Exhibits

Summer of 2013

On the Air: Live from the Burnaby Village Museum

 

Visitors can experience the golden age of radio. The Museum will be broadcasting from our very own station to vintage radios located throughout the 10-acre heritage village.

Archival sound recordings ranging from advertising jingles to radio plays and news items will be broadcast, as well as live performances, on the spot interviews with Museum visitors, and guest appearances from a variety of local personalities. Hands-on displays and activities will provide opportunities to learn about early radio technology, including creating sound effects.

There will be days when the broadcasting booth will be recording and transmitting LIVE music and stories to Museum visitors. Otherwise, pre-recorded broadcasts will be heard in the various radios throughout the Village.

What's Playing on Radio BVM

Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday: Tune in to a potpourri of news, music, and entertainment from the 1920s and 1930s. Don't miss the "looking back" story at 11:30 and 2:30, featuring contemporary speakers reflecting on the history of Burnaby.

Thursday: The Radio BVM host and producer are in the Stride Studios broadcast booth conducting interviews, playing music, and recreating a day in the life of a 1920s/1930s station. Check the schedule for special guest appearances every Thursday.

Friday: The Radio BVM host and producer are in the Stride Studios broadcast booth recreating a day in the life of a 1920s/1930s station. Every Friday from 2-3pm, the Radio Host will be out on site for our "In the Field" segment, interviewing visitors, staff and volunteers.

Saturday: The Radio BVM host and producer are in the Stride Studios broadcast booth recreating a day in the life of a 1920s/1930s station. Don't miss your opportunity to be a radio star! Be at the Stride Studios station at 12 or 2:30pm to participate in an interview, a news reading or a radio play, to be broadcast later on Radio BVM.

Special Radio Guests  May

On-going

General Store
Window displays include "Rogers Golden Syrup". A product introduced in 1913 by the BC Sugar Company.

Seaforth School
This school building opened in Burnaby in 1922 with 20 students. It was located on the north side of Burnaby Lake at Government Street and Piper Avenue.

C.W. Parker Carousel
In the Carousel Pavilion, learn about the history of the C.W. Parker Carousel and see photographs of the factory where it was made. A new exhibit features touch screen computers where you can discover more information about your favorite horse. Also, try out the new postcard kiosk. Take a digital photograph of yourself to share with your friends by email or Facebook. And, don't forget to take a whirl on the carousel!

Interurban Tram 1223
Interuban 1223, the Museum's restored electric tram, was built 100 years ago in 1912. At the tram barn, visitors can tour the tram and see photographs of the construction of the century-old machine.