Explore the living culture and traditions of the Îyârhe Nakoda peoples at the Indigenous Stories Tipi Program, held on Saturdays throughout the summer at the NWMP Barracks grounds. Step inside the welcoming tipi, where Îyârhe Nakoda interpreters await to share their knowledge and stories. Visitors are invited to engage in casual conversations, learning about the...
Please join us for a Tipi Raising Ceremony to celebrate the start of our Indigenous Stories Tipi Program. Îyârhe Nakoda interpreters will take us through the process and ceremony of raising a tipi, explaining the cultural significance behind the practice. As a participant, you will be encouraged to take part in the raising and experience...
FAMILY PROGRAM: ANIMAL STORIES OF THE BOW VALLEY The eastern edge of the Canadian Rockies is home to elk, cougars, bears, and other wildlife that follow ancient pathways along gentler slopes. Do you want to learn more about the animals and fish that call the Bow Valley home? Join us for a fun family-friendly afternoon...
CANCELLED This event has been cancelled due to insufficient registration. MEMBER MONDAY: TABLE GAMES + TREATS Indulge your sweet tooth and join us for a delightful afternoon at the historic NWMP Barracks for the Canmore Museum's Annual Cookie Exchange! This festive event, exclusively for our cherished museum members, promises a perfect blend of delectable treats,...
MEMBER MONDAY: MAKE YOUR OWN RAG RUG SAMPLE We don’t normally encourage forgeries, but we would love for you to get creative or inspired by some of the Finnish Rag Rugs in our collection. Spend the evening learning about the significance of the Finnish community and the sustainable art of rag rug making. If you...
Join us for a spooktacular Halloween Party at the NWMP Barracks on Saturday, October 28 from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM. You will get the opportunity to tell a spooky story, make Halloween crafts, play games like the Mystery Feel Box, and more! Kids and adults alike are welcome to come dressed up in their...
Join in helping our dedicated garden volunteers celebrate the final harvest of the season at the heritage garden. Each year, the vegetable yield at the Heritage Garden is donated to the Bow Valley Food Bank, helping contribute to food sustainability for vulnerable populations in the Bow Valley. You can learn more about the organization here. ...
Head down to the North West Mounted Police 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 musician, Canmore's own Charlie B. This family-focused evening is free for the public; non-perishable items for the Canmore Food Bank...
Tipi Raising Ceremony NWMP Barracks 609 8th Street, Canmore, Alberta, Canada The community is invited to join with our Stoney Nakoda knowledge keepers Travis Jimmy John and his partner Ranine Ryder for a tipi raising ceremony to launch the Museum’s year’s summer Indigenous Stories program.
Local Seniors' Discount Day! For our local seniors, aged 55 and over, we are offering free admission to the museum and 25% off on all exhibit related items in the gift shop.
Have you ever wanted to experience what it would have been like to be a North West Mounted Police Officer, how they patrolled this vast wilderness? Join us on Sunday, May 21st at the NWMP Barracks Provincial Historic Site where historically costumed members from the North West Mounted Police Commemorative Association will be entertaining visitors...
May 23, 2023 marks the 150th anniversary of the founding of what is known today as the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. In recognition of the long-standing history of the Mounted Police in Canmore and the Bow Valley, the NWMP Barracks Provincial Historic Site and local RCMP detachments invite the community to the Barracks to mark...
