Calgarians Rediscover Fort Calgary

While planning Calgary's 1975 Centennial Celebrations, Alderman John Ayer led a committee of citizens in a successful effort to recover Fort Calgary, the city's birthplace. The city acquired the land, excavated the archaeological remains of Fort Calgary, built the Interpretive Center, and created the 40 acre park surrounding it. At the same time, the city purchased and restored the Deane House. These efforts honored the foundations laid by early pioneers who committed to the community and its future.

Alberta · Canada