Episode #33
Heritage Heroes
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Episode Guests:
Brian & Lisa Pochnavy: Trout Lake Windsor Hotel
Ferdy Belland: Cranbrook Armand Theatre
Michael Guthrie: Kaslo Langham Cultural Centre
Kelvin McKay: Happy Hans volunteer
Marie Stang: Kimberley District Heritage Society
Episode Overview
Restoring, maintaining, and preserving buildings and landmarks from another time is no easy task. It often rests on the shoulders of a few dedicated individuals who see great value in ensuring the legacy of our past is preserved. Our resident historian Greg Nesteroff introduces us to the people and projects that keep our history alive and kicking.
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