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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 …

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

The Cranbrook History Centre (CHC) has completed the process of deaccessioning 9 railcars determined to be historically significant but beyond the resources of the …

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. …

Posted March 16, 2020

Cranbrook History Centre Closed Until Further Notice