guild for the 1999 Kaleidoscope event, showing Richmond to be a significant point of arrival in Canada from all parts of the globe.
16. Richmond City Hall | PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Take an exclusive and behind the scenes tour of Richmond City Hall and visit the municipal building, learn more about how the city operates, and how to get involved. City Hall not only has the primary tasks of running City government but is also committed to ensuring that citizens receive excellent customer service from everyone working on their behalf.
Tour is suitable for all ages but may appeal more to those over 12 years old.
Please call 604-247-8330 for inquiries.
Pre-registration required for tours on Saturday and Sunday (Space for 15 people per tour)
Register online using your City of Richmond Xplor account or by calling 604-276-4300 Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5:00pm.
Explore Richmond’s heritage and rich diversity through a tour of the City’s treasured belongings including a giant ship wheel, cameras, toys, trunks and much, much more! The Richmond Artefact Collections Site houses the main artefact collection for the City of Richmond. We are seldom open to the public, so we are excited to offer a rare glimpse of how we steward our shared heritage.
Please call 604-204-8990 for inquiries.
Pre-registration required for tours. Register here.
Saturday at 10:00AM (FULL), 11:30AM (FULL) & 1:00PM (FULL)
Sunday at 10:00AM (FULL), 11:30AM (FULL) & 1:00PM (FULL)
Drop by Richmond Family Place for some playtime! Explore our indoor playrooms, our outdoor play area and our garden or join us for circle and learn new songs and rhymes. Richmond Family Place offers a safe and welcoming environment to all families by providing programming that supports children in reaching their full potential.
Please call 604-278-4336 for inquiries.
Drop-in on Saturday 10:00AM – 3:30PM, Outdoor Play open until 4:00pm
Visit the fire department’s open house to learn about fire safety, meet firefighters, explore equipment, and build stronger bonds for safer neighbourhoods. The fire department are champions of public safety, offering swift response, education on prevention, and collaboration for resilient communities.
Join us for an immersive exploration of Islam’s most sacred and revered religious site at Richmond Jamia Masjid. Our diverse and vibrant Sunni Muslim community is ready to welcome you to delight in a multifaceted experience, which will transcend mere observation. Our exhibits will feature engaging hands-on activities, calligraphy demonstrations, henna art, delicious treats, and more!
Modest clothing required for both men and women (no shorts or short skirts).
Explore the experience of growing up in Richmond by visiting the Richmond Kids exhibition and taking part in frog-themed crafts, games and activities in the Atrium room.
Drop-in on Saturday or Sunday 10:00AM – 4:00PM
Join Musqueam weaver, Vivian Mearns Notaro, as she shares her knowledge of cedar weaving. Participants will have the opportunity to create their own twined cedar bark bracelet, (craft) while learning about the importance of cedar bark and how it is harvested, prepared and used.
Please call 604-247-8300 for inquiries.
Pre-registration required for Saturday or Sunday (Space for 20 people per workshop).
Register online using your City of Richmond Xplor account or by calling 604-276-4300 Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5:00pm.
Explore the park and choose from four self-guided walking trails totaling 5 km to encounter plants and animals in bog, forest and pond habitats. Enjoy ongoing for Naturalist Talks thoughout the day and visit from 2:00 – 4:00PM to learn about painting with water colours from a local artist. The Richmond Nature Park consists of 200 acres of raised peat bog habitat that once covered large portions of Lulu Island.
Discover the Olympic legacy in Richmond and learn how this unique venue serves the local community today. The Richmond Olympic Oval served as the official long track speed skating venue during the 2010 Winter Olympic Games.
Pre-registration required for tours on Saturday or Sunday, 10:00AM and 12:00PM. Register here.
Celebrate the completion of “Seasons of Colour” by Richmond artist Laura Kwok, a new, three-sided mural surrounding the recently opened Richmond Cultural Centre Annex in Minoru Park. Meet the artist and learn how the design was informed by community members. The Richmond Cultural Centre Annex is an exciting new arts and culture hub that supports the creativity of many emerging and established local artists and performers.
Please call 604-204-8671 for inquiries.
Drop-in on Saturday for tours at 11:00AM and 1:00PM
Visit the Brighouse location of the Richmond Public Library for demonstrations, tours, games, activities and family-friendly programs. With four branches and a book dispenser open 7 days a week, plus information available 24/7 at yourlibrary.ca, we are here to help you find the content you need wherever you are! Visit other branch locations for Storytimes and Babytimes. A Scavenger Hunt will be offered at Steveston branch.
Did you know that the City of Richmond has the most comprehensive flood protection system in B.C?
An integral part of that system are the 39 pump stations located around Richmond’s perimeter. Learn more about how these pump stations work to keep our city safe from floods from the people who design, operate and maintain them in this short video filmed at Horseshoe Slough Pump Station.
This site is not open to the public during Doors Open.
Join the Richmond RCMP at the city’s newest Community Policing Office. Come meet police officers from Richmond RCMP, check out some of their vehicles, take pictures with Safety Bear and members in Red Serge, receive stickers, take part in our Spot the Target contest, learn about our new You Etch It. We Catch It. catalytic converter theft prevention program, as well as the city’s Community Safety app.
Join an informative tour of the Richmond Recycling Depot to see just how many household items and materials you can drop off and what recycling supplies you can pick up for free. The Richmond Recycling Depot is a convenient, one-stop, drop-off location for a wide range of recyclable materials.
Please call 604-276-4010 for inquiries.
Pre-registration required for tours on Saturday and Sunday, 10:00AM – 2:00PM
Engage in a range of family-friendly activities for every age group. Learn about the beauty of our multicultural community, and seize the opportunities we have to contribute towards building a vibrant community together. Richmond Youth Education Center is an educational facility with the aim of promoting community building activities and empowering youth to take action toward contributing towards the betterment of the world.
