Research & Essays

The essays and presentations included here try to capture some of the diverse aspects of Rossland’s history, including stories not yet incorporated into the “additional content” pages relating to our indoor exhibits, outdoor exhibits, and downtown heritage tour.

Essays have been written by a variety of Museum volunteers and staff. They reflect the varied perspectives of their respective researchers. Enjoy!

British Columbia Firefighters’ Museum
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British Columbia Firefighters’ Museum

A short-lived, well-loved memory from Rossland’s past, the BC Provincial Firefighters’ Museum in Rossland’s heritage firehall garnered positive thoughts from visiting volunteer firefighters and families interested in the art of firefighting, who were delighted with the wealth of information, stories, and objects on display.

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