Edmonton City as Museum Project/Edmonton Heritage Council: ECAMP Curiosity Tour – Working Downtown Edmonton
Thurs, July 10
6:oopm-8:00pm
Sat, July 12
10:00am-12:00pm
Strikes, Struggles and Success Discover the working-class stories of Edmontonians who’ve built our city through this downtown walking tour. You’ll learn about:
- Indigenous labour history and the pemmican industry
- Women workers at the Great Western Garment factory
- Immigrant contributions to city infrastructure
- Key strikes and protests, including the amusing 1947 Chocolate Bar Strike
You’ll also get a taste of modern pemmican, see where Edmontonians have worked throughout the river valley, and get to make your own protest signs!
Details:
Cost: $15 (12 and under free!)
Distance: 2.5-3km
Starts and Ends: Main entrance of the Royal Alberta Museum – 9810 103A Avenue NW
We run tours rain or shine, so dress for the weather and bring water and sunscreen! Events will only be cancelled in case of extreme weather or air quality warnings (in which case we will provide full refunds).
Looking to book a group of six or more?
Contact us at ecamp@edmontonheritage.ca for a $10/person deal!
More info: https://citymuseumedmonton.ca/tours/
Guide Status:
Guided
Tour Type:
Walking
Pre-registration Required:
Yes, 24 hours before Register: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/ecamp-curiosity-walking-tours-strikes-struggles-and-success-tickets-1374936946419?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
