Fort Steele Heritage Town

Fort Steele Heritage Town Where History Comes Alive! Step back in time and explore the sights, sounds, and stories of 1890s life in the East Kootenays.

Wagon rides, heritage animals, costumed interpreters, and hands-on fun - just down the road from Cranbrook, BC! 🐴⛏️👒

We’re closed today for Labour Day!Fort Steele Heritage Town is taking a little break today, Monday, September 7, for the...
09/07/2026

We’re closed today for Labour Day!

Fort Steele Heritage Town is taking a little break today, Monday, September 7, for the holiday.

We’ll also be closed Tuesday and Wednesday as part of our regular schedule, and will be back open Thursday, September 10.

We hope you’re enjoying the long weekend and getting in a little time to relax, explore and enjoy the last days of summer!

See you Thursday at Fort Steele!

Where History Comes Alive.

ALL THE WAY FROM JAPAN! Get ready for an evening of incredible skill, comedy, and jaw-dropping stunts as Yuki the Juggle...
09/06/2026

ALL THE WAY FROM JAPAN!

Get ready for an evening of incredible skill, comedy, and jaw-dropping stunts as Yuki the Juggler comes to Fort Steele Heritage Town!

Straight from Japan, Yuki brings a high-energy, interactive show combining unbelievable juggling, physical comedy, audience participation, and Edo Daikagura — a traditional Japanese performance style with a history stretching back more than 400 years.

And just when you think you've seen it all... Yuki takes things to another level for a finale you won't want to miss. 😮

📅 November 21
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Fort Steele Heritage Town

A fun night out for the whole family and a chance to see an internationally acclaimed performer right here at the Fort!

Get your tickets:
https://www.fortsteeleheritagetown.com/event-details/all-the-way-from-japan

WHAT IS IT WEDNESDAY?Mystery solved!Did you guess what this week’s mystery object was?It’s a folding slate used by schoo...
09/04/2026

WHAT IS IT WEDNESDAY?

Mystery solved!

Did you guess what this week’s mystery object was?

It’s a folding slate used by school children!

Before paper notebooks were readily available, students often used slates and chalk to practise writing, arithmetic and other lessons. This particular slate is extra interesting because it is ornately decorated and folds closed like a book.

When folded, it helped protect the chalk writing on the slate and made it easier for a student to carry.

📚 A little piece of school history!

Did you guess it? Tell us in the comments — and check back next Wednesday for another mystery from the collection!

Labour Day Long Weekend at Fort SteelePlanning a visit to Fort Steele this Labour Day weekend?We’ll be OPEN Saturday and...
09/04/2026

Labour Day Long Weekend at Fort Steele

Planning a visit to Fort Steele this Labour Day weekend?

We’ll be OPEN Saturday and Sunday for the long weekend, so come enjoy one more summer adventure before we take a little break.

Closed Monday, September 7 for Labour Day, as well as our regular Tuesday and Wednesday closure.

We’ll be back open Thursday, September 10!

Come explore the historic streets, visit the shops and heritage buildings, meet the animals and enjoy everything Fort Steele has to offer before the summer season winds down.

Open: Saturday & Sunday
Closed: Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday
Reopening: Thursday, September 10

Fort Steele Heritage Town — Where History Comes Alive.

Take a break from the everyday and step back in time.At Fort Steele Heritage Town, you can wander historic streets, expl...
09/03/2026

Take a break from the everyday and step back in time.

At Fort Steele Heritage Town, you can wander historic streets, explore heritage buildings, watch skilled tradespeople at work, and experience what life was like in the 1890s. Whether it's your first visit or your tenth, there's always something new to discover.

Open Thursday–Monday

Plan your visit: https://www.fortsteele.com

🧐 What Is It Wednesday!Every artifact has a story... but first, can you figure out what this one is?Study the photo, mak...
09/02/2026

🧐 What Is It Wednesday!

Every artifact has a story... but first, can you figure out what this one is?

Study the photo, make your best guess, and let us know what you think it was used for. We'll share the answer—and a little history lesson—on Friday!

Drop your answer in the comments, tag a friend who loves history (or thinks they know everything), and check back on Friday to see if you guessed correctly.

Calling all teachers and educators!What if your next field trip took your students back to the 1890s? 🕰️Forget worksheet...
09/01/2026

Calling all teachers and educators!

What if your next field trip took your students back to the 1890s? 🕰️

Forget worksheets and desks for the day — at Fort Steele Heritage Town, students can step into history and experience it for themselves.

From churning butter and baking on a woodstove to exploring the Wild Horse Gold Rush, trying heritage skills like leatherwork and tin smithing, learning about farming, and exploring our historic town, there’s plenty to discover.

For an adventure they really won’t forget, classes can even spend the night in the historic NWMP Barracks!

Our hands-on, curriculum-connected education programs are designed for Kindergarten to Grade 7 and bring local history, stories, and life in the East Kootenay to life.

👥 Limited spots are available, and bookings are first come, first served!

Start planning your next class adventure and learn more about our education programs:

https://www.fortsteeleheritagetown.com/education

🐷 WE HAVE A NAME! 🐷After hundreds of name suggestions and a whole lot of community votes, the results are in…🥁🥁🥁PICKLES!...
08/31/2026

🐷 WE HAVE A NAME! 🐷

After hundreds of name suggestions and a whole lot of community votes, the results are in…

🥁🥁🥁

PICKLES! 🥒🐷

And it wasn’t even close — Pickles won by a landslide!

Thank you to everyone who sent in a suggestion, cast a vote, and helped us give our Fort Steele pig her official name. We think Pickles suits her perfectly. ❤️

Be sure to say hello to Penny and Pickles the next time you visit Fort Steele Heritage Town! 🐷

These fluffy ladies spend their days scratching, pecking, and keeping a watchful eye on all the visitors who stop by. Th...
08/30/2026

These fluffy ladies spend their days scratching, pecking, and keeping a watchful eye on all the visitors who stop by. They may live in a pen, but they have big personalities and are always a favourite with guests of all ages.

Be sure to stop by and say hello on your next visit to Fort Steele!

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9851 BC-95
Fort Steele, BC
V0B1N0

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm
Sunday 9am - 4pm

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