I took my grade two and three students on a field trip to the Leighton Art Centre and they loved…read moreit! It's quite out of town so when going you have to incorporate that into you time and make it a full day. We arrived and automatically went into the cabin where we would be doing our art. Our tour guide was Emma and she gave each of the students a notebook to keep and take home which they loved. She asked them to look around the room but they had to stay seated and draw an object or thing they could see from their seats. Then after they did it once they had to flip to the next page and find another object in the room and draw it and she gave them a time limit the first time of 5 minutes and only 3 minutes the second time to show how it gets harder. Some students were asking for erasers and she explained that they don't have erasers because they believe that artists don't make mistakes. Then they students started their clay projects making a landscape and they had lots of fun doing this. Then we had lunch in that same room after students cleaned up and then they had play time outside in the snow which the leader explained the boundaries they had to stay in and that all nature things including snow stay on the ground. Then we did a nature walk and then the students got to go through the Leighton house which they really enjoyed especially the room with the parrot and all the trees! Thank you Leighton Art Centre !

My friend's soon to be mother-in-law organized a bridal shower here. I've never been to…read moreMillarville....not gonna lie....didn't even know it even existed. It's a short drive south of Calgary. I used google maps to get me to the Leighton Art Centre. The drive there is beautiful. Lush rolling green hills and beautiful forests. I swear I was transported to an English countryside! If you like scenery, a summer drive in this area is highly recommended. Our art lesson was held in an original little school house, now an historical landmark, built in the 1950s. After our art lesson (which I determined I do not have a talent for lol) our instructor led us on a short nature walk up to the the Leighton House Museum. A beautiful home originally designed by Alfred Crocker Leighton that features much of the home's original furniture and the Leighton's personal belongings. The home also showcases AC Leighton's original artwork as well is now home to many local artists' work where they are displayed and for sale. The house is beautifully situated over looking a breathtaking view. The Leightons were dedicated to art and the art community, and I can see why artists come there to paint, there is so much inspiration all around you. Definitely worth the drive out there for the views alone, but the museum and learning a little bit of local history is a nice bonus too.

This place exceeded my expectations. Camping weather May long wasn't as nice as we thought so we…read morestopped by here to pass a couple hours. The cost of entry is by donation, however they suggest $10/person or $40/family. With the exception of viewing the last bomber in the hanger which costs an additional $2. Highly recommended to pass some time as there are a lot of interesting pieces that were salvaged with detailed descriptions. You can even sit inside many of the airplanes

Getting to see a living breathing piece of history up close was breathtaking…read more To then be shown around an area not normally seen by everyday folk just made the trip even better. An amazing place well worth a visit staffed by incredible people.

The museum is located in the heart of downtown and share the same building as the Telus…read moreConventional Center. I came on a Thursday night after 5 pm. Every first Thursday of the month is free admission sponsored by Servus. I had to take advantage of this offer. Regular price admission is $18 per person. Why pay when you can go in for free. Plus I am not a tourist so might as well visit on a Thursday. All exhibits/galleries are open on the free admission day. The museum is very specifically tailored to the First Nation history and history of Calgary. They do have an interesting section on geology: rocks, minerals, stones, geode and etc. That gallery was slightly out of place compared to the rest of the museum/items on display. The first floor is really the gift shop and museum ticket/concierge/info center. Second floor is the first nation artworks. There are paintings and a few pieces of artwork. Third floor is about the oil and gas industry. As well, as the first settlement and the history of Calgary. Fourth floor is more tailored to the British Army and a section on the history of Africa. Everything is well documented, comprehensive and well referenced in the museum. Expect to spend about 2 hours minimum here. Overall, I enjoyed my stay. I don't think this museum changes much and so it is really one time visit. Note that no big backpacks are allowed into the museum and would be required to be checked in.

Lovely end to our Calgary trip. Visited the museum before dining at Sky360. Artist is quite…read moretalented and impactful.

Great place to see original star trek props and artifacts from various movies and TV shows. Also…read morehave other miscilanious original artifacts from other sci fi shows and movies. Cool opportunity to see the details up close on the props. Great place to visit for that loyal and dedicated star trek or superman fan. The museum continues to add to exhibits from time to time. The only regret or concern is the location. Located in a small town in farming community. Be prepared for the extra drive and detour if traveling to and from Alaska like we were. No regrets for us. If you like old barns there are few in the area to see and photograph along hwy 23. Just make sure you respect trespassing laws. Stop by the town visitor center that is shaped like a space ship. The owners of trekcetra mentioned that they are thinking of moving to Calgary nearby. That means more visitors and walk in traffic. Also a bigger location to display many other trek artifacts. Right now the place is like the Smithsonian museum. They only display a portion of there unique collection. Hope that works out. Hate to see this place and all the incredible work to create this dream disappear. Go visit this place if you dont mind the extra 20-30 minutes drive thought farmlands coming to or from Calgary. Star Trek fans dont be futile see this place.

