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Explore the history of Indigenous people, the fur trade and missionaries in the Peace Region by touring Historic Dunvegan!  This National Historic Site of Canada is located alongside the Peace River with a breathtaking view of Dunvegan Bridge.  This bridge is Alberta’s longest vehicle suspension bridge. There is a visitors’ centre located near the entrance which offers information as well as guided tours of the historic buildings. Guided tours are available from mid May until Labor Day.  Four original authentically restored and furnished buildings are located in the same places they were over a century ago.   There are wide variety of cultural and nature-based activities available.

Day use camp areas with fire pits and horseshoe pitches are available to visitors.  A playground and extensive hiking/biking trails will entertain visitors of all ages.  Canada Day celebrations are held here annually as well as a fresh air market, children’s programs and amphitheatre presentations. Stroll down to the near by market gardens for ice cream, shopping and mini golf!  Dunvegan Provincial Park is located adjacent to this historic site for visitors wishing to stay overnight or longer.

Historic Dunvegan is open mid May through to the beginning of September, 10am-5pm Wednesday through Sunday. It  is located 26km south of Fairview on highway #2.

For information call – 780-835-7150

Experience skating outdoors on a crisp clear Peace Country winter day. This rink offers the perfect spot for a child’s first experience on skates, a game of shinny or just some relaxed fun. This well-lit rink can be enjoyed well into a long northern evening. Located conveniently beside the Fairplex arena in the heart of Fairview.Located just one block off main street at 10317 109th Street.

The rink is weather dependant. For more information call 780-835.5461.