The Canmore Museum is undertaking several heritage planning and development iinitiativesniatives, including a heritage inventory update, the Canmore Mining Heritage Strategy, and a RE-ORG of its collections. Throughout today, join museum staff, contractors, and volunteers to get a behind-the-scenes look at the many projects being undertaken to protect, preserve and promote Canmore's rich cultural and...
Join us on a walk with a knowledgeable guide who will share the fascinating stories of Grotto Canyon from an Indigenous perspective. Grotto Canyon has a long and intimate relationship with Indigenous people from this area. There are important landmarks, signs, and even message boards left on the land that are read in a unique...
h4>On July 23 and 24, explore Canmore's hidden historical, architectural and cultural gems. Buildings that are normally closed to the public, or which charge an entrance fee, will be welcoming visitors to look around for free. Doors Open Canmore coincides with Canada's Historic Places Days with a focus on sustainable and inclusive community and stories....
From the early silent films to the golden age of Hollywood, the Canmore Opera House was once the place where local Canmore residents caught the latest in film entertainment. On Saturday and Sunday of the Canmore Heritage Festival, we are reviving the matinee movie tradition, bringing some of the fun, fabulous movies from the 1950s...
Have you ever wondered how the rugged beauty of Canmore’s mountainous landscape came to be, or how the landscape has shaped the town? Get to know the science behind the area where we live and play a little better with geologist Percy Strong. Our geology and mining walking tour will give insight into the geology...
Join us at the historic Canmore Opera House for a special movie matinee screening of 1922 film The Valley of Silent Men. The event begin with a short introduction to the film by Mary Graham. Following the film screening, there will be a panel discussion including local Indigenous elders and relatives of the original cast members....
