The Nikkei Internment Memorial Centre is a National Historic Site which tells the story of over 22,000 Japanese Canadians who were forcibly relocated during World War II. Located on the site of “The Orchard” internment camp, the NIMC contains original buildings, period artifacts and interpretive displays as well as the Heiwa Teien Peace Garden, designed by the late Mr. Roy Sumi. The site is operated by the Village of New Denver.
Location: 306 Josephine St. New Denver, BC
Open from: May 1 – September 30
Hours of operation: 10:30am-4:30pm
Admission rate: $8.50/adult, $6.50/student or senior, $20/family
For any additional information, please contact nikkei@newdenver.ca
250-358-7288 or the Village of New Denver Office at 250-358-2316 in off season.