The Museum of Regiments in Calgary, Alberta Canada provides a unique look at the Canadian military over history. With a focus on the western Canadian military forces, visitors are encouraged to learn and explore all that this museum has been able to save through artifact preservation. The exhibits and the memorabilia are displayed and thoroughly detailed in an effort to help educate everyone, but the focus is on educating youth about military sacrifices and lifestyles of long ago. The museum also works to remember the sacrifices that have been made to honor the freedom that the country has. This educational support facility is open to the public. It is considered a cultural experience and attraction that no one should miss out on.
The Museum provides a range of services to the community. Guests can visit the library within for archived works. Area schools are welcomed to visit as a group in which guided tours are available. Home schooling parents can also enjoy the facility in this manner. The Museum is also available for private events. Booking birthday parties for younger children is common as well as corporate events and other private parties. There is a youth summer camp, too.
Some of the most important exhibits within the Museum include the Alberta Gallery, the Calgary Highlanders, The King's Own, The Lord Strathcona's and the Imperial Oil Gallery, just to name a few. Guests can learn about Princess Patricia as well as explore the tanks within the facility.
The Museum of Regiments offers year round admission but hours of operation change widely.
