
A mounted albino moose and a 1500 year old arrow head are just a couple of amazing things available to see at the Battle River Pioneer Museum. Visitors can easily imagine the town of Manning many years ago while touring the large main building, a cabin, post office, blacksmith shop and machine shed. An annual Heritage Day weekend antique tractor parade showcases the farm machinery used many years ago! Imagine the early pioneers at work while watching the Heritage Day demonstrations that may include wood working, rope making, and flour milling. The museum’s collection also includes a mounted moose, timber wolf, cougar, grizzly bear, albino porcupine and many other odd and unusual items.This museum located 1 km east of the Town of Manning on Secondary Highway 700 Hwy 691, Manning AB T0H 2M0.
Open May 15 – September 15, 10am to 6pm daily.
Museum – 780-836-2374
Off Season Museum – 780-836-0734
The Mighty Peace Region is located in northwestern Alberta, Canada, bordering northeastern British Columbia and the Northwest Territories. It's a vast, scenic area defined by the Peace River, one of the longest rivers in Canada, and is known for its rolling hills, river valleys, boreal forests, and wide-open skies.
The region includes a collection of rural communities, towns, and Indigenous settlements such as:
The Mighty Peace is known for its rugged natural beauty, rich Indigenous and settler history, agriculture, outdoor adventure, and a strong sense of community. It’s remote, wild, and welcoming—perfect for those looking to explore one of the last frontiers.
Popular activities include: