The Fort Heritage Precinct

Experience History at the Fort Heritage Precinct

Explore over 140 years of Fort Saskatchewan History through tours, programming, and research opportunities.

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Take a Tour Through Time

Take a Tour Through Time

Throughout the year, The Fort Heritage Precinct is accessible through guided tours. As you take a tour through the NWMP Fort, you will be whisked back in time to imagine yourself as a constable climbing the bastion to view the surrounding landscape. After exploring the Fort, hop forward in time to the historical village where you can imagine yourself as a student in the 1902 Castle School, visualize life as a settler in the early 20th century, and see how the town doctor lived in the 1920s. You can also explore Fort Saskatchewan’s history of law and order at the 1909 Courthouse and 1937 Warden’s Residence.

Please note that only the exteriors of the buildings in the Fort Heritage Precinct may be viewed without a tour.

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Field Trips to the Fort Heritage Precinct

The Fort Heritage Precinct offers a variety of educational programs designed to support historical thinking, delivery, and synthesis of knowledge as outlined in the Alberta Social Studies Curriculum. Through programs offered by knowledgeable and enthusiastic instructors, we offer students and teachers an interactive opportunity to engage with the rich history of our province and country.

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Upcoming Public Programs

Escape at the Fort

August 13, 2026August 14, 2026August 20, 2026August 21, 2026

Jail break at the fort! Your accomplice in horse thievery has been apprehended by the Northwest Mounted Police and you’re determined to help them escape custody. Thankfully, you’ve found a letter that you believe can lead you to a spare set of keys. Will you be able to follow the clues in time t...

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Summer Specialty Tours

Join us on Saturdays throughout July and August for guided themed tours to learn about the history of Fort Saskatchewan! Check out the line up here for dates, times, and topics! The Modern Flammable Home Specialty Tour July 4 & August 1 at 11:00am and 1:00pm Approx. 90 minute run time Cost $13.0...

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"The leaders of each session were informative and engaged the students. They were well prepared and really made the program interesting!"