All Interpretive Centre

Less than 35 minutes east of Edmonton lies a year-round oasis where bison roam freely, sun glistens off lakes and ponds, and stars light-up the night sky: Elk Island National Park. This gentle wilderness of aspen woodlands, prairie meadows and pockets of wetland is a wildlife-watchers paradise; free roaming bison, elk, deer, moose, and more than 250 bird species call Read more...

A Centre Dedicated to the History and Culture of the Métis Why Go? History buffs will love a trip on the Victoria Trail along the North Saskatchewan River, just 10 miles south of Smoky Lake off Highway 855. Start at Victoria Settlement, where interpreters bring this former Fort and pioneer settlement to life. Work your way west to Metis Crossing Read more...

Where History Comes Alive! Why Go? The region is home to Canada’s premier Ukrainian cultural attraction, Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village. The history of Ukrainians in Alberta stretches back 130 years, when the first Ukrainians to Canada settled in the Edna-Star region (north of Lamont). The story of early Ukrainian settlement and culture is brought to life at the Ukrainian Cultural Read more...

The Beaver Hills Biosphere – living and working in harmony with nature to inspire a positive future. A Remarkable Place A distinct landscape, the Beaver Hills was designated a UNESCO Biosphere in March, 2016. Just 20 minutes east of Edmonton, Alberta, the Beaver Hills Biosphere is an important area of biodiversity conservation. One of only two UNESCO biospheres in Alberta, Read more...

Explore the depths of history at the Sodbusters Archives Museum! Why Go?  They offer history enthusiasts, the young and the seasoned a rich experience. Revel in their ancestor’s ingenuity as you take a stroll through time at the Sodbusters Archives Museum! Located on main street in the Hamlet of Strome, this museum boasts a huge collection from rocks, rock and Read more...

Why Go? Explore Fort George & Buckingham House Interpretive Centre, 13 km southeast of Elk Point via Secondary Highway 646. Take a trip through time and visit this unique historic site, the location of two competing fur trade posts. Wander through the gallery and let modern technology offer you a glimpse of the dreams of Louis, the voyageur. Listen as Read more...

Experience Hands-on History in Bodo! Why Go? The Bodo Archaeological Centre and Site is located 3 hours east of Edmonton and 15 minutes south of Provost on Hwy 899. See an exciting line-up of summer adventures and programs for all ages including daily-guided tours of the site and centre. Programs offer hands-on experience excavating a well-preserved bison bone bed, which Read more...

This century-old Vaudeville theatre, the oldest in Alberta, underwent extensive renovations and was transformed into a state-of-the-art 396-seat multi-function facility. The performance area of the theatre has been restored to its original glory. The Bailey Theatre boasts an intimate stage with historic brick wall feature, as well as state-of-the-art lighting, sound and rigging options. Main floor seating can be arranged to Read more...

Built within a collaborative framework Jeanne & Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre is a unique performing arts venue located on the beautiful, historic University of Alberta’s’ Augustana Campus in the heart of the province. The facility was built through the collaborative efforts of the City of Camrose and the University of Alberta. It was conceived of as a performance space to Read more...