A reconstruction of a typical Doukhobor village, as lived in 1908-1939 showing all of the major buildings, tools, handicrafts, and implements used at that time. Open seasonally from May 1st to September 30th.
Open seasonally from May 1st to September 30th.
Admission:
Adults: $10.00
Seniors: $8.00
Students: $5.00
Membership:
$10/year - see http://doukhobor-museum.org/about/ddc-membership/ for membership details.
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The Doukhobor Discovery Centre (DDC) was the vision and creation of the Kootenay Doukhobor Historical Society (KDHS), incorporated on February 18, 1969.
Mission Statement: To preserve and exhibit the historic cultural heritage and home industries of the Doukhobor peoples in a traditional communal village.
Vision Statement: To develop and maintain a traditional cultural museum and archives of the Doukhobor peoples for future interests and studies through programs of education.
Today the KDHS continues to manage the DDC, however the land and buildings are owned by the City of Castlegar.
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