Alberta s museums will be celebrated during Alberta Museums Week, May 14 - 20, 2000. International Museums Day, observed on May 18, also falls during this week that raises awareness of the important role museums play in preserving and teaching us about our heritage and culture. We have world-class museums, historic sites and interpretive centres where families, children and individuals come to learn and have fun. Seasonal cultural facilities and historic sites open this year on May 15.
Many sites have special events and programs planned throughout the summer.
I encourage everyone to visit a museum they have never been to or revisit an old favourite. This guide book contains maps, colour photos and descriptions of more than 500 heritage sites in Alberta and Montana. See the attached backgrounder for a list of Alberta s provincial museums, historic sites and interpretive centres.