The Slocum House Lights Up Downtown Vancouver | Historic Landmark Gets a Brilliant Upgrade

The Slocum House Lights Up Downtown Vancouver | Historic Landmark Gets a Brilliant Upgrade

The Slocum House, one of Vancouver’s most cherished historic landmarks, just got a brilliant upgrade, literally! Thanks to a partnership between Vancouver’s Downtown Association, Vancouver Farmers Market, Frontdoor Back, City of Vancouver, and Kaski Electric, this 19th-century gem glows with new life through a dynamic exterior lighting installation.

Once the heart of a residential district in old Vancouver, the Slocum House is the last remaining building of its kind in the area. Built around 1867 by Charles and Laura Slocum, the home showcases a distinctive Italianate style, complete with a striking octagonal cupola, an elegant veranda, and the signature “widow’s walk” adoring its rooftop. In 1966, the house was relocated one block to save it from demolition, and today, it proudly stands at 605 Esther Street near Esther Short Park.

The recent lighting enhancements include:

• Ridge lighting
• Pedestrian-oriented lighting
• A newly lit “watchtower”
• Recessed accents

These thoughtful additions beautify the Slocum House after dark and contribute to the vibrancy and safety of the downtown experience. Making it a must-see destination for evening strolls. While the house itself isn’t open to the public, it currently serves as the home of the Vancouver Farmers Market’s offices, continuing its legacy as a community-centered space.

Come visit after sundown and see this piece of history shine like never before.

Learn more about the Vancouver Downtown Association’s Clean & Safe Program at www.vdausa.org/cleansafe

Watch our comprehensive video on the project: https://www.instagram.com/p/DI4RYCszs_m/