Heritage and Museums

Programs and Services

The Alberta government works to ensure that Alberta's rich heritage is valued and the province's historical resources are preserved to enhance learning, research and tourism.

Royal Alberta Museum

Preserves and tells the story of Alberta - the experience of people and places over time - and inspires Albertans to explore and understand the world around them.

Royal Tyrrell Museum

Journey through time as different life forms emerge, evolve and in some cases face extinction in the heart of the Alberta Badlands.

Provincial Historic Sites and Museums

Explore the full network of provincial heritage facilities that includes major museums, historic sites and interpretive centres.

Emblems of Alberta

The emblems of Alberta reflect the province's history, its natural and diverse landscapes, and its people.

Provincial Archives of Alberta

Preserves and makes available Alberta's unique and irreplaceable historic legacy of over 10 million objects.

Historic Resources Management

Protects designated historic places, archaeological and palaeontological sites, and historic buildings while regulating development to preserve significant historical resources.


Alberta Historical Resources Foundation: provides communities with advice and funding assistance for historical preservation and presentation.

Government House Foundation

Fostered an appreciation of the historical significance of Government House.

News

February 1

Explore Alberta's cultural and natural heritage this Family Day

November 27

Royal Alberta Museum celebrates 40 years
Free screenings, special exhibits and family-friendly events highlight the Royal Alberta Museum’s 40th birthday celebration from December 6-9.

November 22

Royal Tyrrell scientists help discover earliest-known horned dinosaur in Alberta
Scientists at the Royal Tyrrell Museum and the Canadian Museum of Nature recently discovered a new genus of horned dinosaur (ceratopsian) that lived in southern Alberta 68 million years ago.

November 16

Historic Clay District set for $2.3-million dollar upgrade
The Alberta government is contributing $2.3 million for the expansion and renovation of Medicine Hat’s Historic Clay District.

Heritage and Museums News Archive

Spotlight

Royal Alberta Museum celebrates its 40th anniversary Royal Alberta Museum celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2007.  Join in the fun and visit the museum today.

Royal Alberta Museum website