The Douglas Trail was constructed in the fall of 1858. This was the first public works project on the mainland. It was initiated by Governor Douglas to ensure food and freight could be transported to the goldfields inland.
Museum Founder leaves a legacy. Margaret Fougberg passed away on March 8, 2010. She was 99. A service was held on Bowen Island in the church that was built by her father.
She was a remarkable woman and one of the driving forces behind the creation of the Pemberton Museum. She co-authored the book - "Pemberton History of a Settlement".
Several Pemberton freinds and relatives attended and shared thoughts and memories with each other.
Because Margaret was so important to this museum a special memorial newsletter will be prepared so that her journey to leave behind such an important legacy to the community can be shared and celebrated.
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