Heritage Park
Escape Today and experience history in the making at Heritage Park Historical Village in Calgary, AB.
Visit one of Canada's largest living history museums and step into the past! With more than 180 exhibits, a thundering steam train, paddlewheeler boat, antique midway, roving theatre group, delicious treats and so much more, you will be captivated by the past like never before.
01/08/2024
We’re searching for selfies!
We’re looking for any and all selfies that you’ve taken the Park in celebration of Museum Selfie Day on Jan. 18! The top 10 Heritage Park selfies will be shared across our social channels on Jan. 18, so send your favourites in and keep your eyes peeled for our post on Jan. 18!
To share your selfies with us, simply DM them over or shoot us an email at [email protected].
01/05/2024
Did you know that the Railway Café sells Alberta Bakery goods all year-long?
That’s right! You can enjoy all of your Alberta Bakery favourites anytime! From the freshly baked bread, to our famous cheese buns and cinnamon rolls, Railway Café has it all.
Visit Railway Café from 10am to 4pm daily and don’t forget to take advantage of our free 90 minute parking!
01/04/2024
Plan your perfect wedding at the Park!
Visit our expert event planners at The Wedding Fair - Calgary & Edmonton on Jan. 21! From venues to catering packages and more, our events team is more than happy to help you plan your dream wedding at Heritage Park.
Explore our event offerings at https://bit.ly/4aIu2ko
01/02/2024
‘Pop’ on board a train ride adventure at Day Out With Thomas!
Thomas the Tank Engine is rolling into the station and he’s bringing a bubble bonanza! Day Out With Thomas: Bubble Tour is coming to Heritage Park on May 4 – 5 and 10 – 12 and there’s so much to do:
🚂 Board a train ride with Thomas the Tank Engine
🚂 Meet Sir Topham Hatt
🚂 Pop in the ‘Bubble Zone’ for bubble fun
🚂 Race on bouncy ‘bubble’ balls
🚂 Enjoy family activities and more!
Secure your tickets now at https://bit.ly/3S2iJfD
01/01/2024
Happy New Year, why not make it your Best. Year. Ever?!
With the arrival of 2024, comes our 60th anniversary! We’re so excited to be celebrating this monumental birthday and we can’t wait to share all of our amazing plans for the year with you.
Get your 2024 annual membership at https://bit.ly/44TkNel
12/27/2023
What’s better than brunch?
Absolutely nothing! Celebrate the arrival of 2024 with our delicious New Year’s Day Brunch in Gasoline Alley Museum! Gather up your friends and family and make a last-minute reservation today.
Call 403.268.8500 to make your reservation.
12/26/2023
Happy Kwanzaa!
Did you know that Kwanzaa has been celebrated for nearly 60 years? Originally created in 1966 as a non-Christian holiday celebrating African-American culture, Kwanzaa is a six-day festival that takes place from Dec. 26 to Jan. 1 each year. Despite being created in the United States, Kwanzaa is celebrated in countries all over the world, including Canada!
Learn more about Kwanzaa at https://s.si.edu/3RiR9KB
12/25/2023
Merry Christmas!
We hope you all are having a very happy holiday with your families and we can’t wait to see you at Gasoline Alley Museum when it reopens on Dec. 27!
And don't forget to visit the plaza shops and the Railway Café while you're here!
Get your tickets today at https://bit.ly/41vyBdJ
Planning a wedding?
Heritage Park can help! From timeless venues for any size to custom catering options and more, Heritage Park has everything you need to plan the perfect wedding.
Contact one of our expert event planners today at https://heritagepark.ca/weddings/
12/22/2023
Calling all homeschoolers!
Join us on Jan. 26 for a day of hands-on learning at Homeschooler Days! Experience a variety of curriculum-based school programs with our amazing interpreters who will lead students through activities exploring history.
With different programs supporting students from Grades 1-6, Homeschooler Days are designed to intrigue and excite!
Visit the link in our bio to register today.
12/21/2023
Looking for the Best. Gift. Ever?
Look no further than a Heritage Park Annual Pass! Providing unlimited free entry to the Park, exclusive discounts and more, our annual membership is the gift that keeps on giving!
To gift an entire year of fun, visit https://bit.ly/44TkNel
12/20/2023
Don’t miss these exhibits!
Our two temporary exhibits in Gasoline Alley Museum are leaving at the end of January! Don’t miss out on “Beyond the Run: The Terry Fox Van of Hope Exhibit” and “Those Who Have Seen It Pronounce it Wonderful: A Modernist View of the History of Light” in Gasoline Alley Museum until Jan. 28!
