British Columbia ÉCONOMUSÉE®

Over the past year André & Associates have been involved in the development of the British Columbia ÉCONOMUSÉE® pilot projects. 

An ECONOMUSEUM^® is a craft or agri-foods business whose products are the fruit of an authentic technique or know-how. The business showcases artisans and craft trades by offering an area for interpreting its production and by opening its doors to the public.   


ECONOMUSEUM^®, which are self-financed through the sale of their products, make an innovative contribution to the cultural tourism sector.  
—http://www.economusee.com/en/


There are 65 ÉCONOMUSÉE® in Canada and Northern Europe.  


This word designates a small, artisanal business, whose operations are not subsidized, and which is recognized for the quality and authenticity of its know-how. Open to the public, the business has special areas for animating and interpreting its art trade by means of pedagogical tools similar to those used in museum interpretation. All of the businesses are self-financed through the sale on site of traditional-style products. —http://www.economusee.com/en/


The first of the pilot projects - Merridale Estate Cidery - will be launched on May 18th.


For more information please visit the British Columbia ÉCONOMUSÉE® and International ÉCONOMUSÉE® sites.