Inspired by one of the most unusual stories in Cranbrook’s history, this Toddler Tuesday is all about elephants, adventure, and getting a little curious about the world around us. We’ll explore some fun elephant-themed stories and activities designed especially for our youngest visitors, with plenty of opportunities to look, listen, create, and play together. Come […]
What happens when an elephant escapes from a travelling circus and ends up wandering through the streets of Cranbrook? You get one of the wildest stories in our local history! Join us for a day discovering the true story of Cranbrook Ed, the young elephant whose unexpected adventure became a memorable part of Cranbrook's past. […]
Join us for this month's Ed Talk featuring Mara Nelson & the Ktunaxa Nation, who will be discussing the impacts of language loss, and how losing a language can affect one's culture, community, and identity. September 23rd 7-8:30pm Ed Talks are free to attend, but please pre-register HERE.
All aboard! There’s an adventure waiting down the tracks. Train Adventures invites little explorers to discover the sights, sounds, and excitement of the railway through stories and a creative hands-on activity. We’ll look at what makes trains so special, think about the people and places connected by the railway, and have some fun imagining our […]
Pumpkins, autumn leaves, and a whole lot of fun! Pumpkins & Play brings all the best parts of fall together for a morning of seasonal stories, playful exploration, and creativity. Little ones can discover pumpkins, talk about the changing season, and make something special to take home. Whether your favourite part of fall is pumpkins, […]
Get ready for a night of spooky fun, great music, and dancing! Join us October 16 for a Halloween Dance Party featuring music by Just Music. From 7 PM to midnight, hit the dance floor, show off your best costume, check out the themed cash bar and celebrate Halloween with an unforgettable night of music […]
All aboard… if you dare! The 5th annual Fright Train is returning to the Cranbrook History Centre for three nights only: October 21–23! Step aboard the historic Trans Canada train and follow our ghostly guides through seven railcars, each with its own eerie story inspired by folklore. But be warned… not all the spirits onboard […]
The forest is full of trees, plants and animals—but according to folklore, it might also be home to some much stranger creatures! In this day camp, kids will explore forest creatures from folklore and legend, discovering the stories people have told about mysterious beings, unusual animals and creatures said to lurk among the trees. From […]
Hidden creatures are hiding in the stories of our forests! From Sasquatch to mysterious beings found in folklore around the world, there are plenty of strange creatures that people have wondered about, talked about, and passed down through generations. Hidden Creatures invites little explorers to step into the world of folklore with a playful story […]
Join us for this month's Ed Talk, a historic graveyard tour in which we will revisit the lives of those resting in Cranbrook's cemetery. October 28th 4:30-6:00 PM Meet at the Old General Cemetery on Borden Rd W. Ed Talks are free to attend, but please pre-register HERE.