Bonnyville & District Museum

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  • Experience the diverse history of Bonnyville

    Why Go?
    Come visit the picturesque 3 acres of Bonnyville & District Museum. It features thirteen buildings including 2 churches, a replica of Durlingville School House, a 1920s store, a representation of Angus Shaw’s North West Trading post, the Bonnyville water tower, and house from 1907, and even more. Learn all about pioneer life in the early 20th century, and about the first settlers in Bonnyville!

    Now open 7 days a week, you can bring the whole family to explore the grounds and learn about the town’s rich regional history. The museum has fun events happening all summer, so make sure to check out their Facebook and website for all the details.

    Plan your trip today!

    What’s Unique?
    To save your memories of your educational visit, you can take a picture with the 7-metre tall statue of late 1700s fur trader Angus Shaw!

     

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