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Join South Peace Regional Archives on Friday August 25 for a guided walk through the Grande Prairie Cemetery and discover the rich and interesting history of Grande Prairie and area through the lives and stories of its people.  Our tour will highlight the lives of those who served in the two world wars.   Grande Prairie Cemetery… Read more »

Pastimes of Past Times Rev. Forbes Homestead hosts old-fashioned children’s games on July 19. Outdoor games include croquet and horseshoes with indoor games such as checkers, tin toys and jacks available in the homestead.  “This is a great opportunity for children to experience what kids of the past played with, long before modern video games… Read more »

  City Museums offer Free Summer Programs Family friendly afternoon programs at the Heritage Discovery Centre and Grande Prairie Museum are now open for registration. The Culture and Heritage Department is pleased to offer free interactive programs nearly every weekday this summer.  Programs are held on their designated days from 1 to 3 p.m. at… Read more »

Lunch and Learn at the Museum Local contributors to the Grande Prairie Museum’s latest exhibit to speak at lunch and learn event on Thurs. July 20. Guests are invited to bring their lunch for a short lecture on Freemasonry at 12 noon in the Community Room at the Grande Prairie Museum, located in Muskoseepi Park…. Read more »

Wednesday, August 9 Join us as we celebrate the life of Mrs. Agnes Forbes, one of Grande Prairie’s most prominent pioneers. Mrs. Forbes was one of very few settlers to bring fine china along with her to the Grande Prairie; and as a result, in those days it was considered a great honour to be… Read more »

Friday, July 7, 2017 at the Fort St. John Cemetery (100 Ave) Join us for a guided cemetery tour of the Fort St. John Cemetery on 100 Ave. Learn about the connection of many of the people buried there to the Alaska Highway. From construction workers to entrepreneurs to ambulance drivers, the cemetery is full… Read more »

Saturday, September 9, 2017 at Moose FM’s Block Party Celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday through artifacts, photographs, fun facts, and interactive activities at the Fort St. John North Peace Museum’s booth at Moose FM’s Block Party.  Free admission. For more information, call 250-787-0430.

  Wed. July 12 Join us for an Afternoon Tea at the Reverend Forbes Homestead and Pioneer Hospital to celebrate the 90th anniversary of the Grande Prairie Legion. Sittings at both 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Located at the Rev. Forbes Homestead, 10424 96 St (behind the QE2 hospital) Tea and scones will be serves… Read more »

Saturday, July 8, 2017 at the North Peace Cultural Centre

Join South Peace Regional Archives on Tuesday July 4 for a guided walk through the Grande Prairie Cemetery and discover the rich and interesting history of Grande Prairie and area through the lives and stories of its people.  Our tour will highlight the lives of those who served in the two world wars.   Grande… Read more »