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Education Kit: Steveston Stories

Grades K-3

Learn how one person can make a difference. Explore the history of the citizens in Steveston who contributed to their community. Through the examples of Dr. Richard Whitefield Large (1874–1920),...

Artefacts and books from the Steveston Stories education kit on display on a white table

Learn how one person can make a difference. Explore the history of the citizens in Steveston who contributed to their community. Through the examples of Dr. Richard Whitefield Large (1874–1920), Tomekichi Homma (1865–1945) and Hide Hyodo Shimizu (1908–1999) this kit explores the various ways they shaped the history of Richmond and of Canada.

Big Ideas:

  • Local actions have global consequences, and global actions have local consequences. Individuals have rights and responsibilities as global citizens.

For more information and how to book, visit the Richmond Museum website, or contact britannia@richmond.ca.