History
Recent stories about history
A moment in history: June 6, 1902
On this day in 1902, people were learning of the death of a man who had immeasurably changed both Edmonton and Alberta, but who had also been a central architect of the residential school system in Canada.
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Calls for public engagement: Heritage places, open spaces, waste reduction
Here are opportunities to inform government decisions about historic resources, open spaces, and more
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A moment in history: May 30, 1972
On this day in 1972, sports fans were about to learn who would play for the brand-new Edmonton Oilers.
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A moment in history: May 23, 1975
On this day in 1975, Margaret Zeidler made a $100,000 donation towards a new home for the Citadel Theatre.
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Artists explore what isn't in city archives
Three artists are working to animate the City of Edmonton Archives through different art that explores what is — and isn't — in those archives.
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A moment in history: May 9, 1975
On this day in 1975, one of Edmonton's most storied TV stations was off to a rocky start.
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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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