Members of the Centennial Museum Society of Canmore and interested members of the public are invited to join us for the 2022 Canmore Museum AGM on Thursday, July 14, 2022, at 7:00 PM. The Annual General Meeting will be held in the artsPlace Canmore Theatre, located at 950 8 Ave, Canmore, AB T1W 2T1 MEMBERS...
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...
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...
The mine could be dangerous place to work, and the hours long and arduous. Safety and pay were always an issue. Join us as we kick off the Canmore Heritage Festival with a traditional Ukrainian supper. Learn about the history of the United Miner Workers of America and Local 1387. The evening will finish with...
Bring a blanket or bring a lawn chair and head down to the Canmore NWMP Barracks for the second night of the Canmore Heritage Festival. What better way to kick off the weekend than with a night of great music by talented southern Alberta-based musicians on the Canmore NWMP Barracks grounds. This family-focused evening is...
Canmore has changed a great deal since it was founded in 1883, evolving from a gritty railway depot to a coal mining town and then finally to an international resort destination. As a center first for the railroad and the industry, Canmore was a place where you played hard and worked hard. Like many mining...
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...
<h4>The Canmore NWMP Barracks was built in 1893, making it one of the oldest buildings in the community. Drop into the Restoration Open House to learn about the restoration of the building firsthand from those involved in the restoration of the building over a six-year period. Examine the volumes of meticulous research that guided the...
Canmore has changed a great deal since it was founded in 1883, evolving from a gritty railway depot to a coal mining town and then finally to an international resort destination. As a center first for the railroad and the industry, Canmore was a place where you played hard and worked hard. Like many mining...
A spooketacular night unearthing ghastly ghosts, ghouls, and mysterious events lurking in the shadows of Canmore's historic streets. Explore a local hang-out built on haunted ground, learn of restless spirits shadowing a historic landmark, and brave the unexplained paranormal activity found in the local hotspots. Join us if you dare on a spellbinding outdoor tour...
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...
