Billy Barker's Gold Mine

Billy Barker's Gold Mine, located in Barkerville, British Columbia, is a historic site linked to the Cariboo Gold Rush of the 1860s. Named after Billy Barker, a prospector who struck a significant gold deposit, the mine symbolizes the excitement and challenges of gold mining during that era. Barker’s discovery led to a surge of prospectors to the region, transforming Barkerville into a bustling mining town. Today, the site serves as a museum, preserving the history of the gold rush and offering visitors insights into 19th-century mining practices and early Canadian pioneer life.