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The Grande Prairie Museum


Grande Prairie MuseumThe Grande Prairie Museum has been situated in Muskoseepi Park since the early 1970s, across Bear Creek from the City's Centennial Park.  Centennial Park was redeveloped as the anchor of Muskoseepi Park, which was officially opened in 1986.

 

The Museum is the heart of the Heritage Resources Department, housing the administration centre for the department. From this location, educational programs are developed, tours are organized and interpretive displays and temporary exhibits are designed and offered to Museum visitors. 


The Museum building features:

  • "Chasing a Dream", a permanent exhibit showcasing artifacts and interpretive displays of the pioneer and early years of our community
  • "Bones & Stones", an exhibit featuring a replica archeological dig site of the Edmontosaurs and aboriginal artifacts
  • Mural based exhibits by Alberta mural artist, Tim Hiemdal
  • Collection Department - 30,000 artifacts
  • Temporary exhibits in Mel Rodacker/Isabell Campbell Gallery
  • South Peace Regional Archives

Museum Services

The Heritage Resources Department also provides visitors with a variety of services designed to enhance their experience discovering the history of our area.  Settler's Sleigh

  • Special events
  • School and group tours
  • Educational programs
  • Community and program room rentals
  • Gift shop

Visit Us

The Grande Prairie Museum access is located at 102 Street and 102 Avenue, the entrance to Muskoseepi Park.  Turn left at the bottom of the hill to proceed to the parking lot closest to the Museum site.  Our hours are:

  • Monday to Friday    8:30 to 4:30
  • Saturday                 10 to 4:30
  • Sunday                    12 noon to 4:30

Admission Fees

  • Adults - $5
  • Seniors - $4
  • Youth - $3
  • Family - $12

 

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