Location: 51.044821, -114.0441865
The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, formerly known as Fort Calgary, is a unique blend of museum and green space situated at the birthplace of the city. This historic site explores the relationships between Indigenous peoples, settlers, and the North West Mounted Police. Through engaging indoor exhibits and outdoor interpretive trails, visitors can learn about Calgary’s founding, treaty relationships, and the evolution of its civic identity. The space promotes reconciliation by amplifying Indigenous voices and narratives and is often used for cultural events, ceremonies, and educational programs.
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– building: yes
– building:floor: 2
– building:levels: 2
– height: 5.8
– museum: history
– name: The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland
– operator: The Fort Calgary Preservation Society
– tourism: museum
– website: https://www.theconfluence.ca/
– wikidata: Q5470884
– wikipedia: en:Fort Calgary