CROWSNEST MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES
7701 18 Ave, Coleman, AB T0K 0M0, Canada
The Crowsnest Museum and Archives is a historical museum located in the town of Crowsnest Pass in southwestern Alberta, Canada. The museum aims to preserve and promote the history of the Crowsnest Pass region, which was an important hub for coal mining and transportation during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
The museum features exhibits on a wide range of topics related to the area's history, including coal mining, railway transportation, early settlement, and the impact of World War I on the region. The museum also houses a large collection of artifacts and photographs that document the daily life of the people who lived and worked in the Crowsnest Pass over the years.
The museum also has an extensive collection of railway artifacts, including locomotives, cabooses, and other rolling stock, as well as exhibits on the history of railway transportation in the Crowsnest Pass.
Other exhibits at the museum cover topics such as the early settlement of the area by First Nations peoples and European settlers, the impact of World War I on the region, and the development of the local forestry industry.
In addition to its permanent exhibits, the Crowsnest Museum and Archives also hosts a variety of special events and programs throughout the year, including guided tours, educational workshops, and community celebrations. The museum is open to the public from May to September, and admission is free for visitors of all ages.
