Big Valley Historical Society

The Big Valley Historical Society is located at the end of Main Street in Big Valley. The collection at the museum includes artefacts representing local history such as household and agricultural artefacts. There is a photographic display and other displays relating to industries prominent in the area in the past, such as mining, farming, ranching, and petroleum. There are two railway baggage cars and the original Anglican Church. The museum is housed within a restored 1912 Canadian Northern Railway depot and there are several other historical buildings for visitors to tour. The museum also displays a large collection of salt and pepper shakers. As well as local artefacts, the Big Valley Museum displays exhibits from the Canadian Northern Railway Society relating to Alberta’s railroad heritage. The museum participates in Homecoming at the end of July and is busy restoring old farm machinery.

Hours and Admission:
June– August
Daily, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The museum tries to follow these hours, however, is not always able to do so. Visitors are advised to check that the museum is open before coming to the site. The museum is always open when the excursion train comes to the site.

Admission by donation

Contact:
Big Valley Historical Society
Box 342
Main Street
Big Valley, Alberta
T0J 0G0
Phone: (403) 876–2593
Fax: (403) 876–2223
Email: allanjoh@telusplanet.net

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