Thirteen new Heritage Educational Signs were officially revealed across downtown Prince George this week, marking some of the important points in the city's history.
Mayor Dan Rogers said the six-month project was important in incorporating heritage values in the downtown design.
"As we move forward as a city, we must reflect, remember and celebrate our heritage," he said.
The Downtown Partnership worked with the Heritage Commission, the Public Library and Exploration Place to produce the new signs, which are a part of the bigger initiative to improve the downtown area.
"The key to success is what occurs within the space. The critical part is to make these improvements, so that we can welcome people back downtown," Rogers said.
The signs cost about $20,000, which was fully paid by the Union of British Columbia Municipalities.
The city has lost many of its historical buildings, and these signs are a way to recognize the past, said heritage committee member Betty-June Gair.
"I'm very proud of our city. We're past all the talk and starting to implement all the ideas we've had for so long, it's great," she said.
The library will be offering walking tours focusing on the history of the downtown area starting July 5. Until then, there are brochures available at the library detailing the location of the educational signs.
