Heritage Park is open year-round with new events, attractions and offerings happening all the time. Search for press releases, public service announcements and more by using the sorting feature below.
Bringing history to life means there’s always something new
48 Hours In Calgary
Calgary, AB - Heritage Park is pleased to have been highlighted in Canadian Affair's 48 Hours in Calgary feature. Read the article here: https://www.canadianaffair.com/blog/48-hours-in-calgary//park-information/news-room/48-hours-calgaryNews LettersIconic Symbol Gets A Facelift
Calgary, AB (September 10, 2018) – Since 1975, an immense wooden H bearing an axe has stood as a beacon, greeting all who come to Heritage Park Historical Village. This iconic symbol is now getting a much needed facelift.
Restoration work on the Big H is now underway with the…/park-information/news-room/iconic-symbol-gets-faceliftPress ReleasesHeritage Park Announces Plans for Natural Resource Area Restoration, Interpretive Centre
Project to include restoration and re-opening of the Park's much-loved coal mine
May 17, 2018
Heritage Park is pleased to announce the launch of an exciting two-phase project to restore the Park's existing Natural Resource Area, and to create a state-of-the-art Natural Resources Interpretive…/park-information/news-room/heritage-park-announces-plans-natural-resource-area-restorationNews LettersVintage Veterinary Exhibit One Step Closer to Becoming Reality
This morning, VCA Canada presented the Vintage Veterinary Exhibit Association with a large donation in support of a Vintage Veterinary Exhibit at Heritage Park Historical Village.
The Vintage Veterinary Exhibit Association is a volunteer group of individuals who joined together to help…/park-information/news-room/vintage-veterinary-exhibit-one-step-closer-becoming-realityGovernment of Canada supports new natural resources interpretive centre in Calgary
Calgary, Alberta, August 23, 2019 — Investing in cultural and historical infrastructure plays an important role in developing dynamic communities, promoting tourism and preserving Canada’s heritage.
Today, the Honourable Kent Hehr, Member of Parliament for Calgary Centre, on behalf of the…/park-information/news-room/government-canada-supports-new-natural-resources-interpretive-centrePress ReleasesRetirement Announcement – Alida A. Visbach
Calgary, AB (September 4, 2019) – The Heritage Park Society Board of Trustees and Chair David Rodych announce the retirement of President and Chief Executive Officer, Alida A. Visbach, effective December 31st, 2019.
For the past 14 years, Ms. Visbach has led the iconic institution through a period…/park-information/news-room/retirement-announcement-alida-visbachTop 5 Reasons to Have Your Wedding at Heritage Park
Heritage Park is a great place to escape from the everyday and step back in time. But did you know it's also a great place to hold your wedding?
Here are five reasons why Heritage Park is one of Calgary's best wedding venues:Everything is Included
Your Heritage Park wedding includes the services…/park-information/news-room/top-5-reasons-have-your-wedding-heritage-parkCOVID-19
March 16, 2020 - Calgary, AB
Effective immediately, Heritage Park will be temporarily closed to the public until further notice.
This includes Gasoline Alley Museum, the Wainwright Hotel, Railway Cafe, the Selkirk Grille and all retail shops.
This closure also includes the cancellation or…/park-information/news-room/covid-19