# Event Details - **Event Name**: Connecting with Coquitlam's Past - A Free Exhibit Opening Party - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Coquitlam Heritage Society & Coquitlam Grill are celebrating the launch of their new collaborative exhibit!About this EventCoquitlam Heritage Society and Coquitlam Grill have worked together to create a new, permanent exhibit of archival photos & select artifacts, allowing patrons to connect with our city’s history while dining at the iconic Coquitlam establishment. Items on display include images of firefighters and police officers & cooking tools from early in Coquitlam’s history.In celebration of the exhibit, the two organizations will be hosting a free opening party! Guests will be able to mingle and enjoy refreshments while taking in the displays. Those over 19+ will also receive a drink ticket upon arrival!Thursday, April 30th from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PMFree. All Ages.Registration required. Coquitlam Grill, 2635 Barnet Hwy #108, CoquitlamAbout Mackin House Museum:Mackin House Museum (operated by Coquitlam Heritage Society) is a museum based out of a 1909 Heritage House originally belonging to the Sales Manager of the Fraser Mill. The house now serves as a community event space, hosts exhibits, and generally works to share the joint culture and history of the diverse city of Coquitlam.Become a Member:Support Mackin House Museum today by becoming a member! Members receive benefits like 10% off all paid events and workshops, complimentary private tours, and unlimited free admission to the Museum. Memberships start as low as $10 and support the Museum's programming and archival work.To learn more or purchase, visit our website. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/coquitlam/connecting-with-coquitlams-past-a-free-exhibit-opening-party/100001986272148465 - **Event Categories**: Workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Coquitlam - **state**: BC - **country**: Canada - **location**: The Coquitlam Grill - **lat**: 49.2785008 - **long**: -122.8143396 - **full address**: The Coquitlam Grill, 2635 Barnet Highway, Coquitlam, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Connecting with Coquitlam's Past - A Free Exhibit Opening Party - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/3c4c72ae424227668eb2b90212abfa80eb859ef4c3774977da36c07a32a44a7a-rimg-w1200-h600-dc2f325e-gmir.jpg?v=1775638107 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Connecting with Coquitlam's Past - A Free Exhibit Opening Party being held? - **A:** Connecting with Coquitlam's Past - A Free Exhibit Opening Party takes place on Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 pm at The Coquitlam Grill, 2635 Barnet Highway, Coquitlam, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing Connecting with Coquitlam's Past - A Free Exhibit Opening Party? - **A:** Connecting with Coquitlam's Past - A Free Exhibit Opening Party is organized by Coquitlam Heritage Society. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Connecting with Coquitlam's Past - A Free Exhibit Opening Party is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Coquitlam, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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