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Welcome
to Fort Steele

Fort Steele Heritage Town is a living history attraction near Cranbrook, British Columbia, where visitors can explore a historic 19th-century town, meet heritage interpreters, watch traditional trades in action, take guided tours, experience wagon rides and Clydesdales, and discover the stories of the people who shaped the East Kootenay.

Fort Steele Heritage Town

Fort Steele Heritage Town is now open under the new leadership of the Cranbrook Archives, Museum, and Landmark Society (CAMAL).

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Get Involved

There are many ways you can get involved at Fort Steele Heritage Town.

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Become a Member

Become a member of Cranbrook Archives, Museum, and Landmark Society, and enjoy exclusive benefits at both the Cranbrook History Centre and Fort Steele Heritage Town while directly supporting the preservation of local and national heritage for future generations.

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Volunteer

Passionate about history? We’re looking for volunteers to join us year-round and help bring history to life. Whether you enjoy working with kids, engaging with visitors, or assisting behind the scenes, there’s a volunteer opportunity for you.

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Work for Us

We're looking for passionate, enthusiastic individuals to join our team at Fort Steele Heritage Town! Whether you're seeking a seasonal role or a permanent position, we have opportunities for you.

We respectfully acknowledge that Fort Steele Heritage Town is located on the ancestral, unceded territory of the Ktunaxa, and we also recognize the historic connections that the Secwépemc (Shuswap) people have to the surrounding region. The collections and stories preserved at Fort Steele reflect the deep and enduring connections of both the Ktunaxa and Shuswap peoples to this land. We extend our gratitude for the opportunity to share, learn, and grow in mutual respect and appreciation.

Contact

Address: 9851 BC-95

Fort Steele, BC V0B 1N0​

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Phone: (250) 417-6000​

​General Enquiries:

            info@fortsteele.org

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​Please visit our Admissions and

Plan Your Visit page for more details.

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Summer Operating Hours

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

9 AM - 4 PM

CLOSED

CLOSED

9 AM - 4 PM

9 AM - 4 PM

9 AM - 4 PM

9 AM - 4 PM

Holiday Closures

We will be CLOSED

August 3rd (BC Day)
September 7th (Labour Day)

Dec 25th 

Jan 1st 2027 

Copyright © 2025 Fort Steele Heritage Town - All Rights Reserved.

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