The public is once again invited to learn about Richmond's maritime history including its multicultural aspects.
The 21st annual Richmond Maritime Festival, which will run on Aug. 24 and 25 at Britannia Shipyards, will include immersive performances, celebrating the culture of Japanese, Chinese, Indigenous and European workers.
The free event also includes themed music, art, puppet shows, community exhibits and more.
Those who are interested in heritage boats will be able to walk down to the docks to see restored vessels.
This includes the 102-year-old SS Master tugboat, the oldest working wooden-hulled steam-powered tug in the world, as well as the MV Gikumi, a vessel with more than 70 years of continuous use.
For those interested in arts and crafts, artists at the festival will engage in hands-on activities with attendees, from crocheting sea creatures to creating origami.
Several local groups will perform at the community stages during the two-day event, such as singer Norine Braun, Yuki the Juggler, and other acts scattered throughout the historical site.
More than 10 food trucks will be at the event, with picnic tables also available for those who wish to bring their own food.
Steveston-based Maya Callaghan was selected as the winner for this year’s signature artwork contest out of nearly 50 submissions from artists across Metro Vancouver.
Her piece was inspired by the 2014 film Song of the Sea and role-playing games, conveying the esthetics of the festival.
The maritime festival is organized by the Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site Society and the Richmond Arts Coalition.
It runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Britannia Shipyards.
For more information, visit the Richmond Maritime Festival website.
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