Get your tickets today at https://bit.ly/41vyBdJ
12/18/2023
Celebrate the New Year at Heritage Park!
Kick off the fun with friends at a delicious four-course dinner at the Selkirk on Dec. 31 and then swing by Gasoline Alley Museum on Jan. 1 with the family for New Year’s Day Brunch!
It’s the perfect way to welcome the arrival of 2024. For more info, visit https://bit.ly/45nddHK
12/13/2023
You asked and we answered!
We’ve added a final set of sittings for our Holiday Teas on Dec. 31! Whether you want to enjoy a relaxing tea with friends and family or give the gift of tea this holiday season, our ever-popular afternoon teas will not disappoint.
Experience these final sittings before they sell out, call 403.268.8500 to book yours today!
For more information, visit https://bit.ly/3XaRBvV
12/12/2023
Calling all tech-savvy youngsters!
Our 60th anniversary is next year and we’re searching high and low for memories of Heritage Park in its early days. If your parents or grandparents have any memories of the Park dating back to 1964 that they want to share, help them upload the memories to memoryKPR so we can share them far and wide in celebration of our diamond jubilee.
We’re collecting memories of all kinds, so gather up any photos or videos you can find or record your loved ones recounting their favourite memories for a more personal touch!
Share your Heritage Park memories today at https://bit.ly/3QajMry
12/08/2023
The Coca-Cola Holiday Caravan is coming to town! On Sunday, Dec. 10 make sure to visit Heritage Plaza from 10am-4pm for a free family photo with Santa!
Chag Hanukkah Sameach!
We recently sat down with Heritage Park Interpreters, Irena Karshenbaum and Leslie Levant, to discuss the eight-day Jewish festival on our podcast, Stories From the Park! From dreidels to the hanukkiah and beyond, we learned so much about the history of Hanukkah and we can’t wait for you all to listen.
To listen to the full episode, visit https://bit.ly/3Jm6V3o
Stories From the Park can be found on all podcast platforms.
12/05/2023
Happy International Volunteer Day!
As a registered charity, we know the importance of having a strong base of volunteers and we’re excited to thank all of the amazing people who have dedicated their time to support Heritage Park’s special programming as well as our daily operations. We appreciate all of the hard work our volunteers put in at the Park and we hope they all have a great International Volunteer Day!
To learn more about volunteering at Heritage Park, visit https://bit.ly/3ojL0C0
12/04/2023
Join us for some ho-ho-holiday cheer on Dec. 23!
Experience the enchantment of the season as we invite you to a heartwarming Dinner with Santa at Heritage Park! Indulge in a festive feast and create lasting memories with your loved ones, enjoy a horse-drawn wagon ride and spend some quality time with Santa!
🎄 Event: Dinner with Santa
📅 Date: Saturday, Dec. 23
🕕 Time: 5-7:30pm
For more info, visit https://bit.ly/3MTy7rD
Call 403.268.8500 to make your reservation today!
11/29/2023
Give the gift of Holiday Tea to your loved ones this year!
They’ll enjoy delicious treats from Alberta Bakery, finger sandwiches and warm cups of tea (or apple cider) on Dec. 28-30. Tickets also include admission to Gasoline Alley Museum AND an exclusive coupon to our Plaza shops!
Book a reservation for your favourite tea lover (or yourself) by calling 403.268.8500.
For more information, visit https://bit.ly/3XaRBvV
11/28/2023
This , let’s celebrate the vibrant tapestry of our past and invest in the future of historical trades and learning at Heritage Park! Your support for this important charitable organization ensures these timeless skills and crafts continue to thrive for generations to come.
At Heritage Park, we believe in preserving not just artifacts, but the hands-on knowledge that brings history to life. From Blacksmithing to traditional farming and ranching, these historical trades are more than just skills, they’re a living connection to our heritage.
By contributing today, you’re helping us sustain the workshops and education programs that empower our students to experience the artistry and ingenuity of the past. It fuels the spark of curiosity, fostering the deep appreciation for the craftmanship that has shaped our world.
Every donation is a step towards building a community that values and understands the significance of historical trades.
Click the link to make a difference: https://bit.ly/41fhcWJ
Your donation supporting Heritage Park’s greatest needs gives the Park the flexibility to put your donation to work where it is needed most.
