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 An aviation education |
4629 McCall Way Northeast Calgary, AB T2E 8A5 Canada +1 403 250 3752 http://www.asmac.ab.ca/ |
The Aero Space Museum offers an up-close look at Calgary's place in aviation history through WWI and WWII aviation memorabilia and military aircraft displays, including a Lancaster, a Sopwith Tri-Plane, and a Harvard Mark IV. Biographies of many colorful Albertan aviators are also featured, including Willie McKnight, who boasted 16 victories in WWII and Eleanor Bailey, who was one of the first female pilots to take to the skies. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A sense of Chinese/Canadian history |
197 1st Street Southwest Calgary, AB T2P 4M4 Canada +1 403 262 5071 http://www.culturalcentre.ca/ |
Explore Chinese/Canadian history and culture, right in the heart of the fascinating Chinatown area. The Centre consists of a museum, Chinese library and a school, as well as the Emperor Seafood Restaurant and more. You can also shop in the Arts and Crafts Store, which carries imported Oriental items. The building itself is of particular interest, standing out amongst the crowd with its impressive roof. The interior design is also intricate; both were completed in September 1992 by artists from Beijing. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Why the city looks so pretty |
208 - 50th Avenue Southwest Calgary, AB T2S 2S1 Canada +1 403 287 3469 http://calhort.org/gardening/c... |
Formed almost 100 years ago, to educate people on the harsh growing conditions in Alberta, the Calgary Horticultural Society is one of the largest and most active horticultural societies in Canada. And you don't have to have a green thumb to belong. The Calgary Horticulture Society offers a number of membership benefits, including regular speakers and an extensive gardening library. They also hold chat sessions on the Internet and offer discounts at garden centers throughout the city. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Calgary's Olympic site |
88 Canada Olympic Road Southwest Calgary, AB T3B 5R5 Canada +1 403 247 5452 http://www.coda.ab.ca/ |
These facilities are used both by high-performance winter athletes and by ordinary, adventurous, Calgarians. The bobsled track immortalized by four crazed Jamaican sledders continues to be used for World Cup events. The downhill ski slope is a popular entry-level spot for skiers, while the half-pipe area crawls with local snowboarders. The park also gets steady summer use by cross-country and downhill mountain bike racers. Inside the main COP building there is a restaurant/bar and the Olympic Hall of Fame and Museum. Park admission is free; activities vary in price. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Our local firefighting history |
4124 11th St SE Calgary, AB T2G 2H2 Canada +1 403 246 3322 |
The Firefighters Museum is devoted to Calgary's fire-fighting history. The museum is managed by retired firefighters, offering a personal glimpse into the lives of past firefighters with over three thousand fascinating artifacts. Perfect for school trips and family outings, the museum houses artifacts such as thirteen fire trucks, including three classics that were purchased by the City of Calgary in 1929. These trucks are in impeccable shape, with gleaming brass and silver-plated fire nozzles. Over four hundred restored photographs, including the only known photo of the Calgary riot of 1917, are also on exhibit. The museum is located in the City's southeast section. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Visit Calgary's early days |
750 9th Avenue Southeast Calgary, AB T2P 2M5 Canada +1 403 290 1875 http://www.fortcalgary.ab.ca |
This centre gives visitors a hands-on look at early Calgary life. Fort Calgary lies on 40 acres of riverside park. The interpretive centre reconstructs the original 1875 fort, a facility Mounties built after being dispatched from the settled East to establish law and order among pioneers, and to stop the culturally devastating whiskey trade. Visitors can grab a bite of chow, or indeed a shot of whiskey, at the on-site restaurant. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Artifacts of the West |
130 9th Avenue Southeast Calgary, AB T2G 0P3 Canada +1 403 268 4100 http://www.glenbow.org/ |
One of Canada's great museums, and Western Canada's largest, this treasure trove houses artifacts of the West, dating back to the first white settlers of the 1800s and the history of the area's First Nations. Along with permanent displays, a variety of temporary exhibitions is also presented. Visitors also enjoy an art gallery and archives on site. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Calgary's Living History |
1900 Heritage Drive SW (At 14th St SW) Calgary, AB T2V 2X3 Canada +1 403 268 8500 http://www.heritagepark.ca/ |
Canada's largest living historical village is divided into a pioneer Northwest Mounted Police outpost and a 1910 Main Street. The latter has a working antique amusement park, with rides that are safe even for small children. Other attractions include a working full-scale locomotive thundering through the park, and on nearby Glenmore Reservoir, a vintage double-decker stern wheeler ship that takes visitors on lake cruises. Shops and restaurants are plentiful in the park, including a turn-of-the-century bakery. All park staff work in costume and character. Entertaining events for the whole family are scheduled year-round, including September's Fall Fair. Check website for full list of events. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Largest military museum in Western Canada |
4520 Crowchild Trail South West Calgary, AB T2T 5J4 Canada +403 974 2850 / +403 974 2869 (Group Tours) http://www.museumoftheregiment... |
For those interested in war trivia and collectibles, visit this museum, the largest military museum in Western Canada. Stocked with artillery, planes and fine examples of the Canadian war effort, it includes many interesting rarities and artifacts. Stop by the gift shop and purchase a memento after a tour through the comfortable and well-appointed rooms. In 2007, new construction added a range of attractions, such as the relocated Naval Museum of Alberta, Air Force Museum, expanded archives, an art gallery, and Military History and Strategic Studies Center of Excellence. The museum also offers research facilities in cooperation with the University of Calgary as well as a range of lectures and educational programs. The museum relies heavily on community support to keep in operation, so cash donations can be placed in the drum located at the front entrance. Adults CAD 6, Seniors CAD 4, Youth 7-17 CAD3, Children under 7 FREE. Serving military, veterans and their families free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Honoring the men and women of the Navy |
1820-24 Street South West Calgary, AB T2T 0G6 Canada +1 403 242 0002 http://www.navalmuseum.ab.ca/ |
The Naval Museum of Alberta exists to 'perpetuate the memory of men and women who have served in the Royal Canadian Navy' since its inception in 1910. The facility is Canada's second largest naval museum and has been operating in Calgary since 1988. A number of interesting and exciting things are on exhibition, including three beautifully restored RCN fighter aircrafts, intricate ship models, several gun mountings and a working periscope, which is always popular with the kids. Unique gifts are available in the gift shop—books, pins, badges and clothing. The museum offers special tours for schools, groups or individuals at exceptional rates. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Accessible contemporary art! |
2500 University Drive Northwest Calgary, AB T2N 1N4 Canada +1 403 220 7234 http://www.ucalgary.ca/~nickle... |
Located on the University of Calgary campus, the Nickle Arts Museum is one of the forerunners to modern art. The Nickle is known for mounting provocative exhibitions as well as informative programs, run and taught by University students. The museum opened in 1979 through a generous donation by Mr. Samuel C. Nickle, whose vision was to supply provocative contemporary art for public viewing that was accessible to everyone. Since September 1996, The Nickle Arts Museum has also been the focal point for providing university students with theoretical knowledge and practical experience in the Cultural and Heritage sector. The Nickle Arts Museum works with other departments at the University to promote learning, research and discovery. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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