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The Peace Arch (French: Arche de la Paix) is a monument situated near the westernmost point of the Canada–United States border in the contiguous United States, between the communities of Blaine, Washington and Surrey, British Columbia.
The International Peace Arch is a 67-foot dramatic white arch that rises from the green lawns and flowering gardens on the U.S.-Canada border at Blaine. It is the iconic feature of this Washington Historical State Park, which is devoted to peace and serenity.
Peace Arch Historical State Park and Peace Arch Provincial Park are jointly managed and maintained by Washington State and The Province of British Columbia. The historic park is one of the world's first International Peace Parks created on a boundary between nations.
Blaine. - Peace Arch. Hours of Operation: 24 hrs/day. Date: 6/16/2024. Passenger. GENERAL. READY. NEXUS. Current Wait: 15 min At 11:00 pm PDT, 2 lanes open.
The International Peace Arch is one of the few landmarks in the world listed on the National Historic Registries of two different countries. The history of the Peace Arch reflects more than our past; its existence gives meaning to our present.
Peace Arch Park is an international park consisting of Peace Arch Historical State Park in Washington, United States and Peace Arch Provincial Park in British Columbia, Canada.
Welcome. PEACE ARCH STATE PARK | SPRING HOURS (USA Park) Open Daily from 8 am to Dusk (30 minutes before dark) PEACE ARCH PARK SNACK & GIFT SHACK (USA Park) Open Friday, Saturday & Sunday 11 am to 5 pm. PEACE ARCH INTERNATIONAL PARK. History brochure download.
The Peace Arch is the world’s first monument to peace. Sam Hill, a prominent American businessman, conceived the idea of the Arch. Mr. Hill laid a hollow cornerstone within which he placed a hammered steel box made from the steel of a captured slave ship.
Sep 6, 2021 · One hundred years ago, construction on the Peace Arch in Blaine was completed. On. Sept. 6, 1921, the 67-foot white arch stood tall at the border between the United States and Canada,...
Sep 1, 2021 · The Peace Arch will celebrate 100 years after being dedicated September 6, 1921. Although the full centennial celebration is delayed because of Covid-19, there will be individual activities for people to celebrate on the U.S. side of Peace Arch Park.
