Tucked away at the foot of Mount Seymour in North Vancouver, BC, Maplewood Farm has been a beloved community landmark since its opening in 1975. Nestled on the banks of the Seymour River, this charming farm offers a glimpse into the rural past of Vancouver’s North Shore, a rare treasure in an increasingly urban landscape.
The story of Maplewood Farm begins in the early 1900s when Mr. Akiyo Kogo first discovered this idyllic spot. Little did he know that the land he found would become the last remaining farm on the North Shore, standing as a testament to the area’s agricultural heritage.
By the 1920s, the farm had blossomed into a bustling dairy, supplying fresh milk and cream to families from Deep Cove to Lonsdale for nearly three decades. However, as the years passed, agriculture slowly faded from the landscape. By the 1970s, the North Shore had all but lost its farming roots. But thanks to the foresight of the District of North Vancouver, this piece of history was preserved, ensuring future generations could experience a slice of rural life in the heart of an ever-growing urban area.
Officially opened to the public in 1975, Maplewood Farm now welcomes visitors to its 5-acre property, home to a variety of domestic animals and birds. With its focus on education and enjoyment, the farm provides an opportunity to reconnect with the past, offering a peaceful escape into a simpler time, where the spirit of agriculture lives on in every corner of this cherished historic site.
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