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Junior Paleontology off to a great start thanks to local donation

Posted February 25, 2021

With the receipt of a new donation, we are happy to announce that we will be expanding our Junior Paleontology Summer Camp in 2021.

Posted February 24, 2021

by Mel Toth Women’s rights in Canada have come a long way since the start of the twentieth century. As late as the early 1900’s, …

How the Black Sleeping Car Porters Shaped Canada

Posted January 26, 2021

Black History Month, which has been officially recognized in Canada since February 1995, is a time for us to acknowledge the history and accomplishments of …

Christmas In Cranbrook

Posted November 24, 2020

Cover of The Cranbrook Courier, December 20, 1928 As the holiday season approaches, it’s hard to look forward to Christmas 2020 without comparing it to …

Remembrance Day 2020

Posted November 10, 2020

We may not be gathering to remember this year, but our veterans will not be forgotten. At the Cranbrook History Centre, we remember all who …

CHC’s Deaccessioned Railcars – Invitation to Submit Expressions of Interest

Posted September 16, 2020

Invitation to Submit Expressions of Interest The Cranbrook History Centre (CHC) has completed the process of deaccessioning 9 railcars determined to be historically significant …

Posted August 18, 2020

9 Railcars to be Released from the Cranbrook History Centre Collection *As originally submitted to the Cranbrook Townsman August 17, 2020 The Cranbrook History Centre …

Posted August 6, 2020

Looking for engaging and informative activities to do during a summer of social distancing? The Cranbrook History Centre at 57 Van Horne Street has a …

Posted July 2, 2020

Find more information about what to expect when you arrive and the extra precautions we’re taking to keep our visitors, staff and community safe follow …

Posted May 28, 2020

We Missed You! The Cranbrook History Centre is Open Updated: November 16, 2020 We’re looking forward to welcoming you back to the Cranbrook History Centre. …