Ashcroft Museum
"Located in the brick "Dominion" building, built in 1917, the Ashcroft Museum is located at the corner of Brink and 4th Street. Originally the Village Post Office, the Ashcroft Museum moved into the building in 1980.
Considered one of the best museums located in any BC Village, the collection includes artifacts that date back to the early 1900's and and bears witness to Ashcroft's "Glory Days". Displays honour the local Indigenous People, the Chinese community and other pioneers of the area.
Ranching, sports, and fossils exhibits are featured on the top floor, as well as one of the most popular displays “the coal mine.” The museum also features a changing display, and each year something new is showcased! The Museum also has extensive archives relating to the history and its pioneer families, and Museum staff is happy to assist visitors who are looking for information.
Entrance to the Museum is by donation and a lift enables visitors with mobility issues to access the main floor."
Source: Ashcroft, BC
"Wednesday is baking day"
The aroma of fresh baking bread brings anticipation for those eagerly awaiting.
This Perfection stove is in good condition with four small cook surfaces and an oven with Perfection on the door. In 1925 the Cleveland Metal Products Co. changed their name to Perfection Stove Company. This Perfection stove is circa 1925.
Best Bread
1965
2 c. boiling water
1 c. oatmeal
2 pkg. yeast
1/3 c. warm water for yeast
1 tsp. salt
1/2 c. honey
2 tbl. butter
4 to 5 c. flour
Oil
2 c. boiling water pour over 1 c. oatmeal and let stand until softened.
Proof 2 pkg. yeast or 2 tbls. in 1/3 c. warm water.
Combine 1 tbl. salt, 1/2 c. honey and 2 tbls. butter in a separate bowl.
Place 4 to 5 cups of flour in large bowl. Add the three mixtures and knead until smooth.
Oil top and let double in bulk, punch down and divide in two parts.
Put in bread pans and let rise to fill pans.
Bake 325° for about 50 minutes.