British Colombia Collection

Prince Charles with Princes William and Harry during their skiing holiday in Whistler Mountain Resort in British Colombia, Canada. 26th March 1998

The Princes Arrival at Fredericton, 1860
1577535 The Princes Arrival at Fredericton, 1860; (add.info.: The Princes Arrival at Fredericton, NB.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Forest fire Blues
Yvette Depaepe

Princes William pictured during a skiing holiday with his father Prince Charles and brother Prince Harry in Whistler Mountain Resort in British Colombia, Canada. 26th March 1998

Princes William pictured during a skiing holiday with his father Prince Charles and brother Prince Harry in Whistler Mountain Resort in British Colombia, Canada. 26th March 1998

The Graphic, Front Cover Saturday January 4. 1890, 1890. Creator: Charles Edwin Fripp
The Graphic, Front Cover Saturday January 4. 1890, 1890. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 41. January to June, 1890

Indigenous family on Nootka Island, Canada
6317561 Indigenous family on Nootka Island, Canada. by Kuyper, Jacques (1761-1808) (after); (add.info.: Indigenous family in their village on Nootka Island, Canada)

On a mountain side near Nelson, British Colombia
LLM462740 On a mountain side near Nelson, British Colombia by Copping, Harold (1863-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: On a mountain side near Nelson, British Colombia)

A view of the Parliament House, Victoria, British Colombia
LLM462743 A view of the Parliament House, Victoria, British Colombia by Copping, Harold (1863-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: A view of the Parliament House, Victoria, British Colombia)

Pont Sur La Riviere Du Saumon, Colombie Britannique (colour photo)
2817407 Pont Sur La Riviere Du Saumon, Colombie Britannique (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pont Sur La Riviere Du Saumon)

Two Young Hyda Men, 1855 / 1869. Creator: George Catlin
Two Young Hyda Men, 1855/1869. Stu-ben-sal-la and Lips-lips-ketch equipped for fishing on the Pacific Coast, near Vancouver 1855

A Whale Ashore - Klahoquat, 1855 / 1869. Creator: George Catlin
A Whale Ashore - Klahoquat, 1855/1869. On the western coast of Vancouver, being harpooned 1855

Klahoquaht Chief, His Wife, and Son, 1855 / 1869. Creator: George Catlin
Klahoquaht Chief, His Wife, and Son, 1855/1869. Loon-dogst (chief) with Chin-nee (his wife) and son on the west coast of Vancouver Island. 1855

Flathead Indians, 1861. Creator: George Catlin
Flathead Indians, 1861. Hoogst-ah-a (chief in blanket) and Lee-le (his wife flattening head of infant child)

Mt. Sir Donald, Matterhorn of North American Alps, B. C. Canada, c1930s. Creator: Unknown
Mt. Sir Donald, Matterhorn of North American Alps, B.C. Canada, c1930s. From " Tour of the World". [Keystone View Company, Meadville, Pa. New York, Chicago, London]

The Harbor and Parliament Buildings at Victoria, B. C. Canada, c1930s. Creator: Unknown
The Harbor and Parliament Buildings at Victoria, B.C. Canada, c1930s. From " Tour of the World". [Keystone View Company, Meadville, Pa. New York, Chicago, London]

Tsunami warning road sign, British Columbia, Canada 2018. Creator: Unknown
Tsunami warning road sign, British Columbia, Canada 2018

Stop road sign, British Columbia, Canada 2018. Creator: Unknown
Stop road sign, British Columbia, Canada 2018

Smart car promoting whale watching business in British Columbia, Canada. Creator: Unknown
Smart car promoting whale watching business in British Columbia, Canada

Parking bay for small car, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada 2018. Creator: Unknown
Parking bay for small car, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada 2018

Fire Hydrant in British Columbia, Canada. Creator: Unknown
Fire Hydrant in British Columbia, Canada

