New business featuring guided tours of Chilliwack and its rich history opens for business
CHILLIWACK — Chilliwack resident Michael Berger has parlayed a passion for art and history into a niche business that aims to enchant and educate visitors to Chilliwack about its storied past.
Berger has opened Chilliwack Tours, a new business committed to showcasing the rich history, vibrant public art and colorful murals through immersive 60-90 minute walking tours that illuminate hidden gems and cultural treasures of Chilliwack.
“Chilliwack is a city with a rich tapestry of history and a thriving artistic and creative scene,” said Berger, founder of Chilliwack Tours. “After volunteering as a tour guide at the 2023 Chilliwack Mural Festival, I noticed the reactions I received when I shared historical tidbits of Chilliwack along with the incredible stories and vibrant art that often go unnoticed. These tours are a way to celebrate our city’s heritage and connect people to the artistic heartbeat of Chilliwack.”
Chilliwack Tours says it collaborates closely with organizers of the Chilliwack Mural Festival, acting as their official tour partner. Spectators who sign up with Chilliwack Tours can expect to visit iconic murals, explore historical landmarks and marvel at the public art installations that differentiate Chilliwack. Berger says each tour is carefully curated to facilitate an engaging, thoughtful experience, making it ideal for history buffs, art aficionados and families alike.