Langley Heritage Society Celebrates 40 Years Preserving Langley’s History September 19th will mark 40 years since a handful of people gathered to create the Langley Heritage Society. They were dedicated to the idea of preserving local historic buildings, natural landscapes and historic roads, at a time when urbanization was ramping up in the Fraser Valley. Society volunteers have spearheaded and assisted with dozens of restoration projects. From the classic 1915 CNR Station in Fort Langley, to Sperling Church, historic Michaud Housein Langley City, Karr/Mercerbarn at Derby, to the Lochiel Schoolin Campbell Valley Regional Park. Many of these structures had been neglected, vandalized or faced demolition,  but each has new life.  Key partnerships with the Township of Langley, Langley City, Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Canadian National Railways and community groups underscore the society’s success. Most buildings also have tenants living in them who care deeply about these heritage structures. This innovative model for [...]