Constructed in 1914, the Valemount Museum spans three designed levels: the main floor, an upper level, and a basement. On the primary level, visitors can engage with exhibits highlighting railroad towns, the history of Japanese Internment camps, Valemount pioneers, and revered local War Heroes, among other significant displays. The artwork of Margaret McKirdy and James Vanslyk adds an artistic dimension to our collections.
In the basement, we take pride in our detailed re-creation of an outfitting and trapper’s cabin. Adjacently, the Ishbel Cochrane exhibit stands as a tribute to the memory of Ishbel Cochrane. This particular exhibit delves into the history of the Hargreaves Brothers Outfitting Company and the renowned Mount Robson Ranch, where Ishbel Cochrane spent her formative years.
Ascending to the upper level, one is greeted by an authentic representation of a historical bedroom alongside a schoolhouse display. Additionally, the premises boasts a meticulously restored Standard Cupola CN Caboose and an annex.
This annex is instrumental in showcasing artifacts from local logging and farming operations, offering a window into Valemount’s industrial past
