Chinook Country Historical Society

08/23/2026

Join us for our first presentation of the 2026/2027 season.

Tuesday, September 15, 2026
7:00 pm- Central Library

William Reader: His Lastng Impact on
Calgary, by Diane Dalkin, President
- Friends of Reader Rock Garden Society

Most Calgarians have heard about this unique National Historic Site, Reader Rock Garden, but do you know the namesake’s history and the vision for this special place?

Join us on September 15th as we partner with the Friends of Reader Rock Garden and the Calgary Public Library to learn more, starting in 1913 and beyond. Let’s explore this best kept secret together. Diane is delighted to share this virtual journey with you.

08/22/2026

https://neighborsos.corsizio.com/event/6a73fb2b4a522b43b70eb172?

In this FREE 3-hour community building experience, you’ll learn that Alberta's cowboy history has a genuinely multicultural backstory that a lot of people don't know about, and the central figure is: John Ware (AB’s first Black Cowboy): Rider -- Rancher -- Legend.

08/22/2026

Two voices linger at historic Morleyville. One Indigenous. One settler. Together they tell the complex histories and stories of the people who made this...

08/19/2026

08/17/2026

Marda Loop has always been more than a neighbourhood. It’s a collection of stories, people, places and moments that have shaped one of Calgary’s most iconic communities.

We’re excited to officially launch A Loop in Time — a new look back at the history of Marda Loop, from the landmarks you may recognize to the stories you may have never heard.

Created in partnership with Heritage Calgary, the project celebrates the people and places that helped make Marda Loop what it is today.

Explore the full history at visitmardaloop.com/history.



cSPACE Tourism Calgary Richmond K**b Hill Community Association Marda Loop Communities Association (MLCA)

08/17/2026

New interpretive signs, developed with Stoney Nakoda Elders, highlight Indigenous language, oral histories, and the community's longstanding connection to the site.

08/17/2026

HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF ALBERTA
2026 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

Saturday, September 12, 2026
11:00AM- ONLINE EVENT ONLY
Registration Required

Join the HSA Council for updates to our members, reports on our progress for 2025-26, and cast your vote in the election of our leadership.

Please email [email protected] to register for the AGM. You will receive your AGM package and the meeting link 3-5 days in advance.

Reach out to your Chapter President or Board if you have questions.

Thank you for all of your support in the past year, and we look forward to sharing our updates with you soon!

~ Lorien, President
Historical Society of Alberta

The Historical Society of Alberta is made up of 5 chapters:
Chinook Country Historical Society
Edmonton and District Historical Society
Lethbridge Historical Society
Peace Country Historical Society Forum
Central Alberta Historical Society

08/11/2026

Come watch skilled spinners and weavers transform raw fleece into a beautiful finished shawl, all in a single day!

It's a friendly competition between guilds, with awards presented for:
- Speed
- Spinning Consistency
- Weaving Finesse
- Creativity
- Team Spirit

Whether you're a fibre enthusiast or simply curious about traditional textile arts, it's a wonderful opportunity to see these skills in action and cheer on the teams.

We'd love to see you there!