About Us
The Cranbrook Archives, Museum and Landmark Foundation
Mandate
The Cranbrook History Centre is an archives dedicated to study and research, and a museum that provides engaging and informative exhibitions and programs focused on the histories, peoples, and stories of Cranbrook and the East Kootenay region.
Mission Statement
Cranbrook History Centre: We believe in the power of history to ignite the imagination, stimulate thought and provide enjoyment. Through our collections and programs we strive to integrate history into the lives of the broadest possible audience, all in accordance with the highest professional standards.
Vision Statement
The Cranbrook History Centre will become a premier destination to showcase natural and human history of the Cranbrook and East Kootenay area.
It will be a facility for the public to share and preserve heritage for present and future generations, and to excite, inspire, and generate educational programs, innovative technologies and leading edge research.
Staff
| Name | Position |
| Honor Neve | Chief Curator |
| Valerie Bourne | Business Manager |
| Don Kirk | Senior Tour Guide |
| Kenny Jewsbury | Senior Tour Guide |
| Melissa Roberts | Visitor Services Assistant |
Board of Directors
| Guy Santucci | President |
| Bob Whetham | Vice President / Train Car Collection |
| Jeanette Sissons | Treasurer |
| Dave Humphrey | Secretary / Archives |
| Jayne Clarke | Royal Alexandra Hall |
| Doug Hamilton | Model Railway |
| Jason Jacob | Paleontology Collection |
| David Morley | |
| Ron Popoff | City Liaison |
| John Porter | Public Funding |
| Doug Thorne | Train Shed Project Manager |
Virtual Tour
Take a virtual tour of the Cranbrook History Center from the comfort of your own computer. While there is nothing quite as exciting as seeing our facility up close and in person, this tour allows you to see what you are missing! Please follow the link below to get to our Google Business Tour, the photos were all professionally done by Jody Wall at Views4business.com