According to The Abbotsford News “ In celebration of B.C. Heritage Week, the Sikh Heritage Museum in Abbotsford opens its doors to those interested in learning and experiencing Sikh culture.
The event, called Unfolding the Layers of Migration, is part of an open house hosted by University of Fraser Valley’s South Asian Studies Institute to coincide with heritage week from Feb. 19 to 25.
“The Sikh Heritage Museum is a touchstone of history, heritage and culture for the Sikh community in the Fraser Valley and beyond to all parts of B.C.,” says UFV associate professor Satwinder Bains.
Located at 33089 South Fraser Way, the Gur Sikh Temple is the oldest existing gurdwara in North America – first opened in 1911 – and the only temple of its kind outside of India and Pakistan to be designated a national historic site.
The event is scheduled for Feb. 20, and will include:
• 1 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. – transnational marriage exhibit viewing
• 1:30 to 2 p.m. – introduction and talks
• 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. – film screenings followed by Q & A
Those interested are also invited to enjoy a meal from noon to 1 p.m. at the Khalsa Diwan Society, located across the street from the temple.
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