Visit our store and tasting room at Sanduz Estate Wines and sample from a diverse range of wines including fruit, grape and dessert varieties from one of the largest selections of wines in BC. All our wines are made from 100% BC fruit, including varietals such as blueberry wine, dry blueberry wine, black currant wine, merlot, meritaj, dessert wines, icewine and port style wines.
Enjoy the vast array of local watercolour paintings on display, see the artist painting live in the garden and even try your hand at some watercolour techniques. Scott Pleydell-Pearce gallery exhibition space shows clearly the artist’s love for the local area and its beauty.
Please access studio through the back door. Park at the end of Blundell Road and walk halfway along the path towards the West Dyke Trail.
Learn about the history of Sea Island and its residents, past and present, through displays, chatting with our volunteers and exploring our historic collection. Sea Island Heritage Society is a non-profit organization focused on promoting, preserving, and being a strong, active resource for all things of heritage value on Sea Island.
Our space is accessed up a short 5 stairs. No washroom facilities on site.
Tour the 1917 Steves Farm House and exhibit of Hong Wo Store and paintings by George Lam. Visit the demonstration garden with heirloom vegetables and the latest manure technology which eliminates odours and reduces GHG’s.
Tours are recommended for adults only. Please email questions to doorsopen@richmond.ca. Booking information is listed below.
Pre-registration required for tours on Saturday and Sunday (Space for 15 people per tour)
Register online using your City of Richmond Xplor account or by calling 604-276-4300 Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5:00pm.
Choose from a wide variety of activities about the historic Steveston Buddhist Temple, in addition to guided tours of the temple throughout the weekend. The Steveston Buddhist Temple is one of the oldest standing temples in lower mainland. The first temple was built in 1928 and we have been on the present location since 1963. Our temple has been a part of the rich cultural mosaic of Steveston for many decades.
Drop-in Saturday
11:00AM Japanese Pastry Making Demonstration
11:30AM Buddhist Flower Arrangement Presentation
1:00PM Seiza Meditation Session
3:00PM “The ABC of Buddhism”
Drop-in Sunday
10:30AM Morning Service
1:00PM Seiza Meditation Session
3:00PM “The ABC of Buddhism”
Learn about the culture and history of the Japanese Canadian community in Steveston through the Steveston Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre, home to the Steveston Japanese Language School and Nikkei community programming. Explore the possibility of learning Japanese language and culture through the Steveston Japanese Language School. Take home a Japanese paper craft created by you!
Access the building behind the Steveston Martial Arts Centre.
View the unique works of two Richmond artists: Shamsi Ashti, a talented sculptor from Iran who is working on her live sculpture that explores human relationships with the shrinking wilderness, and Jenifer Gustavsen who will be painting live with absolutely stunning realistic results. Visit the bustling community hub and home to the Steveston Museum, Steveston Village Post Office, and a community Pop Up Art space curated by the Steveston Historical Society.
Experience authentic interurban rail travel and learn about early transportation in Richmond at the Steveston Tram museum. Climb aboard Tram Car 1220, one of the original trams that ran on Richmond’s rail system. Talk with tram restoration volunteers and discover the stories of how they helped to restore Tram Car 1220 to its original brilliance. Kids will enjoy restoring railway spikes and exploring the exhibits with a scavenger hunt.
Discover the many types of services our Immigrant Settlement and Integration Program offer to newcomers, seniors and women at S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Richmond Service Centre. S.U.C.C.E.S.S. provides essential information about government services and connects community members with key resources in the community. Services are free for eligible immigrants and their families and are offered in many languages.
Established in 1997 by Artistic Director, Sudnya Mulye, Sudnya Dance Academy specializes in Bharata Natyam, one of the eight classical dances of India. Learn more about this dance that is known for its intricate footwork, expressive hand gestures, graceful movements, and elaborate facial expressions with this short video.
This site is not open to the public during Doors Open.
Take a tour of the Blue Cabin Floating Artist Residency and learn about the rich history of the space and the sustainable features of its deckhouse, see the current Sovereign Waterways art installations, and get a glimpse into upcoming residencies and public programs. The Blue Cabin provides artists with the time, space and support to make work while providing the public with a distinct and diverse perspective of our heritage.
Discover the vibrant world of Turkish art and culture and immerse yourself in traditional Turkish crafts, savoury cuisine, and captivating performances with live music and folk dance. Join us in building a culturally rich community in BC. Engage in our vibrant community and celebrate the rich heritage of Turkiye.
Activities take place in the Cultural Centre Annex Lounge.
Write your name in the Cyrillic alphabet, witness the intricate art of creating pysanky, and enjoy sampling traditional Ukrainian cuisine. Learn about the various Ukrainian events that are open to the public throughout the year and experience Ukrainian culture, history and art. Journey through an exhibit illustrating the arrival of Ukrainians to Canada and learn about how Ukrainian heritage and culture are being preserved and shared within the community.
43. Vedic Cultural Centre | NEW, PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Enjoy a guided tour and explore a colourful display of statues representing Hindu gods and goddesses. Learn more about this ancient faith and how it is practiced. Vedic Cultural Centre is open to everyone, regardless of race or creed and has an exuberant display of statues representing gods and goddesses from the Hindu pantheon of deities.
Please call 604-270-7672 if you have questions about the Vedic Cultural Centre. Tour booking information is below.
Shoes must be removed upon entry and no food should be brought into the building. The building is closed from 12:00 – 2:00PM.
Pre-registration required for tours (Space for 30 people per tour)
Register online using your City of Richmond Xplor account or by calling 604-276-4300 Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5:00pm.
