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On opening day August 21, 1909, over 7,000 horseracing fans packed the Minoru Racetrack’s grandstands and clubhouses, arriving from all over the Lower Mainland in vehicles and on special Interurban trams. Named after King Edward VII’s 1909 Epsom Derby winning horse, Minoru, the one-mile oval track was known as the best thoroughbred horse racetrack on […]

A Civic Legacy Welcome to the Brighouse District! This is a fascinating place. The Richmond Museum invites you to explore the history and diversity of the Brighouse District through this self-guided historical walking tour. This is a family friendly walking tour and will take approximately 1-2 hours. Please respect private property and obey all posted […]