History
Recent stories about history
A moment in history: May 2, 1967
On this day in 1967, Edmonton's oldest high school was showing its age.
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A moment in history: April 25, 1989
On this day in 1989, Edmonton city council denied official recognition of gay and lesbian awareness celebrations.
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A moment in history: April 11, 1957
On this day in 1957, Edmonton city hall was lighting up downtown.
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A moment in history: April 4, 1931
On this day in 1931, R.C. Wallace, the University of Alberta's second president, was meeting with graduating students at the Hotel Macdonald.
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A moment in history: March 21, 1980
On this day in 1980, comics from The Second City were making their Edmonton debut.
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A moment in history: March 14, 1945
On this day in 1945, the town of Beverly was considering whether to join Edmonton.
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A moment in history: March 7, 1957
On this day in 1957, a quarterback — and a future premier — named Don Getty was signing another contract with Edmonton's football team.
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A moment in history: Feb. 28, 1949
On this day in 1949, a new novel by one of Canada's most influential mystery writers was hitting Edmonton bookstores.
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A moment in history: Feb. 21, 2014
On this day in 2014, Edmonton's Neon Sign Museum lit up for the first time.
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