Events

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 have visited in which there is no public library.” This was not the first nor the last complaint of this nature. Every since the railway’s […]

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, music, acting and dance. It has historically reflected cultural diversity, incorporating elements from different traditions and artistic styles from around the world. Here in Cranbrook, […]

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 of a CPR train leads to a dramatic shootout at the Bellevue Café between police officers and two of the three Russians bandits, recently arrived […]

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 History Themed Camp! Our Wildlife Spring Break Camp invites participants to explore nature, discover amazing animals, and become junior wildlife explorers. Participants will investigate animal tracks […]

March 23 - 27 Spring Break Survival Camp: Adventure Awaits! This Spring Break, trade screens for skills and turn kids into confident outdoor adventurers! Our Human vs Wild; Survival Themed Camp is packed with hands-on challenges, teamwork, and unforgettable fun. Kids will learn real-world survival skills - from building shelters and tying knots to navigating […]

Join us 7-9 pm Friday March 27 or Saturday March 28 aboard the Trans Canada Limited for a very special tour featuring custom cocktails inspired by each historic train car! […]