Conductors Summer Camp | August 25–29, 2025

Cranbrook History Centre 57 Van Horne Street South, Cranbrook, British Columbia, Canada

Full steam ahead for a week of train-themed excitement! Campers will tour our historic railcars, enjoy exclusive access to the Model Train Gallery, and get creative with crafts and games inspired by the world of rail. Sergeant Garrison Barkway of the CPKC Rail Police will join us for a special session on train safety and […]

Ed Talk: Watercolours with Weeds

Royal Alexandra Hall 57 Van Horne Street S, Cranbrook, British Columbia, Canada

Join us and Brittany Eliadis, EKISC Education & Outreach Manager, for an engaging Watercolours with Weeds Ed Talk and workshop - where art meets action! We’ll begin with a short introduction to the East Kootenay Invasive Species Council (EKISC) and why managing invasive plants matters. You’ll get a crash course in Invasive Species 101, then […]

FREE

Toddler Tuesday: All about Apples

Cranbrook History Centre 57 Van Horne Street South, Cranbrook, British Columbia, Canada

Toddler Tuesday is back for the fall—and we’re kicking off the season with a sweet and playful morning all about apples! Join us for apple-themed stories and crafts as we celebrate the season of crunchy leaves and fresh harvests. It’s going to be an apple-tastic time for little ones to learn, create, and play. Toddler […]

FREE

Video Game Nights at the History Centre

Cranbrook History Centre 57 Van Horne Street South, Cranbrook, British Columbia, Canada

This year, we’re bringing the excitement of local video game tournaments to Cranbrook! Join us for Video Game Nights at the History Centre, where you can compete in different tournaments each week or just enjoy the action as a spectator. Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or new to the scene, this is your chance to […]

$10

70s Dance Party at the History Centre

Royal Alexandra Hall 57 Van Horne Street S, Cranbrook, British Columbia, Canada

Get ready to boogie! We're turning back the clock for a groovy night of disco, funk, and 70s flair at the Cranbrook History Centre. Break out the bell bottoms, glitter, and platform shoes — Just Music will be spinning all your favourite hits from the decade that brought us Donna Summer, ABBA, and the Bee […]

$10

Ed Talk: The Distance with Judy Pollard

Royal Alexandra Hall 57 Van Horne Street S, Cranbrook, British Columbia, Canada

Join us for an evening of historical storytelling as local author Judy Pollard reads from her book The Distance — a powerful true tale of immigration, resilience, and justice in early 1900s British Columbia. Set against the rugged backdrop of southern BC, The Distance follows two young Swiss men lured to Canada by promises of […]

FREE

Fall Follies Day Camp

Cranbrook History Centre 57 Van Horne Street South, Cranbrook, British Columbia, Canada

Join us for a full day of apple-themed fun at the History Centre! Kids will dive into the world of apples through exciting games, crafts, experiments, stories, videos, and outdoor exploration. From learning fun facts about this classic fall fruit to hands-on activities that spark curiosity and creativity, it’s a camp experience filled with autumn […]

$45

Toddler Tuesday: All Aboard for Storytime

Join us for another fun-filled Toddler Tuesday—this time, we’re going full steam ahead with a train-themed adventure! In partnership with the Cranbrook Public Library, this session features train-themed stories and crafts inside one of our historic railcars. It’s the perfect way to spark imagination and celebrate the joy of learning through play! Toddler Tuesday is […]

FREE

Toddler Tuesday: Gobble Gobble Storytime

Join us for fun-filled Toddler Tuesday—this time, we’re going full steam ahead with a train-themed adventure! In partnership with the Cranbrook Public Library, this playful Thanksgiving-themed session with silly turkey tales, fall crafts, and lots of giggles is perfect for toddlers ready to gobble up some fun! Toddler Tuesday is designed for children ages 0–5, […]

FREE

Fall Follies Day Camp

Cranbrook History Centre 57 Van Horne Street South, Cranbrook, British Columbia, Canada

Gobble up a day of fun at the History Centre! This camp is all about turkeys — from fun facts and games to themed crafts, experiments, stories, videos, and outdoor exploration. Kids will learn while playing, creating, and discovering just how fascinating these feathered friends really are. 8:30am-4:00pm Ages 5-10 $45/day + gst  

$45