Two-way cycle route in Victoria, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. Creator: Unknown
Two-way cycle route in Victoria, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada

Camper trucks, Vancouver Island, British Columbia 2018. Creator: Unknown
Camper trucks, Vancouver Island, British Columbia 2018

Bus on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. Creator: Unknown
Bus on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada

Car Registration plate, British Columbia, Canada. Creator: Unknown
Car Registration plate, British Columbia, Canada

Dry Dock at Esquimalt, British Columbia, c1897. Creator: Unknown
Dry Dock at Esquimalt, British Columbia, c1897. Located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island on the west coast of British Columbia, Canada

Church Built in 1898 at Lake Bennett, Alaska, c1910. [The Gowen Sutton Co. Ltd, Vancouver, c1910]. Despite the postcard caption, Bennett Lake and St Andrews church lie in British Columbia, Canada

Sunset over English Bay, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, c1920s. Artist: Cavenders Ltd
Sunset over English Bay, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, c1920s. From the Colonial Series set of hand-coloured cigarette cards issued with Army Club Cigarettes, Cavanders Ltd, c1920s

Indigenous person of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, 19th century. Artist: Whymper
Indigenous person of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, 19th century

The Western Suburbs of Victoria, Vancouver Island, Canada, c1888. Illustration from The Life and Times of Queen Victoria Vol II, by Robert Wilson, (c1888)

Hotel Vancouver and Courthouse, Canada, c1920s. Cigarette card produced by the Westminster Tobacco Co Ltd, Canada 2nd series

Stanley Park, Vancouver, Canada, c1920s. Cigarette card produced by the Westminster Tobacco Co Ltd, Canada 2nd series

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, c1920s. Cigarette card produced by the Westminster Tobacco Co Ltd, Canada 1st series

Indigenous family in their village on Nootka Island, Canada. From an early 19th century etching by Ludwig Gottlieb Portman, after Jacques Kuyper

Sound Native American maternal statuette, from British Columbia, from the British Museums collection

Native American dance apron showing a fantastic totemic beaver-creature, from British Colombia. Now in the Royal Scottish Museum, Edinburgh

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of British Columbia: From Royalty to Indigenous Heritage" Prince Charles, accompanied by Princes William and Harry, graced the picturesque slopes of Whistler during their exhilarating skiing holiday. The iconic image captured by Charles Edwin Fripp in 1890 showcases a timeless bond between British royalty and the captivating landscapes of British Columbia. Delving deeper into its history, we are transported to Nootka Island, where an indigenous family proudly stands as a testament to the rich cultural heritage that permeates this region. Their resilience and connection with nature exemplify the harmonious coexistence between humans and land. Venturing further inland, we find ourselves on a mountainside near Nelson in British Columbia. The breathtaking view reminds us why this province is renowned for its awe-inspiring natural beauty. Majestic peaks stand tall against azure skies, inviting adventurers from all corners of the globe. A glimpse into urban life takes us to Victoria's Parliament House—a symbol of democracy nestled amidst stunning surroundings. This architectural marvel serves as a reminder that while nature reigns supreme here, civilization thrives harmoniously within it. Pont Sur La Riviere Du Saumon offers a vivid burst of color—an enchanting bridge spanning over pristine waters—a testament to both engineering prowess and artistic expression found throughout British Columbia's diverse landscapes. Yet not all scenes depict idyllic beauty; forest fires ravage these lands periodically—leaving behind scars known as "Forest Fire Blues. " These haunting images remind us of nature's power but also highlight our responsibility towards conservation efforts in safeguarding this precious ecosystem. Tracing back centuries ago through George Catlin's lens, we encounter Hyda men standing proud—guardians of their ancestral traditions—and Klahoquat Chief alongside his wife and son embodying strength passed down through generations. Their stories intertwine with those Flathead Indians who left an indelible mark on history—a tapestry of indigenous cultures woven into the fabric of British Columbia.