About the Program
Please note: Machines at work will be unavailable for booking between September 24th to November 6th, 2024 to make way for our annual Haunted Sea event.
Examine the simple machines found in our one-of-a-kind restored canning line and Herring Reduction Plant in Machines at Work!
Machines make the assembly line process faster, safer, and less labour intensive. Six simple machines can be found by examining the machines along the Canning Line and the Herring Reduction Plant.
Watch as the machines come to life on our Canning Line, then put your learning to work by exploring the components and operation of the technology in our Herring Reduction Plant.
Program Details
What to Wear
The Cannery is a historical site built on top of water, and does not have indoor heating. Please dress warmly! It can be very cool inside even when the temperature is pleasant outdoors.
Name Tags
The interpreters appreciate student name tags to help with asking questions, but this is not a requirement.
How to Pay
• Payments are required on or by the day of the program.
• Cash, Visa, MasterCard, Debit or a cheque (made out to the “Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society”) are accepted.
• We are unable to provide change for cheques, so please ensure that the totals are up to date.
• Please make sure to check in at the Front Desk to make your payment prior to the program.
Maximum Size
Please contact us to confirm.
Frequently Asked Questions
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