It's hard, but I have to drop a half star here. When I was here last, it was newly open. I could…read moreexcuse some empty areas in the museum, and some messy bathrooms, but during a recent visit, the same area was fairly empty, and the bathrooms were still a mess. Now it was Treaty Day, and they had a few events here, so maybe this is the reason for the washroom sloppiness (there was a talent show, bbq, and 10k run---I was too late for all of them) :( But yeah, last year I was in awe. I noted some shortcomings, but I assumed they'd get remedied after a year or so of operation. Unfortunately, not much was different. Museums should be dynamic and ever-changing. They should give reason for return visits. Our people have so much to offer, and THIS IS A MAGNIFICENT MUSEUM. So, let's represent! (Don't get me wrong though---I'll be back!). On a techie note, they did have free wifi, so I was able to check email on my phone!

To be honest I have a bit of mixed feelings about this place. First of all it is a great venue, the…read moreexhibition is very interesting and you can learn a lot about the history i.e. Treaty No. 7. But, ... then there is what Corey already mentioned: some display lights were off or broken, an area with a photo exhibition was completely in the dark, posters were starting to peel off from the displays... There seems to be a lack of maintenance. The experience with the staff however was flawless. Very friendly and professional. A note on the side: some trails are still closed after the 2013 flooding.

Reading the comments, I would have to admit that it might be best for kids under 10. Lots of things…read moreto do for them. Like the play area with a playplace, water fun, magnets and Legos, an art area, an interactive theater. As for the pricing it's great to do it with another friend to cut the costs a bit. Another area with big building blocks, and a tipsy cup ride. A cool robotic roller coaster ride for taller kids. We watched a fun science fire show. Went upstairs and explored the human body etc area and that was very fun and interactive. They had a few play areas in the area and a VR experience for the kids.

Lots of things to do for kids and adults. If you plan to go here, would definitely recommend…read moresigning up for the Tourism Calgary because you get 20% of your total admission and the staff will help you find the best deals for your group. We had fun checking out all the district activities and the bar part was that we waited to long to go to the cafe so loud of things are not available closed to closing time. The Infinity Dome was cool but the shows were a little less intriguing. There wasn't much that was following the theme for month of October.

What a great place to be if you have kids who loves dinosaurs!!! And even if you don't this place…read moreis still so cool! You can spend all day going through everything. Taking pictures, reading, exploring. Sadly we came on a rainy day so we didn't get to enjoy the outdoor activities that they had to offer. The gift shop I feel like needs a bit of an upgrade because a lot of stuff was outdated and dusty. Overall 10/10 magical experience. What if we were alive with dinosaurs??? - 4 yo question

What a great day, we PREBOOKED our experience and skipped a very long line in the rain. It was a…read morevery popular choice for this May Long Saturday afternoon; meaning it was busy and crawling with families of all sizes and ages. The displays were nicely organized and beautiful but there were a few that may have been an issue for people with mobility problems to see. But most of the offending displays were obviously aimed to entertain children. The displays were also clearly marked and I spotted a few people who were wearing auditory tours. Parking in the main lot is a freaking zoo and I highly recommend skipping it and going straight to the auxiliary lot which is bigger and has a better layout unless you have mobility issues.

For a small town museum, this place offers far more than you'd expect. There are larger towns and…read moreeven small cities that don't have a local history museum of this caliber. I have returned to visit this museum many times. The museum is located in a converted train station, with a few historic buildings relocated next to it (e.g. a one-room schoolhouse). There is also a well-maintained CPR caboose on the property. A few years ago the museum expanded to include an exhibition hall, located immediately behind the station. The collection is excellent and well curated, even before the addition of the exhibition hall. The staff is friendly, welcoming, and helpful. It's worth the visit, especially because the local history is more significant than one might expect.

I went when I was younger but revisited here due to a kdrama being filmed here. We got here 90…read moreminutes before closing which meant the park was empty and all to ourselves. It was so relaxing walking around the different buildings and taking in all the nature. We all enjoyed the train ride and surprisingly, the free amusement rides. We didn't have time for food but it was just so peaceful, we left feeling rejuvenated. Plenty of parking and everyone we crossed paths with was so kind and told us so much about Heritage Park.

I was more than a wee bit skeptical about Heritage Park. I'd been to similar parks, I thought, and…read morethere's a certain sameness about then. But my wife who grew up in Calgary insisted. And it was fun. We rode the train, rode in the wagon pulled by a tractor, went into houses, learned at the print shop and the oil well, and interacted with the actors. And of course we started at Gasoline Alley. Gasoline Alley has plenty of cars, but I was fascinated by the collection of work trucks and gasoline pumps. And there were plenty of volunteers there to explain the exhibited vehicles and ancillary items. We are an excellent lunch in the cafe.