Events

In collaboration with our partner the Cranbrook Public Library.  Storytime will be held in our famous Paleontology room, literally amongst Dinosaur fossils!  Followed by a fun and family-friendly Dinosaur themed activity. Toddler Tuesday is designed to offer a fun, welcoming environment where children can learn through play and hands-on activities.   REGISTER HERE If spots fill up, […]

In Partnership with CBAL, Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy.  Theme is Once Upon a Valentines.  Celebrate the upcoming holiday with us as we explore Valentines themed Crafts and Storytime.   Held in the historic and elegant Alexandria Hall. Toddler Tuesday is designed to offer a fun, welcoming environment where children can learn through play and hands-on […]

Pottery has played a crucial role in human history, serving as a vital resource for archeologists in understanding ancient cultures and daily life. Pottery is not only functional but also a medium for artistic expression, reflecting cultural identities. We will also explore how to make paint using natural resources. For instance, the Ktunaxa used Namita […]

Love Your Museum! Join us for an opportunity to learn more about your local museum and the work we do to preserve and share our community’s history. On February 14, 2026, we invite you to attend our Open House at the Cranbrook History Centre, featuring information tables you can explore at your own pace. Stop […]

In Partnership with Cranbrook Public Library. Theme is Trains, specifically Circus trains. Choo-choo! Join us at the Cranbrook History Centre for a train-tastic morning of fun in one of our […]

In 1912, a visitor to Cranbrook felt “something is wrong with the people.” He lamented “In all my travels over British Columbia…Cranbrook is the only city of importance which I […]

The circus is one of the purest and most universal forms of entertainment. The circus has become a unique art form that combines diverse disciplines such as acrobatics, juggling, contortion, […]

Rough & Messy Justice brings to life the Rocky Mountains' Crowsnest Pass of 1920, a place of rugged geography, a mining economy, and diverse culture. Against this backdrop, an armed robbery […]

March 16 - 20 Spring Break Wildlife Camp: This Spring Break, young explorers are invited to step outside and discover the wonders of the natural world at our Wildlife & Natural […]