Be a Part of White Rock’s History

Train Plaques

Celebrate milestones or honour loved ones with a personalized brass train plaque at the White Rock Museum & Archives.

About our train plaque program

The Train Plaque Program offers a unique way to celebrate personal milestones or honour loved ones by engraving their names on a brass plaque. Each plaque is set in a paving stone on the plaza outside the White Rock Museum & Archives, creating a lasting tribute to be cherished for generations.

Order Now

Leave a Lasting Legacy with a Train Plaque

Our Train Plaque Campaign offers a unique opportunity to congratulate, celebrate, commemorate, or honour a loved one with a personalized train plaque by the sea.

The cost to purchase a train plaque is $1,000, with a $500 tax receipt provided to the purchaser. Payments can be made by cash, cheque, Visa, MasterCard, debit in our Museum Gift Shop or by e-transfer to director@whiterockmuseum.ca

This campaign is designed to raise funds for the White Rock Museum &; Archives, a local non-profit organization.

Order now

Creating your train plaque

Submit Your Order

Choose your personalized message and submit your completed order form to the Museum.

Engraving & Placement

Your custom-engraved train plaque is set into a concrete paving stone.

Installation & Display

The finished plaque is proudly installed in the scenic seaside plaza outside the historic White Rock Museum & Archives train station.

Train Plaque Order Form

  • Cost is $1000 per plaque, with a tax receipt in the sum of $500 given to the purchaser
  • Please enter the inscription as it will appear on the plaque, with a maximum 3 lines
  • All letters are upper case 5/16″ in height
  • If one line on your plaque 12 characters or less it can be engraved in a larger 3/8” font
  • The White Rock Museum & Archives reserves the right to reject inappropriate inscriptions
  • Acceptable punctuation and symbols include . , : ; ‘ & ” ( ) ? ! @ $ – / \ =
  • Enter your name, address, city, province, postal code, phone, email address
  • Click on the Submit button to proceed with your order
  • Payment: E-transfer director@whiterockmuseum.ca or finalize payment at the Museum
  • White Rock Museum & Archives will send you a payment receipt and an income tax receipt
  • Plaques will be created once payment has been received
  • If you have any questions, please contact us

    Note: * Denotes required field for income tax receipt purposes


    Send Icon

    Get Involved

    We provide opportunities for individuals to obtain personal growth, learn new skills, and develop a sense of commitment and belonging. Here is your opportunity to volunteer with us behind the scenes or engage with others in the public eye.

    DONATE
    Sponsorships
    Membership
    Volunteer

    Land Acknowledgement

    In Appreciation of the Semiahmoo First Nation and Coast Salish Peoples

    We recognize the enduring connection that these Indigenous communities have to this land and express our gratitude for the opportunity to live, work, and learn in this beautiful area. We honour the rich history, traditions, and cultural heritage. We are committed to fostering a deeper understanding and respect for their contributions to our shared history.

    As we preserve and present the history of White Rock, we strive to include the voices and stories of the Indigenous communities, acknowledging their significant role in shaping the past, present, and future of this region. We are dedicated to building meaningful relationships with Indigenous Peoples and promoting a culture of reconciliation and mutual respect.