Barkerville Gold Rush National Historic Site

Barkerville Gold Rush National Historic Site is located in British Columbia, Canada, and preserves the history of the North Cariboo Gold Rush of the 1860s. Once a bustling boomtown, Barkerville became one of the largest settlements in British Columbia during the gold rush. Today, it features restored buildings, interpretive exhibits, and costumed interpreters who bring the past to life. Visitors can explore the rich history of mining, commerce, and daily life from that era, making it a significant site for understanding the impact of gold mining on the region and Canadian history as a whole.