Heritage Park Historical Village

Heritage Park Historical Village in Calgary, Alberta, is one of Canada’s largest and most popular living history museums. Spanning over 127 acres, the park offers a journey back in time, showcasing life in Western Canada from the 1860s to the 1950s. Opened in 1964, Heritage Park combines historical authenticity with engaging activities, making it a favorite destination for locals and tourists alike.

Heritage Park Historical Village

1900 Heritage Drive SW

Calgary

Alberta T2V 2X3

Canada

www.heritagepark.ca

info@heritagepark.ca

+1 403-268-8500

Fax +1 403-268-8501

Late May – Mid October

  • Daily 09:00 – 17:00
  • Daily 09:00 – 16:00

Admission fee

Gift shop

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Heritage Park Historical Village in Calgary, Alberta, is one of Canada’s largest and most popular living history museums. Spanning over 127 acres, the park offers a journey back in time, showcasing life in Western Canada from the 1860s to the 1950s. Opened in 1964, Heritage Park combines historical authenticity with engaging activities, making it a favorite destination for locals and tourists alike.

Key Features of Heritage Park:

  1. Historical Village:
    • 1860s Fur Trading Fort and First Nations Encampment: Learn about the fur trade and Indigenous cultures in this immersive section.
    • 1880s Pre-Railway Settlement: Experience the early days of settlement with reconstructed buildings like a blacksmith shop, schoolhouse, and pioneer homes.
    • 1900s Prairie Railway Town: Explore a bustling town complete with a working post office, bakery, and general store.
  2. Antique Steam Train:
    • Ride an authentic steam train around the park, a highlight for visitors of all ages.
  3. Gasoline Alley Museum:
    • A showcase of vintage automobiles, de Havilland DH.82C Tiger Moth and memorabilia from the early days of the automobile industry in Canada.
  4. Historical Interpreters:
    • Costumed staff bring history to life by demonstrating daily tasks, trades, and skills from the past.
  5. Working Attractions:
    • Functional businesses, including a bakery, ice cream shop, and printing press, where visitors can purchase handmade goods.
  6. S.S. Moyie Paddlewheeler:
    • A replica of a paddlewheeler used on Western Canada’s lakes, offering scenic boat rides on the Glenmore Reservoir.