The Fort Museum of the North West Mounted Police and First Nations Interpretive Centre is located at Fort Macleod, Alberta and is one of the main attractions in southern Alberta. The museum includes 8 buildings, over 9,000 artifacts, and an archival collection. The museum houses two of the oldest buildings in the area that are restored on their original sites: the Fred Kanouse trading cabin and Frederick Haultain’s law office.
Visit the museum to view the NWMP Musical Ride or to participate in our educational school program and the Groom-A-Horse program. Through our programs we aim to educate, entertain, and provide a unique historical experience!
After learning about Fort Macleod’s unique history, stop at the Visitor Information Centre inside the museum to plan the rest of your trip and take home a souvenir from the Gift Shop.
Trekcetera Museum is home to authentic, original costumes, props and set pieces used on various Star Trek series and movies. In addition to Star Trek we have authentic costumes and props from other movies and TV shows as well as artifacts from real life such as the U.S. 7th Cavalry and R.M.S. Olympic - Titanic's twin sister ship. The museum boasts an interesting lobby with additional displays and also contains a gift shop.
Welcome to the Museum of the Highwood where we gladly encourage you to relax, see the amazing exhibits we have on display, and check out our lovely gift shop! The museum also has a lovely play area for the children to enjoy themselves in so they won't get bored inside. In addition to it all, the Museum of the Highwood also serves as High River's Visitor Information Centre where we will gladly help answer your questions and provide up-to-date information and recommendations on what to do within town and the surrounding area!
The Gem of the West Museum is one of the largest rural museums in Southern Alberta. It showcases over 15 unique exhibits in 15,000sq.ft., and includes an art gallery and a working blacksmith shop on site.
The Crowsnest Historical Society Was Formed In 1973 By A Group Of Concerned Citizens Who Recognized The Need To Preserve The Unique Cultural History Of The Crowsnest Pass Which Was Quickly Disappearing. The Crowsnest Historical Society Is A Recogized Not-For-Profit With Canada Revenue Agency, And Has Society Status Under The Alberta Societies Act.