Donate | Heritage Park Heritage Park Historical Village is a charitable organization that relies on your donations. Support the future of Calgary's history museum. Donate today!
Ring in the new year with brunch!
Grab your loved ones and celebrate the arrival of the new year the best way possible, brunch! Enjoy a huge selection of all of your favourite breafast foods as you dine amongst the collection in Gasoline Alley Museum.
For more info, visit https://bit.ly/46sVnDS
Book your reservation for the best brunch in Calgary today by calling 403.268.8500.
Heritage Park Escape Today and experience history in the making at Heritage Park Historical Village in Calgary, AB.
11/24/2023
It’s time for Once Upon A Christmas! We’re excited for all of our guests to kick-off the season with us at Calgary’s favourite family holiday tradition. Our friends are also showing their holiday spirit, with the 502 shuttle running Saturdays and Sundays from Heritage C-Train station, right to the front gate at the Park. It’s a super easy and convenient way to get to celebrate Once Upon a Christmas with your family and friends. We can’t wait to see you!
11/23/2023
Back by popular demand!
Our friendly farm animals are back for Once Upon A Christmas and they're so excited to see you! Swing by Once Upon a Christmas for some one-on-one interaction with these adorable furry friends.
Get your tickets today at https://bit.ly/3QZTYju
11/22/2023
Save big on tickets to Once Upon a Christmas!
To celebrate the return of Once Upon a Christmas, we’re giving you the gift of savings with our Once Upon a Christmas Holiday Bundle: get 4 tickets for just $20! Bringing a bigger group? No problem, simply add additional guests for only $5 each!
And if you’re an annual member, you are absolutely free! It’s the gift of membership at Heritage Park!
Get your holiday bundle of tickets at https://bit.ly/3QZTYju
11/21/2023
Calgary’s favourite family holiday tradition begins this weekend!
Once Upon a Christmas is back at the Park, starting Nov. 25, and with it comes all of the fan-favourite fun and some brand new activities. From Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides to the Christmas Market to Visits With Santa, there’s so much fun to be had at Once Upon a Christmas.
And don’t forget, Annual Members get unlimited free admission to Once Upon a Christmas.
Explore all of the exciting activities and get your tickets today at https://bit.ly/3QZTYju
Enjoy some personal time with Santa before he makes his grand sleigh ride!
Our brand new Dinner With Santa event gives you the exclusive opportunity to dine with Santa before he heads north to gear up for Christmas. So round up the kids and spend an evening with jolly old Saint Nick as you feast on a delicious meal, listen to holiday stories and hop on a magical horse-drawn wagon ride through the Village!
For more info, visit https://bit.ly/3MTy7rD
Make your reservation for Dinner With Santa on Dec. 23 by calling 403.268.8500
Heritage Park Escape Today and experience history in the making at Heritage Park Historical Village in Calgary, AB.
11/18/2023
'Tis the season to celebrate! 🎄✨
Looking for the perfect venue to host your holiday party? Look no further! Our spaces are decked out in festive cheer, ready to make your event merry and bright. Book your holiday party at the Park and let the good times roll! Whether it's an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, we've got you covered.
Dates are filling up fast, so don't wait! Explore our holiday party offerings and book your event today at https://bit.ly/3un2dgZ
Ho, ho, hope you’re hungry!
Join us in the warm and cozy atmosphere of the Wainwright Hotel or Gunn’s Dairy Barn for our Once Upon a Christmas Breakfast Buffet! Indulge in freshly baked pastries from the Alberta Bakery, traditional buttermilk pancakes, farm fresh scrambled eggs and all your other breakfast favourites before venturing out to enjoy our Once Upon A Christmas activities.
For more details, visit https://bit.ly/3QmFx7H
Call 403.268.8500 to make your reservation.
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Our Story
Since opening its doors on July 1, 1964, Heritage Park Historical Village has grown into one of Calgary’s premier tourist attractions and one of North America’s largest and most successful living history museums. Throughout the year, guests have the opportunity to interact with nearly 100 years of history. Heritage Park’s exhibits span the early 1860s fur trade to the petroleum and automobile-dominated 1950s. It is the Park’s mission to preserve the history of the early West and to educate and entertain guests of all ages for many generations to come.
With more than 200 exhibits and attractions spread over 127 acres of lush parkland, Heritage Park Historical Village has a lot to offer both the history buff and the pleasure seeker. It’s the perfect balance between historical fact, adventure, discovery and fun that makes our take on the tale of Western Canadian settlement so unique.
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