Remington Carriage Museum and its collection

Remington Carriage Museum
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The largest museum of its kind in the world, the Remington Carriage Museum tells the story of horse-drawn transportation in North America. The museum features interactive displays, horses, a working restoration shop, carriages, wagons, sleighs, and fun activities for the whole family.

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Remington Carriage Museum
623 Main St, Cardston. AB
Box 1649
AB T0K 0K0 Town of Cardston

Visitor information Remington Carriage Museum

Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
9:00 – 16:00
Wednesday
9:00 – 16:00
Thursday
9:00 – 16:00
Friday
9:00 – 16:00
Saturday
9:00 – 16:00
Sunday
9:00 – 16:00

Closed Monday beginning October 7, 2024.

Exceptions on Monday, October 14, 2024 and Monday, November 11, 2024 the museum will be open for these holidays.

Admission

0 – 6Free
7 – 17CA$9.00
18 – 64CA$15.00
65+CA$11.00
Family (2 Adults and Youths up to a maximum of 8)CA$40.00

Please call to inquire about group discounts.

Facilities

Wheelchair accessible
Museum shop
Parking
Child-friendly

Location & Map

623 Main St, Cardston. AB, Town of Cardston

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Exhibitions

No exhibitions in Remington Carriage Museum have been found.

Remington Carriage Museum Reviews

Remington Carriage Museum has 1 rating.

  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Remington Carriage Museum in Cardston, Canada, offers visitors a comprehensive look at the history of horse-drawn transportation. Housing North America's largest collection of horse-drawn vehicles, the museum impresses with its extensive array of over 270 carriages, wagons, and sleighs. Visitors consistently praise the museum's well-maintained exhibits and the attention to detail in preserving these historical artifacts.

    The museum's interactive displays and knowledgeable staff enhance the educational experience, providing context and stories behind the various vehicles. Many reviewers appreciate the opportunity to see the evolution of transportation and gain insights into 19th-century life. The restoration workshop, where visitors can observe ongoing preservation efforts, is often highlighted as a particularly interesting feature.

    While the museum generally receives positive feedback, some visitors mention that the extensive collection can be overwhelming, and a full appreciation may require several hours. A few reviewers note that younger children might lose interest after a while, though the museum does offer some hands-on activities to engage them.

    The facility itself is described as clean, well-organized, and accessible. The gift shop and on-site café receive mixed reviews, with some finding them satisfactory and others considering them average.

    Overall, the Remington Carriage Museum is widely regarded as a high-quality attraction that offers a thorough and educational experience for those interested in historical transportation and pioneer life in North America.

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