Asian Heritage Month
Posted April 28, 2021
by Mel Toth May is Asian Heritage Month in Canada, an opportunity to look back and recognize the role of people of Asian descent in …
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Cranbrook History Centre Courtyard Project
Posted April 14, 2021
The Cranbrook History Centre is seeking interested parties to submit quotes for an on-site construction project.
April Fools Day in Cranbrook
Posted March 30, 2021
April Fools pranks are sometimes simple “gotcha” moments. Other times they are more elaborate.
Historic Railcar Tours Cancelled
Posted March 30, 2021
As a temporary measure, all tours of the interior of the historic railcars are cancelled.
The CHC Continues to look for Homes for Historic Railcars
Posted March 26, 2021
The CHC invites interested parties to submit a formal expression of interest for the purchase of any, or all, of the historic railcars.
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.
Women’s History Month 2021
Posted February 24, 2021
As late as the early 1900’s, women did not have voting rights, property rights, or even the right to be considered “persons” by law – …
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 …
Thank You, Volunteers
Posted December 29, 2020
The Cranbrook History Centre is a community that is dedicated to the preservation and celebration of our history as well as providing education and engagement.
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 …