Chemainus Attractions

From Duncan follow TransCanada Highway 1 north for 16 km (10 mi.) to Chemainus. Here many of the houses are adorned with larger-than-life size murals illustrating the history of the town, painted by well-known artists. A "Festival of Murals" is held every year in July. Restored Victorian buildings have been turned into restaurants and shops. The big waterwheel in the town center is a relic of the first sawmill, constructed here in 1862.