Images of The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland
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The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland and its collection
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Fort Calgary, located at the confluence of the Bow and Elbow rivers in present-day Calgary, Alberta, Canada, was originally an outpost for the North West Mounted Police. Initially named Fort Brisebois after its first commander, the outpost was renamed Fort Calgary in June 1876. This historical site offers a glimpse into the early law enforcement efforts in the region.
Rebirth of Fort Calgary as a Historic Site and Museum
The municipal government of Calgary purchased the site in 1973, and work began on an interpretive centre in 1977. In 1978, the site was reopened as a historic site and museum, offering visitors a chance to explore the rich history of the region.
Exploring Fort Calgary Historic Park
Fort Calgary Historic Park is a 16-hectare (40-acre) historic site located on a grassy flood plain along the south shore of the Bow River, near its junction with the Elbow River. The site features several reconstructions of structures that were originally built within the fort, including the stables, a wagon shed, and barracks modelled after the one built in 1888. These reconstructions offer visitors a tangible connection to the past.