Cardston Historical Society

03/25/2026

Are you a storyteller at heart? The Cardston & District Historical Society is looking for energetic, self-motivated students to join our team as Museum Interpreters for the 2026 summer season.
This isn’t your typical "sit behind a desk" summer job. You’ll be the face of Cardston’s history—leading tours, hosting events, and working behind the scenes on professional exhibits.
Why Join Us?
Competitive Pay: Start at $17.50/hr.
Professional Mentorship: Assist our Archivist and Exhibits Coordinator to learn the ropes of professional curation and historical preservation.
Build Your Portfolio: Gain professional experience in public speaking, exhibit design, and social media marketing.
No Experience? No Problem: We provide full training on the history of the Card Home and Courthouse & Heritage Museum.
What You’ll Do:
Curate & Design: Assist the Archivist and Exhibits Coordinator to create and set up great new displays and exhibits for the museum.
Engage Digitally: Help manage our social media presence by creating fun, educational content that brings history to life online.
Lead Tours: Provide friendly, prompt service and lead captivating guided tours of our historic sites.
Demonstrate: Bring the past to life by showing visitors the "way of life" and daily tasks of the period.
Care for History: Open, close, and ensure our historic sites stay safe and beautiful for everyone.
Positions Available:
All positions conclude on Saturday, September 5, 2026.
1 Full-Time Position (40 hrs/wk): Starting Mid-May
2 Full-Time Positions (40 hrs/wk): Starting July 6
How to Apply:
Full details and application instructions can be found at:
🔗 cardston.ca/government/employment-opportunities
Send your application and resume by April 24, 2026, to:
Jill Heninger, Office & Finance Manager
Email: [email protected]
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03/16/2026

We had a great time at our first St. Patrick's Dinner and Dance! Irish stew, Soda Bread, Green Punch, Pies and Mashed Potatoes. The best part was the dancing and sociability! Dance prizes and dance instruction , cowboy poetry (Irish stew was in the poem ( )

03/14/2026

🍀 Dinner Is SOLD OUT — But the Dance Floor Is OPEN! 🍀
Saint Patrick’s Day Dinner & Dance — Tonight!
The luck of the Irish was quick this year — our Saint Patrick’s Day dinner tickets are officially SOLD OUT!
💚 Thank you to everyone who booked early!
But don’t put away your dancing shoes yet…
🎶💃 The Dance Only portion is still open!
Join us at 7:30 PM for a lively night of music, fun, and festive Irish energy — only $20 at the door!
Expect:
🍀 Great music
💃 Lots of dancing
🎉 A fun, upbeat St. Patrick’s Day celebration for all!
So throw on your green and come join the party — the dance floor is waiting! ☘️✨

💚 A Big Thank You!
We’re thrilled that this first fundraiser of 2026 has been such a success. Your support means the world to us and will go a long way in helping the museum.
Thank you for being part of it! 🍀

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02/17/2026

Come hear Inspiring Stories of our 50th year at our Annual General Meeting
Wednesday February 25
7:00 PM
Courthouse and Heritage Museum
89 3 Avenue W.
Cardston, AB

You will also see our Aspirational Goals for 2045!

01/14/2026

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12/01/2025

Thank you Trudy Woolford and Friends for all the fantastic work on the Festival of Lights!

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10/20/2025

Unfortunately we have to cancel the Murder Mystery Dinner for Friday, October 24. Keep a lookout for a new fundraiser in 2026. :-(

07/24/2025

We are enjoying the inspiring story of Fern Wood Smith and history of the Ferns Chocolates.

07/18/2025

Fern's Chocolates
The Inspiring story of Fern Wood-Smith's creation of a business that served thousands!

06/11/2025

Did you know that The Blackfoot Confederacy, known as the Niitsitapi or Siksikaitsitapi, consists of the Siksika, Kainai, and Piikani nations. They traditionally lived in the semi-arid shortgrass prairie region and were skilled buffalo hunters. The Confederacy's territory spanned parts of southern Alberta, Saskatchewan, and northern Montana
Additional Fact: The Blackfoot Confederacy was known for its complex social structures, including the use of a council of chiefs to make important decisions

We honour the fact that we live, work and play on their traditional territory. To learn more visit the Courthouse and Heritage Museum in Cardston.

05/06/2025

Our First Inspiring Stories Lecture is by
MaryLynn Marsh
Miss Rodeo Canada 1956 and
International Farm Girl 1956..
May 13, 2025.
7 pm.
Courthouse and Heritage Museum
Admission $4

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