Directions to Peace Arch International Park (by Google)
The International Peace Arch
featured in an NBC's Short film!
Tom Brokaw explains the relationship between Canada and The United States,
Tina pre-recorded short film that aired on NBC, prior to the Opening Ceremonies
of the 2010 Winter Olympic Games in Vancouver, British Columbia,
Canada on Feb. 12th, 2010.
The Olympic Torch visited Peace Arch State and Provincial Park's at 7:30 am on February 9th, 2010, in route to the
2010 Vancouver Winter Olympic Games.
We believe the
International Peace Arch and the
Parks Legacy are in danger.
Past, present and futuredevelopment adjacent to
the park has adversely affected the historic site.
Find out how you can help and stop the Peace Arch
from continuing to be a"DRIVE BY" Monument.
Beginning July 1, 2011, you will need to display the Discover Pass
on your vehicle when visiting state recreation lands managed by
the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission, the
Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and
the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW).
Annual pass fee: $30 One-day pass fee: $10
NOTE: PEACE ARCH STATE PARK has a pass purchase
honor system in place. You will find pass information located
at the main park kiosk.
The International Peace Arch is dedicated to the centennial
(1814-1914) of the signing of the Treaty of Ghent. The treaty put an end the war of 1812. The treaty was signed December 24, 1814 between His Britannic Majesty and the President of the United States of America.
Today, the Peace Arch celebrates the tri-lateral friendship between the Britain the United States and Canada. The inscription on the Peace Arch "Children of a Common Mother," is thought to refer to Mother England. More...
