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Canmore Museum & Geoscience Centre

902B-7th Avenue, Canmore, Alberta TIW 3K1, Canada
(403)678-2462
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Ranked #15 of 19 attractions in Canmore
Type: History Museums, Science Museums
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canada
Top Contributor
75 reviews 75 reviews
27 attraction reviews
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43 helpful votes 43 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2013

This is a wonderful place to visit, especially with children and even grandparents, educational and just a great experience

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Toronto, Canada
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30 reviews 30 reviews
15 attraction reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 October 2012

Well worth a visit. Interesting exhibits and information about early settlement of Canmore and area.

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Winnipeg, Canada
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30 attraction reviews
Reviews in 38 cities Reviews in 38 cities
89 helpful votes 89 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 October 2012

Small little museum. But if you've got time, there is some decent reading. Especially liked the history of the local newpapers. The signs out front pointing to each mountain were cool too. Outside the museum in the hallway, they have a wall recognizing local volunteers.

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valleyview, alberta
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3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 August 2012

We had a rainy day on our holiday and this was an answer to my prayers. My kids ages 7 & 4 were interested in the Museum and loved the interactive features. We found out that there was a day camp offered and my oldest stayed for it. He had a great time at the camp and we were able... More

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Spruce Grove, Canada
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 August 2012

We enjoyed viewing all antique mining tools and pictures. They also have some cool rocks and gems on display. My kids like the gift shop.

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Calgary
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23 reviews 23 reviews
9 attraction reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 August 2012

Excellent for all ages and visitors! Very educational and informative. Good gift store. Conveniently located in the centre of town.

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Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
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10 reviews 10 reviews
7 attraction reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 June 2012

i thought it was small, had an area for kids to play but i really thought there wasn't much there. thanks

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Canmore
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33 reviews 33 reviews
8 attraction reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012

A small museum filled with interesting historical facts and displays about Canmore - particularly the miners and early mountaineers

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See 14 more reviews by OneOfTheSisters for Canmore
Châteauguay, Quebec, Canada
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2012

too small. Not a lot of things to see but a lot of things to read

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Canmore, Canada
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16 attraction reviews
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32 helpful votes 32 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012

small but gives you an idea of the local history,also has public washrooms on the side

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