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Fort Assiniboine Museum

Take a step back in time at the Fort Assiniboine Museum!


The museum is constructed in the classic Hudson’s Bay-style of a trading post and reflects the fur-trading times that helped to establish the area.

Artifacts on display outline the progression and development of Fort Assiniboine, which is the second-oldest fort in Alberta. 

The famous location is mentioned in early historical records dating back to the 1700s. 

During the Hudson Bay Era (1823-1877), the site was named Fort Assiniboine presumably after the Assiniboine Indians, and was used as a supply and transportation point.

The museum is open to visitors during the summer months and is a great afternoon retreat to learn about some of the key historic movements that helped shape the Woodlands County area and Western Canada.

JuneJuly 1 to September 2
Saturday and SundayMonday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
11:00 am to 5:00 pm


To make arrangements for private viewings, please contact:

Laurie (780) 584-2495
Irene (780) 674-0563
Sandy (780) 584-2106


For Rent 

The Fort Assiniboine Museum has a 25 foot Voyageur Canoe with Trailer available to rent.

Rental Price: $100.00 per day (in water use)

PREREQUISITE for rental: Big canoe skills (Training Available) 

Contact: Dale (780) 305-6921 or email 05raven1968@gmail.com