A national event is highlighting historic sites across Thunder Bay.
Historic Places Days is a week-long, national event that shines a spotlight on historic places. People are encouraged to visit these sites and check out the events happening there.
The annual event is organized by The National Trust for Canada, a charity that cares for historic sites, who is in partnership with Parks Canada. This is the event’s eighth year running.
It will be held from July 10 to July 17.
Event organizer, Sonja Kruitwagen says the goal is to bring people together and educate them on Canada’s history.
“We want people to learn about historic sites that they didn’t know about in their neighborhood,” said Kruitwagen.
They have over 800 places listed on the website with a historic story. People can visit the website to find places near them.
In Thunder Bay, Oliver Paipoonge Heritage Park, the Fort William Police Station and the Northwestern Ontario Sports Hall of Fame are featured on the list.
Kruitwagen adds that the event isn’t just about visiting the places, it’s about reading and learning about them.
“It’s a nice way to learn about the history of our country.”
The event also features a photo contest. You can post a photo throughout the week with one of the listed historic places for a chance to win some cash.
The National Trust for Canada is giving away a total of $3000 during the week.
For more information on how to enter the contest, visit the website.