Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Ukrainian Cultural
Heritage Village

Discover the fascinating story of immigration from the Ukraine to Canada (1892-1930) at an open-air living history museum located 25 minutes east of Edmonton. Costumed role players recreating the lives of authentic pioneers and over 30 restored buildings bring history to life.

Hours: Fall: Sept 2 to Oct 13 daily 10 am - 4 pm Winter/Spring: (Thanksgiving Day to May 14)

Admission: $6.50 adult $5.50 seniors $3 youth (8 - 17) $15 family free for children 7 and under

*prices are subject to change Address: 25 min. east of Edmonton on Hwy. 16 Edmonton AB. T6G

Tel: (780) 662-3640 Fax: (780) 662-3273

Elk Island, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Elk Island

Located less than an hour away from Edmonton, Elk Island National Park is home to herds of free roaming plains bison, wood bison, moose, deer, and elk. Elk Island National Park is boasting over 250 species of birds. Be it for wildlife viewing, hiking, cross-country skiing, picnicking or overnight camping, there is something for everyone at Elk Island National Park. Many of the recreation areas are located on Astotin Lake, which has picnic facilities, a nine-hole golf course and camping and walking trails.

Address: Site 4, RR 1 Fort Saskatchewan, AB T8L 2N7

Strathcona County Museum and Archives, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Strathcona County Museum and Archives

The museum was opened in July, 1997 and is located in the former RCMP barracks in Sherwood Park. The museum serves to preserve the history of Strathcona County. A new exhibit twice yearly presents aspects of human and natural history in the county of Strathcona, as depicted in photographs, artwork and artifacts. It's a hands-on, interactive facility where visitors are encouraged to operate a 1920's switchboard, a milking machine or participate in historic games.

Admission: $2 per person $5 per family Tues to Sat 10 am - 4 pm (or by appointment) * Prices are subject to change

Address: 913 Ash Street Sherwood Park

Tel: (403) 467-8189

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